Alice’s journey up Mt. Kilimanjaro took place in the beginning of March 2018. She joined a group of other women to reach the summit on International Women’s Day. Led by local tour company Eco-Africa climbing they traveled up the Machame route on a 7 day journey to the roof of Africa. For a detailed account of her climb you can read the blog- Journey to the Roof of Africa.
Question about gear – if hiking Kilimanjaro in September, do you suggest hiking boots with 200 gram insulation or are non- insulated boots sufficient at the summit?
I would double check with your guide service for the expected snowfall at the summit. I had a lot of snowpack on my climb but have talked to many people who have had none. I really appreciated my insulated boots. But I also tend to have cold feet.