About Mount Kilimanjaro

Mount Kilimanjaro was an active volcano in its younger days and is the world’s largest freestanding mountain. This means it is not part of a mountain range, but seems to ‘grow’ from the surrounding plains into a snow-capped peak.

Where is it?

Mount Kilimanjaro is almost on the equator in the northeast of Tanzania in East Africa. It lies just south of the Kenyan border in the Kilimanjaro National Park – the park starts at the 2700m contour. The nearest town is Moshi. The mountain is about 130km from Arusha and just one hour from the Kilimanjaro International Airport.

What to expect

Kilimanjaro is the highest freestanding mountain in the world, but a large part of its appeal lies in its accessibility. You don’t need to be a seasoned pro or at peak fitness to summit, though you will need plenty of willpower. We give you a detailed rundown of what to expect along the way, from your accommodation before you begin, right through every aspect of your experience on the mountain. See what to expect for an initial overview.

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