Mount Kilimanjaro

Park overview

Mount Kilimanjaro National Park protects Africa's highest peak at 5,895 meters (19,341 feet) and one of the world's most iconic free-standing volcanic massifs. The mountain's three volcanic cones, Kibo, Mawenzi, and Shira, rise in isolation above the surrounding plains and create one of Tanzania's most recognizable landscapes. UNESCO inscribed Kilimanjaro as a World Heritage Site in 1987, recognizing both its exceptional scenery and ecological importance. As you ascend the mountain, ecosystems shift dramatically from montane forest to heath and moorland, alpine desert, and the summit zone. In addition to climbing, the park is important for biodiversity and water catchment, making Kilimanjaro both an adventure destination and a vital conservation landscape.