Shira Camp, Mount Kilimanjaro

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Climbing Mount Kilimanjaro in December 2014. Kilimanjaro is the tallest peak in Africa and sometimes referred to as the roof of Africa. It is also the highest free-standing mountain in the world. Its peak, Uhuru peak sits at an altitude of 5895m above sea level. Kilimanjaro sits close to the equator, yet ice-fields are found at its top. Kilimanjaro is the 4th highest of the seven summits of the world. Most fit people can climb Kilimanjaro, however it is a true test of endurance and more a mental challenge, particularly on the last summit-day. At the end of the day, it is a very rewarding and humbling experience.

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Location: Mount Kilimanjaro, Tanzania
Photo credit: © Nikesh Parbhoo / Alamy / Afripics
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Keywords: africa, camp, climbing, east, hiking, ice-caps, icefields, kilimanjaro, machame, moshi, mountain, peak, pole, range, route, shira, summitting, tanzania, trekking, uhuru