Why you should visit Mount Kilimanjaro National Park? : Mount Kilimanjaro is Africa’s highest mountain at 5896 metres, is home to the three main volcanic peaks of Kibo, Mawenzi, and Shira. It is one of the most breathtaking sights one can admire on Tanzania safari on the continent. There is mystery about the name “Kilimanjaro” itself. The meaning could be Caravans’ Mountain, Greatness’ Mountain, or Light’s Mountain. Rises Mt. Kilimanjaro, a snow-capped mountain with slopes and glaciers that sparkle above the rising clouds, over the softly rolling hills and plateaux of northern Tanzania. A protected area that is strictly managed so that climbers can enjoy themselves without leaving any evidence of their visit, Kilimanjaro is situated close to the town of Moshi. The mountain’s ecosystems are as rich and varied as they are breathtakingly gorgeous.
Most of the mountain’s lowland slopes are used for farming, with products such maize, coffee, bananas, and cassava being farmed for both personal consumption and commercial sale. Today most of the land outside the national park has been divided into tiny parcels, but there are still a few major coffee farms on the lower slopes. When you enter the park, the lower elevations are covered in dense lowland woodland, which transitions into alpine meadows as the air gets thinner. Above an amazing view of Africa, the terrain at the summit is arid and unforgiving, dominated by rocks and ice. The highlight of most travellers’ trips to Tanzania is usually scaling Mount Kilimanjaro. Kilimanjaro has vistas of the Rift Valley, the Masaai Steppe, and Kenya’s Amboseli National Park that are unmatched in majesty by few other summits.
Hiking on the “rooftop of Africa,” which is the highest point on the continent at 5896 metres, is an incredible experience. This is because, with the right speed, anyone can climb the snowy mountain, regardless of experience level. The word “The Kilimanjaro” refer to the Mountain of Caravans, the Mountain of Greatness, or the Mountain of Light. It might not, though. The Wachagga people who live there don’t even have a name for the entire massif; Kipoo, which is now called Kibo, is the name given to the well-known snow-capped peak that dominates the continent and serves as Africa’s summit.
Mount Kilimanjaro is one of the highest peaks in the world that is easiest to reach and because of that it attracts tourists from all over the globe. The majority of climbers bring only a walking stick, appropriate clothing, and perseverance to the crater rim. And those who make it to Gillman’s Point, which is located on the crater rim, or Uhuru Point, the real summit, will have earned their climbing certifications as well as their memories. However, Kili is much more than just her peak. Climbing the slopes offers a virtual global climate journey, spanning from the tropics to the Arctic.
The cultivated foot slopes give way to rich montane forest even before you enter the national park boundary (at the 2,700m contour). Here, you can find the endangered Abbot’s duiker, buffalo, leopards, elephants, and various small antelope and primates.
In the higher regions of the moorland zone is dotted with strange big lobelias which is among a canopy of enormous heather. A bizarre alpine desert with only a few resilient mosses and lichens above 4,000 metres and is home to little life. At the top winter wonderland of ice and snow replaces the remaining remnants of vegetation, revealing the breathtaking grandeur of the continent’s roof.
Birdwatching in Mount Kilimanjaro National Park
Be prepared for the sounds of various woodland birds that can be heard throughout the park as you make your strenuous plans to ascend the tallest mountain in Africa. It is one of the best birding safari in Tanzania destinations with over 750 bird species which have been recorded on Mount Kilimanjaro, birders should make it a one-stop shop. As they kill two birds with one stone, the great birders benefit from trekking Mount Kilimanjaro. They hike Mount Kilimanjaro and enjoy birding together. Mount Kilimanjaro has seen a significant increase in tourism due in large part to the popularity of birding.
There are endemic bird species in Kilimanjaro National Park that are unique to the world. Whenever you visit mount Kilimanjaro National park, you are greeted by ethereal bird sounds that drift across the tropical forest’s tree canopy. It is at this altitude that the weather is starting to settle in and become more comfortable, the guests on Tanzania safari begin to enjoy birdwatching and bird observation. The majority of birds sing and play near hotels, and there’s a good chance you’ll spot some of Africa’s most exquisite tropical bird species there. Many African bird species can be found living in the park, which is surrounded by rainforest on the mountain.
The most frequently seen birds are turacos, which come in a variety of species, including Schalow’s, Hartlaub’s, Violent Crested, Rose, and many more. There are many varieties of Cuckoos which include Narina Trogon, Silvery-Cheeked Hornbill, Trumpeter Hornbill, and over thirty other species, including the Emerald, Klaas, Lark-Heeled, and White-Brown Cuckoos. To name a few, kingfishers such as African pygmy kingfisher, Malachite Kingfisher, and others, bee-eaters, and African Pitta. In order to enjoy more birding while travelling, the birders choose more picturesque and forested routes, which require longer days to reach the summit. They also bird around the camping area whenever they take a break.
Game viewing
More than thirty Tanzania wildlife safari animal species can be found in the Mt. Kilimanjaro National Park, distributed across various residents and plant zones. Seeing animals is one of the most popular things to do on Mount Kilimanjaro. There are variety of wildlife including Hyenas, Dik-dik, Duiker, Bushbucks, Forest Elephants, and Bush babies, can be found in the park. Most visitors to the park who are unsure of their level of fitness come primarily to see the animals; they are led by park rangers while they search the park for these creatures. On a fortunate day, it is easy to glimpse the park’s rare leopards in addition to baboons, baboons, baboons, hyenas, and mongooses.
Hiking Mount Kilimanjaro
There are several route which the guests can select from six different trekking routes while climbing Mount Kilimanjaro, based on their level of fitness. There are several trekking routes, including the Machame, Rongai, Shira, Lemosho, Marangu, and Umbwe routes. Depending on the guest’s fitness level and preferred route, hiking to the summit of the mountain can take anywhere from six to eight days. We provide rules to our guests, which they have followed flawlessly in all of our hiking excursions atop Mount Kilimanjaro. We ensure that every visitor reaches the summit and returns safely with the assistance of our knowledgeable guides and potters.
Tour lake Chala Crater Lake
One of Kilimanjaro’s largest lakes is the Chala Crater Lake, which is located inside the high crater rim at the mountain’s edge. Tanzania safari tour visitors enjoy the breathtaking vista of the crater lake. This is a 1.6 square mile Crater Lake which is a popular safari tourist destination because of its great waters. There are several campsites near the lake where guests can explore the wetlands and enjoy lake views from the comfort of their own tents.
