Tanzania, South Africa · Trekking

1-Day Mount Kilimanjaro Trek to Mandara Hut via Marangu Route

1 Day Round trip from Mt Kilimanjaro Challenging pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Trek on Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa's highest mountain
  • 02 Walk the Marangu route through verdant rainforest scenery
  • 03 Reach Mandara Hut at 2,700 meters above sea level
  • 04 Discover the natural highlights of mighty Kilimanjaro

Mount Kilimanjaro is a dormant volcano in Tanzania, the highest mountain in Africa and the highest single free-standing mountain in the world. Embark on this adventurous trek and head up the mountain on an easy trail if you wish to, following the Marangu route through verdant rainforest scenery toward Mandara Hut. This full-day experience offers a rewarding introduction to the natural highlights of mighty Kilimanjaro.

Proceed into the rainforest for a gentle walk through verdant scenery to Mandara Hut.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Day
Tour type Private
Activity level Challenging
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
Cities Port Elizabeth, Mount Kilimanjaro
Languages English, Swahili

Day by day

The itinerary

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Day 01

Mount Kilimanjaro Trek via Marangu Route to Mandara Hut

  • Meet your tour guide at the agreed-upon location.

  • Begin your Mount Kilimanjaro climb with your tour guide.

  • Proceed into the rainforest for a gentle walk through verdant scenery to Mandara Hut.

  • Visit the summit of the mighty Kilimanjaro.

  • You also have the option to walk via the Marangu route up to Mandara Hut, 2,700 meters above sea level, and a small crater.

  • Return down and end your tour.

Marangu Route, verdant rainforest, Mandara Hut, Mt Kilimanjaro

Where this trip takes you

Marangu Route, verdant rainforest, Mandara Hut, Mt Kilimanjaro

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Mt Kilimanjaro 2 cities · 1 Day

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Private transport from the lodge and back

  • Tanzania National Park fees

  • Rescue fee

  • Packed lunch

  • Mineral water

  • Tanzanian porters and guides

  • Swahili-/English-speaking tour guide

What's Not Included

  • International flights

  • Visas

  • Travel insurance

  • Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages

  • Additional personal equipment

  • Tips and gratuities

  • Personal expenses

  • Additional activities after the climb, e.g. safaris, waterfall visits, massage, etc.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Mount Kilimanjaro, Marine Drive, Summerstrand, Gqeberha, South Africa
Tour start
Mt Kilimanjaro, Tanzania
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 1 day finishes where it began, in Mt Kilimanjaro.

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