- Mount Kilimanjaro is the highest peak in Africa, reaching a height of 19,341 feet (5,895 meters).
- Kilimanjaro is a dormant volcanic mountain, and its three volcanic cones, Kibo, Mawenzi, and Shira, are visible from different angles of the climb.
- Kilimanjaro is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and attracts thousands of visitors every year.
- Kilimanjaro is one of the Seven Summits, a group of the highest mountains on each of the seven continents.
- The mountain is located in Tanzania, near the border with Kenya.
- Climbing Kilimanjaro does not require technical climbing skills, but it is a physically demanding high-altitude hike.
- The best time to climb Kilimanjaro is during the dry seasons of January to March and June to October.
- The climb to the summit of Kilimanjaro typically takes 5-9 days, depending on the route chosen.
- There are several different routes to the summit of Kilimanjaro, each with their own unique scenic views and challenges.
- The name “Kilimanjaro” is thought to be derived from the Swahili word “Kilima,” meaning “mountain,” and “Njaro,” meaning “shining.”
Tanzania Safari Tours with Wild Pride Safaris
June 11, 2023
