Going to Mt. Kilimanjaro next yr, need some advice

Hey all,

I’m going to Tanzania in June '25 to climb Kilimanjaro via the Lemosho Route. Super excited!

Would love to hear any personal experiences with pacing and acclimatization!

Also wondering, do we have to tip our guides and porters, or is it covered by the company? The reason I ask is that where I’m from, there’s no tipping culture, so any advice is helpful.

After the climb, I’m planning to do a 3-4 day safari. Any recommendations on the best parks nearby? I’m torn between Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater. Which would you say offers a better post-hike experience?

Thanks so much :)