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| Kilimanjaro Travel Guide Edit This The best resource for sights, hotels, restaurants, bars, what to do and see Half way up... Half way up... Mike Norris Part of history The controversy over the Nile originating from Kilimanjaro spurred African exploration and European imperialism. German explorers and missionaries arrived to ‘discover’ the truth and to attempt to convert the natives to Christianity. Eventually, treaties were formed with the Wachagga and the German, Carl Juhlke. The British also formed treaties with locals to the north, in Taveta, which will later result in the current border between Kenya and Tanzania. The Wachagga is a new tribe, only establishing itself within the last hundred years. |
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| Where do they live? The Wachagga can be found in northern Tanzania in the Kilimanjaro region. They live on the slopes of Kilimanjaro, where banana groves flourish to provide the people with their main staple food. Especially, you may visit the village Machame/Uduru in Hai district, about 20 km from Moshi town. Uduru, also known as Kiduru in Kimachame, means "an elevated area or top of a hill." Similarly, before being globally known as Kilimanjaro, it was named Kelemakyaro by the Wachagga, meaning "a high mountain and the mountain of God." How is the weather? As a result of the altitude, the climate is cooler and moisture is more abundant than the lower lands. In fact, as the elevation increases, the temperatures drops gradually while animal and plant growth also changes. Kilimanjaro’s highest peak can still be seen sporting a white crown of snow, although the amount of snow is steadily decreasing due to changes in climate. Who are the Wachagga? The residents of Kilimanjaro region are the Wachagga and Wapare tribesmen. The Wapare live in an area called Upare, but the dominant ethnic group is Wachagga. being one of the earliest communities influenced by Roman catholic and Lutheran missionaries, western education, and cash cropping through cooperative farming, they have impacted the fabric of Tanzanian life in the medical, educational, and business realms. They are also famous for their versatility in utilizing bananas in food and drink, including in the production of the famed banana wine. Trekking up Kilimanjaro - What Routes? Kilimanjaro is one of the worlds tallest mountains at over 19,000 feet (nearly 6km), yet treks up to Uhuru Peak are non-technical and can be undertaken by any reasonably physically fit person. There are several routes ranging from the popular Marangu route which offers accommodations in mountain huts and the more challenging Machame route which is a camping route. Aim 4 Africa, based in the UK but with strong links in Tanzania, also organise treks using less busy routes such as Londorossi and Rongai. Treks are tailored and include a full, local mountain crew, ensuring extremely high success rates and enjoyable experience. Treks average between 6-7 days depending on the route taken. For more information visit www.aim4africa.com or call +44 114 255 2533 (or 0845 4084541 from within the UK) ______Sights Edit This photo_1 Yona Maro Mount Kilimanjaro is the Everest of Africa, with its summit close to the altitude of Mt. Everest's base camp. Yet Kilimanjaro does not stand out as the highest peak in a snow-capped mountain range. It rises in complete isolation in a land of flat plains grazed by elephants, zebras and other African animals. Kili - as the mountain is often referred to - rises to 19,336 feet (5,895 metres) in a land where no mountain seems fitting. If you arrive when this dormant volcano is obscured by cloud, you could miss it altogether, as there are no rugged foothills or plunging valleys to suggest its presence. Conquering this mountain is the dream of many visitors to Tanzania and about 20,000 hikers climb it every year. Mountaineering skills are not a pre-requisite but a reasonable level of fitness and a lot of determination is. Altitude sickness can set in above 9,900 ft (3,000m) and is often the reason for failing to make it to the top. In 1889 it took Hans Meyer six weeks to reach the summit. These days the treks last five or six days and porters are available to carry your load. The local Chagga guides and porters often climb the mountain once a week, while the visitor unused to such exertion, finds this once-in-a-lifetime trek a literally breathtaking, exhilarating challenge. FLORA AND FAUNA The ascent takes you on a climatic journey from the tropics to the arctic. The grassy cultivated lower slopes soon turn into lush rainforest inhabited by elusive leopard, elephants, antelopes and buffalo. Above this is heath and moorland dotted with particularly impressive giant groundsel up to 16 feet (5 metres) high, along with huge lobelias and massive heathers. Iridescent blue-green sunbirds and drab brown but shrill-voiced alpine chats inhabit this strange world of giants. As the air grows dry and cold the terrain changes to Alpine desert, then finally ice, snow and cold rarefied air slow the pace to a dawdle. The crater rim at sunrise is the final achievement in this great African challenge. SEASONS Mt Kilimanjaro can be climbed throughout the year, but the rainy season makes the forest more slippery and the summit may be blocked by snow. Be prepared for bursts of rain on the mountain at any time of the year. Just after the end of the rains is scenically the most attractive time to go. Be prepared for climatic extremes, from rain in the forest, intense sun in the alpine desert and freezing temperatures at the summit. Dry Season: It is best to climb the mountain in the dry months from late June to early October (which are cool and dry) or late December to early March (which are hot and dry). Rainy Season: Rain usually falls from April to June and in November and early December. Heavy snowfalls may be experienced. Temperatures: the lower slopes are warm and pleasant at around 59-68°F (15-20°C). Above 13,200 feet (4,000 metres) temperatures drop to lower than 41°F (5°C) and plunge to well below freezing in the icy winds on the summit. KILIMANJARO SPECIALITIES • Highest mountain in Africa • Highest free standing mountain in the world and one of the world's largest volcanoes • Unique flora and fauna FACTS The National Park covers an area of approximately 470 miles² (755 km²). It attained park status in 1973. The mountain is about 80 miles (120km) from Arusha. There are six usual trekking routes to the summit. Equipment and porters can be hired. Nearly half of those who attempt Kili don’t make it to the top. The mountain is a not a malarial area, but the surrounding lowlands of Tanzania are. _________Getting There Edit This The town Moshi is the natural base for visits to Kilimanjaro. Kilimanjaro international airport is not far from Moshi. It has connections i.a. from Amsterdam, Johannesburg and Nairobi. There are good bus connections to Moshi from Dar es Salaam, Arusha and several other places. _______Day Trips Edit This There are a number of tours, hikes and treks you can do on and around Kilimanjaro. _______Things to do Edit This i Walking/Climbing The upward track wends through forests that vary constantly with the altitude and finally opens out into open moorland below rocky, snow covered Kibo plateau. It has 3 volcanic centres, Shira, Kibo, and Mawenzi. 5, 7 & 8 day climbs are easily arranged from Moshi or Arusha, and is the perfect start to your trip in Tanzania. When to Climb It can be climbed at any time during the year. However, Christmas and New Year are usually fully booked and April, May and November is the rainy season. Contributors July 01, 2004 new by hpharmsen (1 point) [Add Activity] Machame or Rongai route Edit This Climbing Mt Kilimanjaro holds a magical attraction for mountaineers, trekkers & all who hold Africa dear. It is more than Africa’s highest peak it is a symbol of Africa’s diversity, challenges & fierce beauty. Created through volcanic turmoil it stands 5895m above sea level & straddles both Tanzania & Kenya. 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