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Kilimanjaro above a layer of cloud and open savanna, seen from Amboseli in Kenya

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Tanzania

Kilimanjaro (5,895 m) is the highest mountain in Africa and the tallest free-standing mountain in the world, and neighbouring Mount Meru makes a quieter first climb.

Best months
Jan–Feb · Jun–Oct
Signature peak
Kilimanjaro, 5,895 m
Fly into
Kilimanjaro (JRO)
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12 of 12 destinations · Main season Jan–Feb · Jun–Oct

Snow-capped Mount Kilimanjaro seen across the savanna from Amboseli National Park in Kenya Best Jan–Feb · Jun–Oct

Kilimanjaro Region, northern Tanzania

Mount Kilimanjaro

Africa's highest peak, climbed on multi-day treks that need fitness, acclimatisation and a guide, but no technical skills.

5,895 m · Jan–Feb · Jun–Oct · Challenging

Good for: Trekking

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Mount Meru rising above farmland near Arusha, Tanzania Best Jan–Feb · Jun–Oct

Arusha Region, northern Tanzania

Mount Meru & Arusha National Park

A three to four day volcano climb with wildlife on the lower slopes, often done before Kilimanjaro.

4,562 m · Jan–Feb · Jun–Oct · Challenging

Good for: Trekking

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The grassy floor and steep wall of Ngorongoro Crater under a blue sky Best Jun–Oct

Arusha Region

Ngorongoro Crater

A huge volcanic caldera with a floor of grassland, a soda lake and some of the densest wildlife in Africa.

2,300 m · Jun–Oct · Easy

Good for: Scenic views · Villages & culture

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A lone acacia tree on the open grassland of the Serengeti Best Jun–Oct

Mara and Simiyu Regions

Serengeti

Endless grass plains and acacia woodland, famed for the annual migration of more than a million wildebeest.

1,500 m · Jun–Oct · Easy

Good for: Scenic views

Stays Flights Tours
Lake Manyara seen from the escarpment above the park (photographed in 1973) Best Jun–Oct

Manyara Region

Lake Manyara

A compact park beneath the Rift Valley escarpment, with a soda lake, groundwater forest and tree-climbing lions.

960 m · Jun–Oct · Easy

Good for: Lakes · Scenic views

Stays Flights Tours
A baobab tree on the dry savanna of Tarangire National Park Best Jun–Oct

Manyara Region

Tarangire

A park of ancient baobab trees and large elephant herds, centred on the Tarangire river.

1,100 m · Jun–Oct · Easy

Good for: Scenic views

Stays Flights Tours
Ol Doinyo Lengai rising above an acacia-covered hill in northern Tanzania Best Jun–Oct

Arusha Region

Ol Doinyo Lengai and Lake Natron

A cone-shaped, active volcano that erupts unusual black lava, above a red soda lake where flamingos breed.

2,962 m · Jun–Oct · Challenging

Good for: Trekking · Lakes · Scenic views

Stays Flights Tours
Misty mountain ridges in the Usambara Mountains Best Jun–Oct

Tanga Region

Usambara Mountains

A cool, green mountain range in north-east Tanzania with walking trails, villages and rare wildlife.

2,300 m · Jun–Oct · Moderate

Good for: Trekking · Scenic views · Villages & culture

Stays Flights Tours
Forested slopes and a grassy clearing in the Udzungwa Mountains Best Jun–Oct

Iringa and Morogoro Regions

Udzungwa Mountains

A park of old rainforest, waterfalls and rare primates, the largest of the Eastern Arc mountains.

2,576 m · Jun–Oct · Moderate

Good for: Trekking · Scenic views

Stays Flights Tours
Chimpanzees feeding in a tree in the Mahale Mountains Best May–Oct

Kigoma Region

Mahale Mountains

A remote mountain range rising from Lake Tanganyika, with forest, white beaches and wild chimpanzees.

2,462 m · May–Oct · Moderate

Good for: Trekking · Lakes · Scenic views

Stays Flights Tours
Rolling green flower-covered hills of Kitulo National Park Best Dec–Apr

Mbeya and Njombe Regions

Kitulo National Park

A high plateau of grassland and wildflowers, known as the Serengeti of Flowers, with orchids, proteas and rare birds.

2,600 m · Dec–Apr · Easy

Good for: Scenic views · Trekking

Stays Flights Tours
The volcanic cone of Mount Hanang above the savanna Best Jun–Oct

Manyara Region

Mount Hanang

A quiet volcanic peak, the fourth highest in Tanzania, with a day-and-a-half climb through farmland and forest.

3,417 m · Jun–Oct · Challenging

Good for: Trekking · Scenic views

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About Tanzania

Tanzania at a glance

Tanzania's highest mountains are volcanoes in the north of the country, close to the city of Arusha. Kilimanjaro (5,895 m) is the highest mountain in Africa, and Mount Meru (4,562 m) rises nearby inside Arusha National Park.

Climbs are organised through licensed operators and guides, with porters carrying camping gear and food. Kilimanjaro attracts many trekkers each year, so choose an operator that looks after its crew. Many travellers combine a climb with a safari in the northern parks.

The two dry seasons, January to February and June to October, are the best times for a climb. The long rains from March to May and the short rains in November bring mud and cloud. Altitude is the main risk, so allow time to acclimatise.

Getting there

Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) is the main gateway, between Moshi and Arusha, with international flights from Europe, the Middle East and East Africa. Some travellers also fly into Dar es Salaam (DAR) or Nairobi, Kenya, and connect onward.

Getting around

Operators arrange transfers from the airport and between Arusha, Moshi and the park gates. Minibuses and buses link towns cheaply but can be crowded, and most visitors on climbs and safaris use pre-arranged transport.

Entry and safety

Most visitors need a visa, which can usually be applied for online through the official Tanzanian immigration portal. Vaccination certificates, such as for yellow fever, may be required depending on where you have travelled from, so check current health and entry rules.

Altitude sickness is the main danger on Kilimanjaro and Meru: ascend slowly and descend if symptoms worsen. Check your government's travel advice and health guidance, including malaria precautions at lower altitudes, and use reputable, licensed operators.

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