Tanzania is best known as one of the world’s leading safari destinations and its natural beauty knows no bounds, but wildlife spotting isn’t the only thrilling experience it has in store. You can also check out several dormant and active volcanoes during your visit to this African country, and these three are a good place to start.
Mount Kilimanjaro
Mount Kilimanjaro is Tanzania’s No. 1 tourist attraction, but did you know this mountain is actually a dormant volcano? Africa’s highest mountain is home to three volcanic cones—Kibo, Mawenzi, and Shira—but only the first one is dormant and it could erupt again.
Ol Doinyo Lengai
If visiting dormant volcanoes isn’t exhilarating enough for you, you should put Ol Doinyo Lengai on your bucket list. Also known as the Mountain of God, this is one of Tanzania’s most active volcanoes known for producing natrocarbonatite lava flow, and only the bravest of hikers are up to the challenge of ascending to its top.
Mount Meru
Not to be confused with the mythical Mount Meru, this dormant stratovolcano is an actual place located west of Mount Kilimanjaro. It’s home to one of Africa’s highest mountain peaks at 4,562 meters and it’s a popular destination with hikers and climbers.