Kilimanjaro Guide

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Mount Kilimanjaro national park is a tour destination typically known for the highest mountain in Africa, natural or cultural value, historical significance, natural or built beauty, offering leisure, adventure and amusement. Kilimanjaro National Park is a Tanzanian national park, located 300 kilometres (190 mi) south of the equator and in Kilimanjaro Region, Tanzania. The park is located near the city of Moshi. The park includes the whole of Mount Kilimanjaro above the tree line and the surrounding montane forest belt above 1,820 metres (5,970 ft). It covers an area of 1,688 square kilometres (652 sq mi), 2°50'–3°10'S latitude, 37°10'–37°40'E longitude. Attractions: Kilimanjaro National Park These are places of interest where tourists can visit while at Kilimanjaro National Park, typically for its inherent or exhibited natural or cultural value, historical significance, natural or built beauty, offering leisure, adventure and amusement. Mount Kilimanjaro: Kibo Peak: Kibo, the highest peak (5,895m), is covered by snow throughout the year despite being close to the equator. Conquering this peak is an adventure of a lifetime. Mawenzi Peak: Mawenzi, the rugged peak (5,149m), can only be attempted by technical climb. Only people with specialized knowledge, skills and equipment are allowed. Shira Peak: Shira with the height of 3962m, is the oldest peak that collapsed some 750 years ago while before collapsing was the highest of the thre Cathedral Point - ShiraPeak: Cathedral is the point found on Shira Peak and can be climbed easily during day hike or summit. Kifinika Cultural Site This is a site along Marangu route that is sacred by the local Chagga people. Historically, the site was used for cultural rituals. Several sites in the Western part of the mountain were also used by the Maasai tribe for ritual purposes. Wildlife:Mount Kilimanjaro National Park A variety of animals can be found in the park. Above the timberline, the Kilimanjaro tree hyrax, the grey duiker, and rodents are frequently encountered. The bushbuck and red duiker appear above the timberline in places. Cape buffaloes are found in the montane forest and occasionally in the moorland and grassland. Elephants can be found between the Namwai and Tarakia rivers and sometimes occur at higher elevations.[3] In the montane forests, blue monkeys, western black and white colobuses, bushbabies, and leopards can be found. We love to share our passion and knowledge with our clients and to guide them through the process of creating the perfect itinerary for them. Our website is full of information on areas, properties and example itineraries but all of our trips are completely tailored to you so simply get in touch and talk to us about safaris! Book your Tanzania safari with confidence To plan a VIP itinerary of 1-2 people, or to plan a private group adventure as Friends/Family or Sports Club, Corporate and Charity organisations, we carefully listen to your full set of requirements and take time to discuss ideas and options. Book a tour For many travelers, safari tours in Tanzania become one of the most exciting adventures. Almost a third of the entire territory of the country is a protected area, which includes 15 national parks (total area over 42,000 km²), marine parks, 13 wildlife reserves and other nature conservation facilities.