Your Safety is Our Mission at Pasema Adventures
At Pasema Adventures, we believe that climbing Mount Kilimanjaro should be a safe, enriching, and unforgettable experience. That’s why we go beyond standard tour operations by placing your health and well-being at the heart of everything we do.
One of the unique features of climbing with Pasema Adventures is the opportunity to climb Kilimanjaro with a professional mountain doctor. You can choose to have a licensed doctor accompany you on any Kilimanjaro route, providing expert medical care throughout your journey. This added level of support is ideal for climbers seeking additional reassurance at high altitudes whether it’s your first trek or you’re an experienced adventurer.
Why Climb with a Mountain Doctor?
Climbing Mount Kilimanjaro is a life-changing adventure — but it’s also a serious physical challenge, especially at high altitude. Once climbers reach elevations above 2,500 meters (8,200 feet), the risk of developing altitude-related illnesses significantly increases. These may include:
Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS)
High Altitude Pulmonary Edema (HAPE)
High Altitude Cerebral Edema (HACE)
Snow blindness
Retinal hemorrhage
At Pasema Adventures, your safety is our top priority. That’s why we offer the option to climb with a professional mountain doctor on any Kilimanjaro route. This added support ensures a higher level of care and peace of mind during your expedition.
The Role of a Mountain Doctor on Your Climb
Our mountain doctors are specially trained in high-altitude and emergency medicine, and they play an essential role throughout the trek:
Daily Health Checks
Doctors perform thorough health assessments every morning and evening, checking your oxygen levels, heart rate, hydration, and overall physical condition.Immediate Response to Symptoms
If you show any signs of altitude sickness or unusual symptoms during the climb, the doctor will immediately step in to assess and treat the condition — preventing it from becoming serious.Emergency Evacuation Coordination
In the rare case of a severe medical emergency, our doctor will quickly:Provide initial treatment on-site
Communicate directly with your travel insurance
Arrange for helicopter evacuation without delay
Fully Equipped for Emergencies
Each doctor carries comprehensive medical kits, including:Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) equipment
Trauma care supplies
Medications to treat common and serious altitude-related issues
Why It Matters
Whether it’s treating a mild headache or managing a serious altitude-related emergency, having a mountain doctor on your team allows you to climb with greater confidence and safety. Their presence helps prevent complications, ensures fast response in emergencies, and provides reassurance for climbers of all experience levels.
Guides Who Care, Every Step of the Way
In addition to our medical support, you’ll be led by certified and highly experienced mountain guides who know Kilimanjaro inside and out — from its unique terrain and weather patterns to its rich cultural and natural history.
Our guides are more than just professionals; they are:
Skilled leaders
Motivational companions
Committed to helping you succeed safely and confidently
Climb Any Route, with Full Medical Support
With Pasema Adventures, you can add a mountain doctor to any route you choose, including:
Lemosho Route
Machame Route
Marangu Route
Rongai Route
Northern Circuit
We believe every climber deserves the highest standard of care — no matter which path they take to the summit.
Reach the Roof of Africa Safely, Confidently, and Inspired
When you climb with Pasema Adventures, you’re not just joining a trek — you’re joining a team dedicated to your success. With expert guides, professional mountain doctors, and a strong safety infrastructure, we give you the best possible chance to reach Uhuru Peak safely and make memories that last a lifetime.
Let us guide you to the top of Africa — the right way.