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WHAT IS THE WEATHER ON KILIMANJARO...!? Mount Kilimanjaro has five major ecological zones, each approximately 3,280 feet (1,000 m) in altitude. Each zone is subject to a corresponding decrease in rainfall, temperature and life as the altitude increases. Moshi, the gateway town from which our climbs are organized, is located just south of the base of Mount Kilimanjaro. At 2,667 feet (900 m) above sea level, the town is located in the lowest, warmest ecological zone. Average temperature, humidity and precipitation figures for Moshi are reflected below. January and February are the warmest months, April and May are the wettest months, June and July are the coolest months, and August and September are the driest months. These generalities about the weather in Moshi hold true for Mount Kilimanjaro as well.  Due to its proximity to the equator, Mount Kilimanjaro does not experience wide temperature changes from season to season. Instead, the temperatures on Mount ...

Often while out in the bush, creatures big and small (mostly small) can seek out warm and dark places to find refuge for the night – especially those such as spiders, scorpions and snakes. One of the more popular places is the inside of shoes – and if they are left to stand outside at night this will most likely become the ideal habitat for unwelcome guests. Image By © Jasper Visser EXTRA TIPS Footwear for Camping while on a Safari If you`ll prefer to camp while on a safari, you should pack a pair of flip flops to use while showering. Your feet will thank you when using the communal showers.You can also wear flip flops around camp, but always bear in mind that there might be lots of thorns around, And some of the thorns are pretty long and thick and can easily puncture through the flip flop and into your feet. Staying at a Lodge? If you are splurging and treating yourself to a nice lodge stay, you might want to give your dusty sandals a rest and wear somethi...

DIVERSE CULTURE If There Is A Place Where Culture Is Represented Is East Africa With Tanzania Having The Highest Number Of Tribes 120, Kenya 42 With The Smallest Tribe Being El Molo With Less Than 300 People Who Are Pure El Molos, Uganda 40 Tribes And Rwanda Burundi Having 3 Tribes In Common. With These Tribes Come Different Cultures And Ways Of Life. For Anyone Wanting To Experience Culture East Africa Is The Best Place To Visit.  MOUNTAINS /RANGES Mountains And Ranges Are The Heart Of Most Countries With Some Being The Water Towers Of These Individual Countries, The Habitat To Most Wildlife. Mountains Include: Mt. Kilimanjaro Which Is The Highest In Africa Mt. Kenya Boasts Of Its Snow Peak While Located At The Equator Aberdare Ranges Which Is The Home To Karuru Falls The Highest Falls In East And Central Africa.  Other Mountains And Ranges Include Mt. Elgon Which Borders Kenya And Uganda, Virunga Mountains Which Runs From Uganda To Rwanda, Mt R...

First Time Travelers - Our insider know-how will make your first time traveling to Tanzania a stress-free experience. Why Tanzania - Africa? The main attraction of Tanzania is that anyone can find an adventure there. The level of adventure and contact with nature is controlled by the traveler. Adventurers who want to capture life in a back-to-nature setting are always richly rewarded  Many are drawn by the unique, pristine wilderness in which wildlife still abounds in an unspoiled and exciting environment. Safari-goers can choose to view large and spectacular wildlife in comfortable natural surroundings, unique to this fascinating country. Tanzania is also home to the world's largest animal migration - the Great Serengeti Migration - a movement of over 1.5 million wildebeest and zebra Tanzania boasts such a tremendous variety of attractions; One of the world's free standing mountain (Mount Kilimanjaro)  The world's largest caldera (Ngorongoro C...

Safari especially in Africa ranges from Walking , Boating, Hiking , Vehicle and others. If its walking safari ? getting proper walking safari shoes is important . If you’re walking in the bush, you need good closed-toe shoes, never flip flops or sandals. I hate to break it to you, but snakes, spiders, and scorpions are never far from your feet. Keen hiking shoes works here. They are an older model of the Targhee II. They are breathable and they dry super quick. Keen hiking shoes have what they call KeenDry ( a waterproof breathable membrane). Not just a gimmick, it totally works and they are dry within a couple hours. Shoes for Camping while on a Safari If you prefer camping safari, you should pack a pair of flip flops to use while showering. Your feet will thank you. You can also wear flip flops around camp, but always bear in mind that there might be lots of thorns around. If you're not comfortable with flip flops then you can we...