Mount Kilimanjaro Height Located in Tanzania (East Africa), Mount Kilimanjaro is the African continent’s tallest / highest mountain and dormant volcano with a height of 5895m or 19,341ft above mean sea level (AMSL) considered the ‘rooftop of Africa’. Considered as the ‘rooftop of Africa’ and the world’s largest free standing mountain Kilimanjaro is extremely achievable
Tips for a Kilimanjaro climb during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic! Look for flexibility when booking and planning your tour and ask for more flexibility if needed (most companies will be happy to help). Not much has changed overall with the mountain itself but the way you book and plan for your tour will probably have
Here’s a glimpse of what to expect from your Kilimanjaro trek and how your ‘life on the mountain’ will be. We have operated treks on Kilimanjaro since 1984 and are the best!
Planning to climb Kilimanjaro? It doesn’t need to be difficult. There are so many options to choose from and everyone is unique in their requirements. We have gathered some useful information to help you plan and prepare for your high altitude trek.
KILIMANJARO PORTERS ASSISTANCE PROJECT The exploitation and mistreatment of porters can be a troubling challenge in the climbing industry. By climbing with us – a qualified KPAP Partner company – you can be assured that your porters are well taken care of. All Kilimanjaro companies are invited to participate with the Partner for Responsible Travel
A journey to Mount Kilimanjaro is an exploration, not merely a climb. For some the appeal is simple: it is the highest mountain on earth whose summit is accessible to any committed walker without advanced skills, technical experience or special equipment. A well-prepared city-dweller may be able to reach 'the roof of Africa'. This is the allure of the highest free-standing mountain in the world and what is said to be the easiest of the ‘7 summits’; the highest mountains on each of the seven continents.
With some of the worlds’ most famous and iconic safari parks, Tanzania is usually rated the best safari destination in the world. A first time safari can take you into famous 'Discovery channel' destinations such as the Serengeti, Ngorongoro crater, Manyara and Tarangire parks in the Northern circuit where the experience and accommodation are well established suiting any traveller from budget to luxury and highly customisable to suit your travel plan. Return visits are common and there are so many different experiences on and off the beaten track.
Tanzania’s eastern coast lies on the Indian Ocean with many islets offering a rich Swahili history, beautiful beach holidays, exotic spice islands with white sands, blue waters for snorkelling or diving and water safari experiences. Plenty of beach resorts are dotted along the islands of Zanzibar and the mainland suitable for any budget as well as solo, group, family and honeymooners.
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