Barranco Glacier, Mountain glacier on Mount Kilimanjaro, Tanzania
The Barranco Glacier forms two disconnected ice bodies on the southwest slope of Mount Kilimanjaro between 4,800 and 5,200 meters elevation.
The glacier experienced substantial changes since its first documentation in the late 19th century, when it extended across a larger area of Mount Kilimanjaro.
Local guides and researchers monitor the glacier regularly to document changes in its size and structure for scientific studies on climate patterns.
Climbers ascending Mount Kilimanjaro can observe the Barranco Glacier during their trek through the mountain's southwestern route near the Barranco Camp.
This equatorial glacier maintains frozen water masses despite its location near the equator due to the high altitude and specific weather conditions.
GPS coordinates: -3.07389,37.34083
Latest update: March 6, 2025 18:04
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