Mount Kilimanjaro - Wikipedia
WEBKilimanjaro is a snow-covered mountain 19,710 feet high, and is said to be the highest mountain in Africa. Its western summit is called the Masai 'Ngaje Ngai', the House of God. Close to the western summit there is a dried and frozen carcas of a leopard.
Kilimanjaro | Height, Map, Country, & Facts | Britannica
WEBSep 11, 2024 · Kilimanjaro, volcanic massif in northeastern Tanzania, near the Kenya border. Its central cone, Kibo, rises to 19,340 feet (5,895 metres) and is the highest point in Africa. Kilimanjaro lies about 100 miles (160 km) east of the East African Rift System and about 140 miles (225 km) south of Nairobi, Kenya.
Everything to know about climbing Mount Kilimanjaro - National …
WEBJun 13, 2024 · Soaring upwards from the Tanzania-Kenya border, Kilimanjaro is Africa’s highest mountain at 19,340ft, one of the Seven Summits and the world’s highest standalone mountain.
Kilimanjaro - National Geographic Society
WEBJul 10, 2024 · Located in Tanzania, Mount Kilimanjaro is Africa’s tallest mountain at about 5,895 meters (19,340 feet). It is the largest free-standing mountain rise in the world, meaning it is not part of a mountain range.
12 Interesting Facts About Mount Kilimanjaro
WEBMount Kilimanjaro is the tallest mountain in Africa. But did you know it is also the highest freestanding mountain in the world?
Mount Kilimanjaro - WorldAtlas
WEBJul 6, 2021 · The majestic Mount Kilimanjaro is an inactive snow-capped stratovolcano that extends for about 80km from east-west and is made up of three principal volcanic cones namely Mawenzi, Kibo, and Shira. Kibo forms the central cone and is the highest followed by Mawenzi at 5,149m and Shira at 4,005m.
Climbing Kilimanjaro: What's it Like? | Ultimate Kilimanjaro
WEBMount Kilimanjaro is the tallest free standing mountain in the world and the highest peak in Africa. Celebrated for its picturesque beauty, climbing Kilimanjaro offers spectacular vistas across five climate zones. Because it is a non-technical peak, it is an excellent trip for beginners and experienced hikers.
Climbing Mount Kilimanjaro: Everything You Need to Know
WEBJun 7, 2024 · Our complete beginner’s guide to climbing Mount Kilimanjaro includes everything you need to know for a fun, safe, and well-prepared adventure on Africa’s tallest peak. Climbing Mount Kilimanjaro can be a truly life-changing experience.
Kilimanjaro National Park (Official GANP Park Page)
WEBKilimanjaro National Park protects the tallest mountain in Africa and the tallest free-standing mountain in the world. It is one of the Seven Natural Wonders of Africa and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Kilimanjaro: Facts about Africa's Highest Peak | Live Science
WEBSep 24, 2012 · Kilimanjaro is the highest mountain in Africa at 19,341 feet (5,895 meters), but it isn't a mountain in a traditional sense. It is a giant stratovolcano that began forming about a million...