The
Kilimanjaro Ecotourism Project.
In 1991 a piece of land next to the forest of Kilimanjaro National
Park was given to Phil Furneaux who is the cofounder of the William
Howard School, Cumbria, UK – Uru Secondary School, Tanzania
Link. Phil’s intention was always that the community should
benefit from the use of this land. In 1999 it was agreed by the Njari
Village Committee that the land could be used as a campsite. It’s
unique situation, being next to the forest with uninterrupted views
of Kilimanjaro and next to a fast flowing stream, make it ideal for
tourist use.
Now the campsite employs four people and contributes to the development
of village projects through the Brampton Tanzanian Trust.www.bramptontanzania.com
The site is attempting to develop as an ecotourism venture by employing local people, buying local food where possible, contributing to the development of the village and conserving energy as much as possible.
More information
on the Kilimanjaro Ecotourism Project can be found on the website:
www.kilimanjaroproject.com
