- Life on Kilimanjaro -

Kilimanjaro is the tallest free-standing mountain in the world rising 15,000' from its base, and includes the highest peak in Africa at 19,340'

Each of Kilimanjaro's six distinct ecological zones has its own climate, flora and fauna. To get a sense of what distinguishes each zone, click on the links below

By the end, if nothing else, you'll know what kinds of clothes you'd need to bring for an ascent


search Cultivated Land Rain Forest Heath Zone Moorland Alpine Desert Summit
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