Shira Plateau
COUNTRY:Tanzania
Kilimanjaro Park: 19,340 feet - 5,895 meters high!
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ECOSYSTEMS:Montane forest, moorland, alpine swift, glacier.
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WILDLIFE: Prolific birdlife - hornbills, bulbul - colobus monkeys, olive baboons, duikers, leopards, elephants, buffalos, eland.
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HIGHLIGHTS: Mt. Kilimanjaro, trekking, walking safaris, elephants, rhino, buffalo, birds
flowers and landscape
Mt. Kilimanjaro is not only the highest mountain in Africa but also one of the most unique environments on the planet. From the glaciers and strange ice formations of the summit, to the prehistoric plant life of the upper slopes and down to the tropical jungle of the foothills, Kilimanjaro is an unforgettable experience - even for those who do not ascent to the top.
You Can Hike to Shira Plateau on the lowest slope of Mount Kilimanjaro on a Day trip, The Hike will take 2 to 3 Hours to Shira Plateau one of the Base Camps used by people trekking to the Roof of Africa, ( Kilimanjaro ) From this point you can watch guides, poters and cooks on their activities as they set up tents and prepare for the night. This is a great Spot for photos and the view of the top of Mount Kilimanjaro.