When you are in an east African country like Tanzania, you will have ample chance to enjoy and receive adventure at its national parks and game reserves. There are many national parks located here which have become very popular among tourists. But there is another side of Tanzania that tourists also like to explore and it’s Mt Kilimanjaro. It’s the highest peak mountain in Africa and that’s the reason why called The Roof of Africa. This mountain has some interesting facts and before you climb and reach its summit you must know them.
· One cone is still dormant
This is actually a volcano and it has three different cones named Mawenzi, Shira as well as Kibo. The first two cones are already extinct but the Kibo is still dormant and geologists suggest it can erupt again. There are seven summits in this world and Mt Kilimanjaro is one of them. A person can climb this mountain without getting or using the climbing gear. If you want to climb this mountain when you are in Tanzania then go for the Kilimanjaro climb and safari packages.
· Choose the right route to climb
Even Mt Kilimanjaro can be seen from Kenya's side. Due to this reason, it is considered a very majestic mountain in Africa. There are near about six routes to climb Mt Kilimanjaro and these are Umbwe, Rongai, Shira, Lemosho, Machame, and Marangu. Among all these routes Rongai is considered the easiest route to climb this mountain. Take the Kilimanjaro climb and safari package and take help from your tour guide to choose the right route to climb this mountain.