1-Day Mount Kilimanjaro Trek to Maundi Crater from Moshi

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Take a full-day trek on Mount Kilimanjaro to Maundi Crater
• 02 Hike through dense forests with views of water streams and waterfalls
• 03 Reach Mandara Hut, the first point on the mountain route
• 04 Spot local flora and fauna, including birds and monkeys
• 05 Enjoy panoramic views from the top of Maundi Crater

Go on a full-day trek to Maundi Crater on Mount Kilimanjaro from Moshi. Travel to Kilimanjaro National Park via Marangu Gate, hike up to Mandara Hut, and enjoy views of dense forests, water streams, and waterfalls along the way. Continue to Maundi Crater for panoramic views from the top, with opportunities to spot local flora and fauna, including birds and monkeys. A packed lunch is included during the trek.

Continue to Maundi Crater for panoramic views from the top, with opportunities to spot local flora and fauna, including birds and monkeys.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Day

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Moshi, Mount Kilimanjaro, Marangu

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Mount Kilimanjaro Trek to Mandara Hut and Maundi Crater

• Meet your tour guide in Moshi and drive to Kilimanjaro National Park.
• Arrive at Marangu Gate, complete registration, and attend a safety briefing.
• Begin the climb to Mandara Hut, the first point on the mountain.
• Enjoy views of dense forests, water streams, and waterfalls during the trek.
• Spot local flora and fauna along the way, including different species of birds and monkeys.
• Reach Mandara Hut and have a packed lunch.
• Trek onward to Maundi Crater and enjoy the view from the top.
• Descend the mountain and travel back to your accommodation in Moshi.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Transport to and from the mountain
• Park entrance fee + 18% VAT
• Park accommodation fee + 18% VAT
• Park rescue fee
• Experienced and professional Tanzanian mountain guide and crew
• Non-personal hiking equipment and gear

What's Not Included

• All flights (international and domestic)
• Tipping (recommended)
• Personal hiking gear and rentals
• Other personal expenses not mentioned above

What to bring

• Warm clothes, including trousers, sweaters, thermal underwear, and enough pairs of warm socks
• Waterproof layers, a sun hat, a warm jacket, and a couple of gloves
• Comfortable mountain boots and walking poles

Know before you go

Best time of the year to go for Mount Kilimanjaro climbing:

• June to October - Peak season; most Kilimanjaro routes and hotels are crowded.
• October to December - Most Kilimanjaro routes are less crowded; this season may be associated with seasonal rainfall, so it is not as good for climbing.
• December to the end of February - High season; some routes and hotels are crowded, and it is a good time for climbing.
• March to the end of May - Low season; this is the peak of the wet season, as these months are associated with heavy rainfall, so it is not ideal for climbing or game drives.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Moshi, Tanzania

Tour start

Moshi, Tanzania

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.