Prehistoric Senecio Trees, Plants, Flowers & Grass There are various distinctive flowers, trees, grass and moss that grow throughout Mount Kilimanjaro, which can be attributed to the mountain’s 5 ecological zones. These 5 ecosystems are due to the mountain’s height and proximity to the equator and the Indian Ocean. This is why the variations in...Read More

Unique African Wildlife On Kilimanjaro, Tanzania The teeming wildlife within Kilimanjaro National Park covers an impressive variety of species, such as mammal recordings of 154 species, with seven primate species and hundreds of bird species. While large mammals like elephants, giraffes, and cape buffalo have been spotted, they typically maintain their distance from humans and...Read More

Depending on your whereabouts, you can get to Mount Kilimanjaro by either plane, train, bus, or car. The most common and convenient way to get to Kilimanjaro is by flying into Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), especially if you’re coming from overseas. (1) The airport is located approximately 51km away from the mountain and is easily...Read More

Kilimanjaro National Park is home to the tallest mountain in Africa and the highest free standing mountain in the world. Named after its region, Mount Kilimanjaro stands at a height of 5,895m (19,341ft) and sits in splendid isolation above the surrounding plains as its snowy peak looms over the savannah. (1) The mountain is considered...Read More

Climbing Mount Kilimanjaro for charity can be a free endeavor however, you should expect the total trip expenses to cost a little more than $5,000. That’ll cover travel, hiking equipment, visas, your hiking program and other miscellaneous expenses. A growing number of hikers nowadays are taking the opportunity of climbing Kilimanjaro in order to raise...Read More