Mount Kilimanjaro is one of the most popular places in the world. Tanzania is famously known as the highest peak in Africa and the world’s largest free-standing mountain. The volcano is made up of three cones, Kibo, Mawenzi, and Shira.

Mawenzi and Shira are extinct, which means they haven’t erupted, but Kibo is dormant and can erupt again. It’s safe to trek and climb here since the most recent volcanic activity in this region was around 2 centuries ago. The last major eruption of the Kilimanjaro was over 360,000 years ago.

Mount Kilimanjaro is a sought-after volcano to climb. Every year many tourists and thrill-seekers book hiking and trekking tours of the mountain.

Here are some amazing sights you can expect to see when climbing Kilimanjaro:

THE LUSH RAINFOREST

While there are many routes to climb the Kilimanjaro, they all begin in the lush rainforest below. This rainforest receives 80 inches of rain every year and its wettest months are April and May. You get to witness an amazing forest and the life within it just before your climb is about to begin.

COLOBUS MONKEYS

The colobus monkey is known for its stunning black fur and white mantle, bushy tail, whiskers, and a unique beard around the face. These monkeys are considered an endangered species since they’re primarily found in Africa and have been exterminated in some areas. Once hunted for its unique fur, their name is derived from a Greek word that refers to the stumps on their hands, instead of thumbs that other monkeys possess.

DENDROSENECIO KILIMANJARI PLANTS

This rare flora species have especially evolved and adapted to the unpredictable weather at Kilimanjaro. These species of plants and trees can only be found here and they thrive regardless of the weather.