Mount Kilimanjaro, Dormant volcano in Kilimanjaro Region, Tanzania.
The highest mountain in Africa rises 5,895 meters above sea level, featuring three volcanic cones named Kibo, Mawenzi, and Shira.
German explorers Hans Meyer and Ludwig Purtscheller completed the first recorded climb to the summit on October 6, 1889.
The mountain holds deep spiritual value for the Chagga people, who have inhabited its fertile slopes and developed agricultural traditions over generations.
Climbers require permits, certified guides, proper equipment, and 5 to 9 days to complete the trek through multiple climate zones.
The summit contains diminishing ice fields and glaciers that have decreased by 80 percent since 1912 due to environmental changes.
Location: Kilimanjaro Region
Elevation above the sea: 5,895 m
Made from material: rhyolite
Part of: Great Rift Valley, Seven Summits, Volcanic Seven Summits, Highest mountain peaks of Africa, ultra-prominent peak, Seven Third Summits
GPS coordinates: -3.07641,37.35400
Latest update: May 27, 2025 19:45
From mountain peaks to coastal cliffs, this selection presents geographically significant observation points. The locations offer views of mountain ranges, waterfalls, deserts, oceans, and architectural structures.
These volcanoes document Earth's geological forces. From Ecuador to Japan, they display various forms of volcanic activity. The selection includes Cotopaxi in Ecuador, Mount St. Helens in the USA, and Mount Fuji in Japan. Each volcano features distinct geological characteristics and historical eruptions
Tanzania offers diverse photography sites from the Serengeti plains to Zanzibar's beaches. The country features Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa's highest peak, ancient Stone Town architecture, and the Ngorongoro crater. Wildlife photography opportunities include elephants in Tarangire, lions in Lake Manyara, and chimpanzees in Mahale Mountains. The coastline presents marine life, coral reefs, and traditional dhow boats.
Mount Meru
68.2 km
Mount Kibo
1.4 km
Amboseli National Park
48.9 km
Kilimanjaro National Park
1.8 km
Arusha National Park
61 km
Tsavo West National Park
90.7 km
Furtwängler Glacier
661 m
Rebmann Glacier
1.1 km
Kikuletwa Hot Springs
44.7 km
Uhuru Peak
64 m
Mawenzi
11.5 km
Arusha Declaration Monument
80.9 km
Northern Ice Field
2.1 km
Arrow Glacier
1.5 km
Materuni Waterfalls
20 km
Nyumba ya Mungu Reservoir
72.8 km
Sheikh Amri Abeid Memorial Stadium
81.1 km
Ngurdoto Crater
53.1 km
Uhuru Peak
1.1 km
Ol Doinyo Orok
93.3 km
Balletto Glacier
1.1 km
Barranco Glacier
1.5 km
Drygalski Glacier
2.4 km
Credner Glacier
2.6 km
Great Penck Glacier
2.7 km
Little Penck Glacier
2.6 km
Barafu-Lager
3.8 km
New Safari Hotel
80.3 kmReviews
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