Tanzania · Hiking and Safari

2-Day Kilimanjaro Hike and Tarangire Safari from Moshi

2 Days Round trip from Moshi Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Hike the Marangu Route to Mandara Hut, Kilimanjaro's first base camp
  • 02 Take a short walk to Maundi Crater for views over Taveta and Mawenzi Peak
  • 03 Enjoy a game drive in Tarangire National Park among ancient baobab trees
  • 04 Look out for Tarangire's immense elephant population and varied wildlife

Climb the slopes of Africa's highest mountain on a day hike along the Marangu Route to Mandara Hut, the first base camp on Kilimanjaro. From there, take a short walk to Maundi Crater for beautiful views and memorable photos. The next day, enjoy a game drive in Tarangire National Park, known for its mighty baobab trees, huge elephant population, and diverse wildlife and landscapes.

On a clear day, the views east over Taveta and northwest toward Mawenzi Peak are stunning, making the short hike well worth the effort.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 2 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
Cities Arusha, Moshi, Mount Kilimanjaro, Tarangire National Park, Marangu
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Kilimanjaro Day Hike to Mandara Hut and Maundi Crater

  • Hikers will leave Moshi early in the morning for Marangu Gate. The drive takes approximately 1 hour.
  • After completing gate registration, you will begin your Kilimanjaro day hike.
  • Walking along a narrow trail through Kilimanjaro's rainforest up to Mandara Hut, you will meet mountain climbers descending from the summit.
  • At Mandara Hut, you will have lunch and the option to take a short walk to Maundi Crater. On a clear day, the views east over Taveta and northwest toward Mawenzi Peak are stunning, making the short hike well worth the effort.
  • You will then have the opportunity to take photos on arrival at Maundi Crater before descending to Marangu Gate.
  • Our vehicles will be waiting at Marangu Gate to take you back to Moshi.

Marangu Gate to Mandara Hut
Rising (ft): (1,800m/5,905ft) to (2,743m/9,000ft)
Hiking time: 8-10 hours
Elevation gain: 915 meters, 3,000 feet

2
Day 02

Tarangire National Park Game Drive

  • We will leave Moshi in the early hours of the day and drive to Tarangire National Park, where huge termite mounds and ancient baobab trees await. This park is renowned for its immense elephant population, picturesque scenery, and diverse birdlife. Tarangire is home to enticing wildlife, including elephants, lions, giraffes, warthogs, ostriches, impalas, cheetahs, mongooses, buffaloes, and baboons.
  • When our game drive ends, we will proceed back to Arusha.
Mandara Hut, Maundi Crater views toward Mawenzi Peak, Tarangire National Park baobabs

Where this trip takes you

Mandara Hut, Maundi Crater views toward Mawenzi Peak, Tarangire National Park baobabs

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Moshi 5 cities · 2 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • 4x4 safari car
  • Park fees
  • Professional driver-guide
  • Wages for the crew
  • Camping gear
  • First aid kit
  • Bush chef
  • Rescue
  • 1 breakfast
  • 2 lunches
  • 1 dinner
  • Drinking water

What's Not Included

  • Flights
  • Tipping the crew
  • Visas
  • Additional park fees

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Moshi, Tanzania
Tour start
Moshi, Tanzania
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 2 days finish where they began, in Moshi.

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