Tanzania · Trekking & Safari

2-Day Kilimanjaro Hike and Tarangire Safari from Moshi

2 Days Round trip from Moshi Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Climb the slopes of Africa's highest mountain on the Marangu route
02 Walk through Kilimanjaro's thick, lush rainforest to Mandara Hut
03 Take in stunning views from Maundi Crater toward Taveta and Mawenzi Peak
04 Spot blue monkeys, colobus monkeys, and varied birdlife on Kilimanjaro
05 Explore Tarangire National Park among ancient baobab trees and huge termite mounds
06 Look for elephants, lions, giraffes, cheetahs, buffaloes, baboons, and more in Tarangire

Climb the slopes of Africa's highest mountain to the first base camp on the Marangu route, then continue your adventure with a wildlife experience in Tarangire National Park. At 5,895 metres, Kilimanjaro is an impressive sight, and its thick, lush rainforest is home to a variety of birdlife and monkey species, including blue monkeys and colobus. Tarangire is known for its mighty baobab trees, immense elephant population, and diverse landscapes and wildlife. Together, these two days offer a rewarding mix of trekking and safari in northern Tanzania.

On a clear day, the views to the east over Taveta and to the 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 Shared

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

Day 01

Kilimanjaro Day Hike to Mandara Hut and Maundi Crater

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

Hikers will leave Moshi early in the morning and drive to 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 top of Kilimanjaro.
At Mandara Hut, you will have lunch and the possibility of taking a short walk to Maundi Crater. On a clear day, the views to the east over Taveta and to the 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.

Day 02

Tarangire National Park Game Drive from Moshi

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 us. This park is renowned for its immense elephant population, picturesque scenery, and diverse birdlife. Tarangire's enticing wildlife includes elephants, lions, giraffes, warthogs, ostriches, impalas, cheetahs, mongooses, buffaloes, and baboons. When our game drive comes to an end, we will proceed back to Arusha.