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Towering majestically over the surrounding Tanzanian landscape, mighty Mount Kilimanjaro is the tallest mountain on the African continent.
The mountain is composed of three dormant volcanic peaks, the highest of which is Kibo peak, which reaches an impressive altitude of over 19,000 feet above sea level.
The mountain is a renowned trekking and mountaineering destination and visitors come from all over the world to rise to the challenge of reaching Uhuru Peak, the highest summit on the rim of the Kibo Crater.
The mountain is surrounded by Mount Kilimanjaro National Park and at lower altitudes trekkers may come across elephant, buffalo, and many other smaller animals.
Many visitors who come to see Mount Kilimanjaro will combine their visit with a Big Five Safari in one or more of the nearby national parks and reserves.
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