Tanzania · Trekking

2-Day Kilimanjaro Hike and Tarangire Safari from Arusha

2 Days Round trip from Arusha Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Trek through pristine tropical wilderness on the Marangu route of Kilimanjaro
02 Hike to Mandara Hut and visit the beautiful Maundi Crater
03 Spot black-and-white colobus monkeys along the Kilimanjaro trail
04 Enjoy a full-day game drive in Tarangire National Park
05 See large herds of African elephants, baobab trees, and diverse wildlife

This 2-day tour combines a scenic Kilimanjaro hike from Marangu Gate with a wildlife safari in Tarangire National Park. Trek through pristine tropical wilderness to Mandara Hut, with the chance to spot black-and-white colobus monkeys and admire breathtaking landscapes along the trail. On the second day, enjoy a full-day game drive in Tarangire, a park famous for its large herds of African elephants, baobab trees, and diverse wildlife. It is a compact adventure that blends mountain scenery with a classic Tanzanian safari experience.

This 2-day tour combines a scenic Kilimanjaro hike from Marangu Gate with a wildlife safari in Tarangire National Park.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 2 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Arusha, Moshi, Mount Kilimanjaro, Tarangire National Park, Marangu

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Kilimanjaro Hike from Marangu Gate to Mandara Hut

Our guide will pick you up from your hotel in Arusha at 6:30 am after a quick briefing. You will then be transferred to Kilimanjaro National Park's eastern entrance, Marangu Gate (1,860 m/6,046 ft.). After the formalities of registering the climbing permits and signing in with the rescue service, the group will begin trekking up to Mandara Hut (2,700 m/8,858 ft.). The trekking route passes through the rainforest, where tropical showers are highly probable, so we recommend bringing a raincoat.

When you reach the camp, you will be provided with lunch boxes.

After lunch, you can hike to the beautiful Maundi Crater nearby. This walk takes about 30 minutes, after which you will begin your descent to the park exit at Marangu Gate. Our driver will pick you up there and drive you back to your hotel in Arusha.

Estimated driving distance: 2.5 hrs.

Activity: Hiking

Meals: Lunch

Day 02

Tarangire National Park Full-Day Game Drive

In the morning, after breakfast at your Arusha hotel, your driver-guide will pick you up at 7:30 am. You will drive to Tarangire National Park with picnic lunch boxes for a full-day game drive. During the safari, you may see herds of elephants, leopards, zebras, lions, antelopes, oryxes, and many more animals.

We will also explore the Tarangire River, which provides refuge for the wild animals in the park. Later in the day, we will drive back to Arusha and drop you off at your hotel, marking the end of this trip.

Estimated driving distance: 2.5 hrs.

Activity: Game Drive

Meals: Lunch

Where this trip takes you

Marangu Gate rainforest, Mandara Hut, Maundi Crater, Tarangire National Park

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Arusha 5 cities · 2 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

A professional English-speaking driver and mountain guide
Pick-up and drop-off in Arusha
Game drive safari in a 4x4 Land Cruiser
Transfer to the trailhead at the entry gate to Kilimanjaro National Park
Pick-up at the exit from Kilimanjaro National Park and transfer to the hotel
Entry fees: all park fees collected by Kilimanjaro National Park, including conservation fees, camping fees, crew fees, vehicle fees, rescue fees, and all other fees collected by the Tanzania National Parks Authority
Meals: picnic lunch on days 1 and 2 of the trip, plus water on the hike and during the safari

What's Not Included

International flights
Airport transfers (unless mentioned otherwise)
Accommodation in Arusha (can be booked at an additional price)
Tips
Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
Any activities not mentioned in the itinerary

What to bring

Hiking boots (or running shoes with a good grip)
Sportswear, with long tights preferable for ladies, pants, a raincoat, a backpack, and snacks
Sweater/jacket
Towel
Toiletries
Camera
Sunscreen
Sunglasses
Wipes
Anti-allergy medication (for those who have any allergy)
Official travel documents
Long and short pants, at least two pairs of each

Know before you go

Our tours are customized and flexible, meaning we can tailor them based on clients' preferences and travel plans. A Tanzanian visa can be applied for online or upon arrival at the airport. All you need is a valid passport that does not expire within six months from the date of arrival, at least three blank visa pages, and proof of COVID vaccination or a negative COVID test for those who are not vaccinated. A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required for travellers aged one year or over arriving from countries with a risk of yellow fever transmission, and for travellers who have transited for more than 12 hours through an airport in a country with a risk of yellow fever transmission.
A 25% deposit is required after confirming this trip, while the remaining balance will be due 60 days before your departure date. For last-minute bookings, payment arrangements will be communicated to you at the time of booking.

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