Kenya, Tanzania · Trekking

1-Day Mount Kilimanjaro Hike to Mandara Hut and Maundi Crater

1 Day Round trip from Arusha Hard pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Trek through lush rainforest with chances to spot monkeys and exotic birds
02 Enjoy a well-earned lunch break at Mandara Hut
03 Take in breathtaking views of Mount Kilimanjaro, Northern Tanzania, and Kenya from Maundi Crater
04 Learn about the park and its wildlife from your expert guide
05 Finish the day with a leisurely walk back to Marangu Gate

Embark on a one-day hiking adventure on Mount Kilimanjaro from Arusha or Moshi. Trek through the lush rainforest with chances to spot monkeys and exotic birds, then rest at Mandara Hut for lunch. Continue to Maundi Crater for breathtaking views of Mount Kilimanjaro, Northern Tanzania, and Kenya, while learning more about the park and its wildlife from your expert guide.

Following lunch, your guide will take you to Maundi Crater, from where you can enjoy views of Mount Kilimanjaro, Northern Tanzania, and Kenya.

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 No

Cities Arusha, Moshi, Mount Kilimanjaro, Marangu

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Arusha or Moshi to Marangu Gate, Mandara Hut and Maundi Crater

You'll be picked up from your hotel and driven to the national park to meet your guide. At Marangu Gate, your guide will give you a brief introduction before you enter the park. You'll spend the rest of the morning trekking through the rainforest, with ample opportunity to see monkeys and exotic birds.
After 3 or 4 hours of trekking, you'll reach Mandara Hut for a well-earned rest and lunch. Take the time to learn more about the park and its wildlife from your guide as you enjoy sandwiches, fruit, groundnuts, and juice.
Following lunch, your guide will take you to Maundi Crater, from where you can enjoy views of Mount Kilimanjaro, Northern Tanzania, and Kenya. From there, you'll take a leisurely 2-hour walk back down to Marangu Gate, where your transport will be waiting to return you to your hotel.