Size of MT. KILIMANJARO: 755 sq km (292 sq miles).
WHERE:
Northern Tanzania, near the town of Moshi.
WHY:
Six usual trekking routes to the summit and other more-demanding mountaineering routes.
Climb slowly to increase your acclimatisation time and maximise your chances of reaching the summit.
To avoid altitude sickness, allow a minimum of five nights, preferably even more for the climb.
Take your time and enjoy the beauty of the mountain.
Day or overnight hikes on the Shira plateau. Nature trails on the lower reaches.
Trout fishing.
Visit the beautiful Chala crater lake on the mountain's southeastern slopes.
WHEN:
Clearest and warmest conditions from December to February, but also dry (and colder) from July-September.
ACCOMMODATION:
Huts and campsites on the mountain.
Several hotels and campsites outside the park in the village of Marangu and town of Moshi.
Visit also
Arusha - Kilimanjaro - Manyara - Ngorongoro - Serengeti - Tarangire