Kilimanjaro
Mount Kilimanjaro rises 5,895m above the plains of northern Tanzania, near the town of Moshi — Africa’s highest peak and the world’s tallest free-standing mountain. It’s a dormant volcano with three cones and one of the most accessible of the world’s “Seven Summits,” reachable on foot without ropes or technical gear.
Region
Kilimanjaro Region, near Moshi & Arusha, northern Tanzania
Height
5,895m / 19,341ft — Africa's highest peak
Hub Airport
Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO)
Best Time to Visit
Mid-January to mid-March and June to October offer the clearest skies and best summit odds. Avoid the long rains from April to mid-May.
Popular Attractions
Uhuru Peak (summit), Machame Route, Marangu Route, Kilimanjaro National Park rainforest zone, Shira Plateau