Kilimanjaro: To the Roof of Africa
Kilimanjaro: To the Roof of Africa follows five trekkers and a local Chagga guide to the top of Kilimanjaro, the largest freestanding mountain in the world. Along the way, the group encounters strange landscapes and endure harsh conditions as they travel through five climate zones, ranging from the lower rainforest to the summit's arctic glaciers. On the ascent, the team explores Kilimanjaro's delicate ecosystems and their unique flora and fauna, learning about the formation of the African continent and the Great Rift Valley, as well as Africa's fiery volcanic history. |
Genre |
Adventure, Destination, Documentary, Geology, Nature |
Awards |
Best Sound Editing in a Special Venue Film, Motion Picture Sound Editors Golden Reel Award, 2003 |
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