Mount Kilimanjaro National Park
Explore the Beauty of Mount Kilimanjaro National Park
The northern part of Tanzania houses Kilimanjaro National Park which, just a distance away from the district of Moshi, is home to the tallest mountain in Africa, Mount Kilimanjaro. Kilimanjaro rises to 5895 meters (19341 feet) and draws climbers and adventurers to its various routes leading to the summit from all parts of the world. Its ecosystems include those tropical features found at the base and those high alpine desert conditions found closer to the summit where you'll find some of the most breathtaking ice fields for hiking and mountaineering. The beautiful landscapes and the challenge of climbing it into the top makes Kilimanjaro one of the prime targets for adventurers in search of the experience of a lifetime.
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A Climbers Paradise
Kilimanjaro can be touted as a climber's pilgrimage, with various routes designed for seasoned mountaineers and novice trekkers. From the lush, wild rainforests that cloak the mountain's base to the stark, otherworldly alpine desert at its summits, the journey is worthy between itself and destinations. Reaching Uhuru Peak, the highest point on the mountain, is just not an achievement but will also turn into a life-transforming engagement and offer stunning views of glaciers, valleys, and endless plains strewn over the horizon.
Stunning Landscapes
Beautiful landscapes of Mount Kilimanjaro provide great moments in photography and reflection. The typical African image, a snow-laiden peak above the surrounding savannah, is matched by the equally captivating view of the picture-postcard mountain foothills, with beautiful waterfalls and wildflowers over rolling hills. From the mountain, its sunsets are famousall with brilliant colors lighting the sky as day gives way to night.
Diverse Ecosystems
The park is incredibly diverse, and this makes it an ideal heaven for adventurists and naturalists alike. Dense tropical forests then unfold at lower elevations, which abound with wildlife such as colobus monkeys and a variety of bird species. At higher altitudes along the trekking path, the landscape changes through heath and moorland zones with some unique flora such as giant lobelias and groundsels. On summiting, the alpine desert gives way to icy glaciers, making for a surreal and unforgettable environment that may be unique in all of Africa.
