Volcanoes in Tanzania

Explore 3 volcanoes in Tanzania — their history, geology, eruptions and how to visit them.

Stratovolcano

Mount Kilimanjaro: The Roof of Africa - Glaciers, Climate Change & The Three Cones

Explore Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa's highest peak. Discover its three volcanic cones (Kibo, Mawenzi, Shira), the rapidly disappearing glaciers, the five unique ecological zones, and the legends of the Chaga people.

📍 Kilimanjaro Region, Tanzania
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Stratovolcano

Mount Meru

Tanzania's second-highest peak, an active stratovolcano located in Arusha National Park, famous for its dramatic horseshoe caldera and diverse wildlife.

📍 Tanzania
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Stratovolcano

Ol Doinyo Lengai

The 'Mountain of God' is the strangest volcano on Earth, erupting unique black, cold lava that turns white like snow.

📍 Tanzania
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