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Climbing Mount Kilimanjaro
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Climbing Mount Kilimanjaro
Mount Kilimanjaro is a dormant volcano found in Northern Tanzania roughly 325km (201 miles) south of the equator within the Kilimanjaro National Park. It is the highest mountain in Africa rising to 5895m above sea level.
Mount Kilimanjaro, Tanzania - the world's highest free standing mountain
The natural slopes and fertile soil of Mount Kilimanjaro creates perfect conditions for the growth of a natural green forest, which attracted the Chagga people who grow coffee and bananas in the area.
Some points of interest at Kili are the:-
- The ever present snow cap of it highest peak, Kibo.
- Steam and sulphur at the Kibo Crater. Small quantities of steam and sulphur are still emitted at the crater.
- On the southern trail slopes of Kilimanjaro like Machame, Umbwe and Marangu, there are natural waterfalls.
- Kilimanjaro was selected as one of 14 finalists for the 7 new natural wonders of the world.
- Shira and Lemosho trails are rich in big game wild animals as well as forest animals. Wildlife viewing tours are conducted on the lower slopes of Kilimanjaro on the western side of the mountain.
- The mountain has an variety of terrain including rain forest, moorland, alpine desert, snow fields and glaciers.
Above: Moorland and volcanic rock on the slopes of Kilimanjaro
Pausing for a rest and photo opportunity!
The hiking trails/routes
The trails on Mt Kilimanjaro are nationally recognized and assessed for safety. They differ in difficulty levels and a climber’s should be measured against his level of fitness and interest. The routes include Marangu, Rongai, Machame, Lemosho, Shira and Umbwe.
The Machame route offers 2 options to the summit, the easier Barafu way and the more difficult climbing trail of arrow glacier.
Above: glaciers and snow near the Summit of Kilimanjaro
Mount Kilimanjaro, Tanzania - at the summit!
For more information
Full details of each route and daily schedules are found on our website:
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Kilimanjaro Tanzanite Safaris Ltd (KTS) is a licensed Tour Operator in the safari town of Arusha, Northern Tanzania.
More content provided by Kilimanjaro Tanzanite Safaris includes:
Cultural Heritage Touring | Northern Circuit 12-day Tour |
Ruaha National Park
Read more about Tanzania:
Tanzania Travel Guide | Mount Kilimanjaro
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If you rent a car for a self-drive wildlife safari, we also rent camping equipment.
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