Tanzania, Kilimanjaro Mawenzi Peak, 1984
Tanzania, Kilimanjaro Mawenzi Peak, 1984

Tanzania, Kilimanjaro Mawenzi Peak, 1984 - Opposite Uhuru Peak on Mt. Kilimanjaro is Mawenzi Peak, the second highest peak on the Kilimanjaro Massif. Mawenzi and Uhuru are divided by a huge saddle. Here I look back at Mawenzi while beginning up Uhuru Peak. Kilimanjaro is a great mountain to climb, both for its scenic beauty, the thrill of going to almost 20,000 feet, the location in Central Africa, and the climate changes from jungle to alpine meadow and past the tree line. In the vicinity are some of the greatest game parks in the world. If you're looking for some place cool to go....

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