1-Day Kilimanjaro Base Trek from Moshi via Mandara Huts

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Trek through Kilimanjaro's rainforest along the Marangu route
• 02 Reach Mandara Huts at 2,700 metres above sea level
• 03 Walk to Maundi Crater for panoramic views of Kenya and Northern Tanzania
• 04 Spot beautiful flora and fauna, including the black-and-white colobus
• 05 Experience a short day trip to Africa's highest mountain

Come for this short day trip to Africa's highest mountain. Trek through Marangu Gate on the eastern side of Kilimanjaro and hike through rainforest to Mandara Hut and Maundi Crater for breathtaking views of endless mountain ranges. See a stunning panorama of Kenya and Northern Tanzania from 9,000 feet above sea level, and witness beautiful flora and fauna as you spot a variety of birds and the black-and-white colobus.

Trek up to Mandara Huts at the base of Mount Kilimanjaro, located 2,700 metres above sea level, via the Marangu route.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Day

Tour type Private

Activity level Hard

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Moshi, Mount Kilimanjaro

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Moshi to Mandara Huts and Maundi Crater

• Meet your tour guide in Moshi and begin your journey.

• Trek up to Mandara Huts at the base of Mount Kilimanjaro, located 2,700 metres above sea level, via the Marangu route. Keep an eye out for rare birds and animals, including the black-and-white colobus.

• Make your way to Maundi Crater, about 15 minutes away. It is a great way to see the montane forest surroundings and behold stunning panoramic views of Kenya and Northern Tanzania.

• Return to Moshi.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Rescue fees

• Park fees (for non-residents)

• All activities

• All transportation

• All taxes/VAT

• Meals (lunch box with drinking water)

• English-speaking Kilimanjaro trekking guide

What's Not Included

• Climbing gear

• International flights (from/to home)

• Round-trip airport transfer

• Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour

• Tips and gratuities (tipping guideline: US$20 pp per day)

• Personal expenses

• Any government-imposed increases on taxes and/or park fees

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Moshi, Tanzania

Tour start

Moshi, Tanzania

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.