Added: 05/24/2006 |
Kilimanjaro Hotels - a Relaxing Ambience to Complement Your Kilimanjaro ExperienceAt nearly 20,000 feet, Mount Kilimanjaro is the highest mountain in Africa, and one of the highest volcanoes in the world. Kilimanjaro is a giant volcano reaching an elevation of 19,335.6 ft. (5,895 m). Kilima Njaro means shining mountain in Swahili. This volcano's highest and youngest cone is named Kibo. Shira to the west and Mawenzi in the east are older cones that make up Kilimanjaro. Kibo has not been active in modern times, but steam and sulfur are still emitted.
The Marangu Route is the easiest and most popular route up Mt. Kilimanjaro. The path is straightforward and there are three large comfortable huts conveniently spaced along the way. The Machame Route is the most scenic route on the mountain, passing through Kilimanjaro's complete range of landscape and vegetation types. The climb is longer and more gradual than the Marangu Route and is much quieter.
Other routes include the Shira Route, the Mweka Route, and many so-called wilderness variations on the Shira. The ascents of the northern Rongai route can also be arranged. This is a quieter start but joins the Marangu for the last day. The Marangu Route is the Kilimanjaro 'Trade Route' and by far the busiest, but has comfortable huts. The others are wilderness routes and involve camping.
Kilimanjaro hotels offer comfortable lodging for a tired trekker. The Marangu Hotel is set in lovely grounds with a pool. Camping is available if you are doing a trek with the hotel. There are comfortable lounges and a bar. This beautifully situated hotel, one of Kilimanjaro hotels on the slopes of Kilimanjaro, stands in twelve acres of mature, well laid out gardens. The Marangu Hotel has a fine variety of exotic trees and flowering shrubs. From the gardens, there are magnificent views of Kilimanjaro. It is a one-hour drive from Kilimanjaro airport, and half an hour to Moshi. It is an ideal starting point for Kilimanjaro climbs. Guest accommodation is provided in cottages around the grounds. The cottages are of varied style, and each has its own character. Several cottages have integral central sitting rooms. All rooms have private bathrooms with bath or shower.
Located about 128km from the Marangu Route is the town of Arusha. The town is known as the safari capital of East Africa with bustling vibrant streets where tourists rub shoulders with Maasai warriors strolling down the streets. Kilimanjaro hotels are represented by Arusha hotel here. Having an excellent location - right at clock tower, in the center of Arusha town - the hotel exceeds all expectations. The hotel offers total of 65 rooms, 2 suites and 6 deluxe rooms. Here you'll find brilliant food, great service and a professional management team.
Ameg Lodge Kilimanjaro has been constructed with local Tanzanian materials, designed to combine antique African and modern contemporary styles. Ameg Lodge is the ideal place for your entire visit to Tanzania.
Before and after your challenging experience of Mt. Kilimanjaro, or perhaps en route to a breath-taking 4x4 safari - whatever your plans are, Kilimanjaro hotels are the perfect complement of your Kilimanjaro experience.
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