Imagine a place, vast and so peaceful as to render you silent, so majestic as to leave you forever inspired. Such a place is the roof of Africa, Mt. Kilimanjaro.

Mt. Kilimanjaro stands tall guarding over the vastness of the east African plains. It is the highest mountain in Africa and the tallest free-standing mountain in the world. Imagine hiking through the different climatic zones equivalent to a hike from the equator to the South Pole, but in 6 days! At 5, 895 meters (19,340 feet) above sea level, it is the ultimate hiking adventure on earth.


Kilimanjaro is one of the world's seven summits and is instantly recognized by people all over the world. This almost perfectly shaped, snowcapped volcano rises sheer from the plains, and is one of Africa's most magnificent sights.


After Tanzania achieved its independence in 1961, Kilimanjaro was transformed into a National Park. Covering some 7,500 square kilometers, it is now listed as a World Heritage Site. Currently, about 24,000 people a year attempt to climb Kilimanjaro. Official records state that about 15% make it to the summit.