This lava tower is almost 150 thousand years old. Volcanic activity, the same process that created Kilimanjaro, also created this tower.
Lava was poured from a vent, and when it solidified, it blocked the vent and took on the shape of a tower.
When an eruption happens, the quantity of volcanic activity is controlled by these structures, which act as plugs on active volcanoes.
The lava tower has not been used, and this volcano has lain dormant for a very long period.
The tower rises to a height of about 90 meters. The tower climb was originally a part of the Kilimanjaro experience for hikers, but it was discontinued due to safety concerns.
A 360-degree panorama of the area would be revealed to those who ascended the tower.
Which Route takes you to the lava Tower?
You will take either the Shira, Lemosho, Northern Circuit and Machame routes. All these routes head to the Uhuru peak of the Kilimanjaro.
The best route however is the western route but if you have made your research you know how hazardous this trail is. The tower has an accommodation camp and you can overnight here.
Best time to visit the Lava Tower – Mount Kilimanjaro
If you are thinking about trekking the highest mountain ranges in Africa or have already booked your trip? The most common thing will be what’s the best time to visit and the other terms and conditions for the hike.
It’s possible that you can trek the Kilimanjaro any time throughout the year but some months are covered in cold weather and rains and snow especially the top and yet some are dry and a lot more favorable.
Its best advised to hike the Kilimanjaro is between the months of December to February and Mid June to September. Ideally these are the dry months but even then, sometimes it can and gets a bit messy.
However, rain that falls on a single day is regarded to be less harmful than rain that falls on a regular basis during a season. Even the months that are seen as being cold or wet may not always be so. In fact, some of these months may have weeks without any precipitation.
The wet months are March to Mid June and October to November.
The dry months are also the most crowded. The mountain can be filed with tourist and for people that have intent to explore extensively. You may need to reconsider.
Location of Lava Tower on Kilimanjaro
The Lava tower is located at about 4572 meters above sea level. It’s on the slopes of the Kibo cone of the Kilimanjaro.
Lava Tower vegetation and climatic zone
The tower is located in the Alpine region of the Kilimanjaro. This area has a lot temperature variations during the days and night.
This level of the mountain will barely have any plant life. The landscape is a bit desolate with some yellow daisies.
