KILIMANJARO NATIONAL PARK

Kilimanjaro consists of three summits: to the west, the Shira plateau, to the east Mawenzi peak and between the two the snow capped summit of Kibo which reaches 5895 metres. It's the roof of Africa. There are several ways to reach the top: marangu route ( to the west) is the most popular, Machame ( to the west), Umbwe and Mweka ( to the south) are more demanding. You will be trekking and not mountain climbing.

Best time: Whole year but avoid the rainy seasons of April, May and November.

How to get there: From Arusha, a 2 hour drive, from Moshi a 40 minute drive.



To do: On the way up, an extra day between 4000 and 5000 metres will help you avoid altitude sickness before the final ascent. On the Marangu route, from Horombo, a day trip to Zebra Rock.

Do not miss: your " climbing certificate".