Flying often gives passengers glimpses of the world from above but sometimes the view takes your breath away. On one Kenya Airways flight, travellers were treated to a truly rare sight: a full view of Africa’s
tallest mountain, Mount Kilimanjaro, rising majestically from the clouds.
Passengers got this rare treat all because of Captain Ahmed who adjusted the flight path to bring the plane closer to Kilimanjaro.
Mount Kilimanjaro From The Sky
The plane passed near Kilimanjaro and the sight of its snow-capped peak left everyone in awe. Towering above the surrounding landscape, the mountain’s three volcanic cones (Kibo, Mawenzi and Shira) can be seen clearly.
Eric Thimba, who shared the video online, wrote, “Major shout out to Captain Ahmed of Kenya Airways who took the scenic route so we could see the top of the tallest mountain in Africa, Mt Kilimanjaro. What a stunning sight!”
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‘Breathtaking, Otherworldly, Incredible…’: Mount Kilimanjaro Leaves Everyone In Awe
Within moments of being shared, Eric’s video had everyone talking as viewers couldn’t stop sharing their amazement at the rare, jaw-dropping sight of Kilimanjaro from above.
One user commented, “What an incredible view lucky passengers to see Kilimanjaro from the air.”
Another said, “This looks otherworldly.”
“When your pilot doubles as a tour guide—amazing!” someone else remarked while a person added, “Wow, this is absolutely breathtaking! Captain Ahmed, you’re a legend for giving everyone this incredible overhead view of Kilimanjaro’s summit and the Reusch Crater. What a magical moment.”
“This is what flying actually offers when you’re not in economy. a captain who knows the route and takes passengers past something worth seeing instead of just point A to B. small moments that make the experience matter,” a user shared.
“POV: You booked economy but got National Geographic Premium for free. Captain Ahmed really said, ‘Seatbelts on, wallpapers loading’,” an individual jokingly wrote.
“Amazing and scary at the same time, a viewer replied.
Even Kenya Airways replied to his video, commenting, “Breathtaking.”
About Mount Kilimanjaro
Mount Kilimanjaro, located in Tanzania, rises to 5,895 metres and holds the distinction of being the world’s tallest free-standing mountain. Its striking solitude makes it stand out with diverse ecosystems ranging from lush rainforest at its base to arctic-like conditions at the summit. The mountain is known for offering trekkers a challenging yet accessible adventure.
