About African Mountain Climbing and Hiking Tours
Mountain Climbing Holidays in Africa from gentle hill walks in the Drakensburg heights of South to climbing the world-famous Mount Kilimanjaro, the glacier-capped “Shining Mountain” of northern Tanzania is an exciting journey.
You do not need specialized mountain climbing skills or mountaineering equipment on this challenging vacation at Africa’s highest peak. But you will need the skills of an experienced support team, given by African Giant Adventures.
Mountain Climbing Destinations In Africa
- Climbing Mount Kilimanjaro
Mount Kilimanjaro is located in the Kilimanjaro Region of Tanzania. With an elevation of 5,895m Kilimanjaro gives the best experience of mountain climbing in Africa. It’s a stratovolcano mountain and its last eruption happened between 150,000 and 200,000 years ago. Climbing Mount Kilimanjaro has got three volcanic cones including; Mawenzi, Shira, and Kibo and it’s a dominant Volcano in Tanzania.
The mountain has got over seven known trekking routes which include- Machame, Mweka, Lemosho, Marangu, Shira, Rongai, and Umbwe. And of all these routes, Machame is the most scenic and steeper route, this is because it can be completed in 6-7 days. These seven days can be the best experience of Mountain Climbing Holidays in Africa. Among all the above routes, Rongai is the easiest and least scenic route.
- Mount Meru Climb
Located 70km west side of Mount Kilimanjaro in Tanzania is Mount Meru which is a dormant stratovolcano. The peak of the mountain is at a height of 4,562.13m. The main and only route up to this summit is the Momella Route which is 4km long. Mount Meru Climb gives the most amazing views of the summit.
- Ngorongoro Highlands
There is rich wildlife and a large natural diversity in the Ngorongoro Crater. The area is occupied by the Masai tribe and is a conservation area with multiple land use. The best place for adventure trekkers looking for the best Climbing Trekking Africa experience is in the Ngorongoro Highlands.
Why Mountain Trekking Africa With African Giant Adventure?
We understand that experienced travelers want to get truly off-the-beaten-track. That’s why we’ve partnered with local experts to help you plan and book tailor-made trips that are packed with personality and stimulating adventure – at all levels of comfort. If you love planning, but find arranging the logistics exhausting, you’re in the right place. We will design customized Mountain Climbing Holidays in Africa just for you, suiting your preferences. We are always ready at your service for 24/7 hours and guarantee you a fun-filled fulfilling trip in Africa.