The study examined impacts of climate change and variability on tourism in Kilimanjaro National Park and adjacent communities. Specifically the study identified tourism resources and activities available in Kilimanjaro National Park. Further, it examined tourism seasons and the influence of climate change and variability on tourism seasonality patterns. Cross-sectional and longitudinal designs were used in the assessment. Both purposeful and random sampling was used for village and household selection in the area. PRA methods were used and findings revealed that climate change and variability affects tourism resource, and activities and seasons in the area.
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