KILIMANJARO AND MERU

Mount Kilimanjaro The highest in Africa just 330 kms. South of Equator in Northern Tanzania. It is composed of two dormant volcanoes Mawenzi (5,149 mt.) and the permanent snow caped Kibo, the highest peak 19, 330 feet (5,895 mt). The total area of the Park is 755 sq. kms. Kilimanjaro also one of the world's highest solitary mountain can be climbed at any time of the year except during the long rains from March to May. The ascent can be made by any normal fit person with assistance of guides and porters via Marangu route. The route usually requires 5 to 6 days. This mountain apart from featuring breath taking landscape is also notable for its birdlife and beautiful rain forest.

Those who reach Uhuru Peak, the actual summit or Gillman's Point on the lip of the Crater will have earned their climbing certificate and their memories. There are six major Trekking Routes

Best time: Whole year except April and May rainy seasons.

How to get there: From Arusha, 2 Hour drive from Kilimanjaro International Airport 1 our drive. From Moshi 30 Min Drive

Mount Meru is rising to 14, 990 feet (4,566 mt) one of Africa's highest and most beautiful volcanic mountain. The route to the summit passes through parkland, montane forest, a giant heather zone and moorland.

Finally, the summit is reached by a narrow, barren ridge which provides stunning views of the Ash Cone lying several thousand feet below in the crater and Kilimanjaro in the background.

Best time: Whole year avoid April and May rainy seasons.

How to get there: From Arusha, 30 min. drive from Kilimanjaro International Airport 1 our drive.