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A variety of hiking options are available in Tanzania. You can choose from a variety of terrain types and difficulty levels. Whether you’re a seasoned traveler or an adrenaline junkie, or just enjoy relaxing, there’s something here for you. Its parks, mountains, forests, waterfalls, and lakes are filled with wild animals and birds looking for food and water or simply resting among the grass and trees.

Mount Kilimanjaro:

All year-round, it is possible to climb the mountain. There are certainly times when climbing is more beneficial. Choosing the right time to head to the hill is based on two main factors, and the weather is the most critical factor.

We also consider how crowded the mountain is, and since most people prefer a quieter trek to one that is loaded with tourists. As a result, we think these two factors when determining the best time to climb Kilimanjaro.

Mt. Kilimanjaro High Season:

Mt. Kilimanjaro lies in the equatorial region, so it does not experience extreme winters or summers. Instead, it has dry and wet seasons. Climbing Kilimanjaro is most prevalent between December and mid-March and mid-June through October.

Few benefits:

• Trekking and hiking are best done in the high seasons when favorable weather.
• During the high season, you can enjoy beautiful Tanzanian views.

Mt. Kilimanjaro during Low Season:

From early March to early June, the long rainy season is the low season for climbing Mt. Kilimanjaro. The best choice is to avoid hiking during these months unless you are an experienced hiker who has hiked in similar conditions before.

Few benefits:

• There are very few tourists visiting Kilimanjaro during the low season. As a result, you get to enjoy your trip more peacefully.
• There is a different beauty to the Kilimanjaro region during the wet season, which is worth seeing.

Mount Meru:

The summit of Mount Meru is 4566 metres above sea level and about 70 kilometers west of Mount Kilimanjaro. The trek to the summit of Mount Meru is six days, and it is an excellent prequel to climbing Kilimanjaro or a wonderful standalone experience.

Meru can be a challenge for some people, and it is certainly much quieter. The resulting wildlife is more diverse, and there is a stronger sense of remoteness and solitude than on the more famous peak nearby.

Arusha National Park would not be complete without the mountain. Nearly 400 species of birds, monkeys, and leopards live in its forests that rise above the surrounding savanna. Approaching and climbing the mountain, trekkers can enjoy a variety of natural sights.

The mountain’s ascent varies in difficulty, moving through grasslands, tropical rainforest, alpine meadows, moorlands, and desert uplands to snow and ice. Several hundred feet below the summit, on a narrow, barren ridge, is the Ash Cone, which provides stunning views.

Best time to climb:

It is traditionally best to climb in the peak seasons of January to March and June to October, with the average temperature in Moshi being 22 degrees Celsius and the average temperature at the summit being -5 degrees Celsius.

Climate change has drastically changed this pattern, which used to occur in April, May, and November. December is now becoming milder and clearer.

You can visit Tanzania throughout the entire year. Book in advance to get new offers for Trekking in Tanzania.