Kibo Thermal Springs Kilimanjaro

Kibo area, Kilimanjaro Region, Tanzania

Location: Kibo area, Kilimanjaro Region, Tanzania
Water type: bicarbonate
Temperature: 38 °C
pH: 8

Water profile

Thermicity

Neutral

38 °C

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Soothing — neither hot nor cold, perfect balance.

Mineralisation

Restorative

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Loaded with major ions — the essential minerals (Ca, Mg).

Buoyancy

Standard buoyancy

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Soft water — natural, classic buoyancy.

BicarbonatesSodiumCalcium

Experience the rejuvenating effects of Kibo Thermal Springs Kilimanjaro, located at the foot of Africa's highest peak. This natural wonder is a popular destination for thermal tourism, offering a unique opportunity to relax and unwind in a breathtaking setting. The springs' bicarbonate-rich waters are part of a long thermal tradition associated with muscular comfort and overall well-being. Visitors can soak in the warm waters or enjoy a range of spa treatments.

Insider tip — These little-known thermal seeps on the lower flanks of Kilimanjaro emerge from volcanic rock at 38 °C, warmed by residual geothermal activity beneath Africa's highest peak. The surrounding montane forest at around 1 800 m is rich in colobus monkeys and Kilimanjaro bush shrikes, making the approach a wildlife experience in its own right. The springs lack any formal facilities — just natural rock pools shaded by giant heather and Podocarpus trees. Combine with a village walk through local Chagga communities who have cultivated these slopes for centuries.

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