About this experience
Majestic Mount Kilimanjaro is the awe-inspiring landmark of Tanzania but you don’t need to climb it to experience its full beauty and the captivating terrain that surrounds it.
This tour is also very unique because it is a Kilimanjaro day trip that gives you the opportunity to scramble up the first leg of the famed Marangu Route, through rainforest twittering with birdlife and chattering, curious blue monkeys. Watch out for a colobus or two!
At a glance
- Duration: 9 hr
- Private experience
Plan your experience
Set aside 9 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
What is included
- Bottled water
- English speaking Guide
- Kilimanjaro Park fees
- Private transport to/from Marangu Gate
- Lunch
Not included
- Items of a personal nature
- Tips
- Entry visa for Tanzania
- Travel insurance (Please remember to bring your travel insurance on your trip to Tanzania)
Itinerary and highlights
From Marangu Gate (1,800m/5,905ft) to Mandara Hut (2,743m/9,000ft) Elevation Gain: 915 meters, 3,000 feet.
Leave bustling, colorful Moshi early for the drive to Marangu Gate, the threshold of magnificent Kilimanjaro. It’s just an hour’s drive, but you’ll be captivated by the countryside – coffee and banana plantations, through picturesque Marangu village, with Kilimanjaro rising majestically ahead of you.
We’ll register you at the Marangu Gate and then your adventure will begin. At first, the ridged trail is narrow as you wander through the rainforest. It’s lush and misty, with the trees adorned with moss. You’ll also meet tired hikers descending from the summit. Give them a high five for effort.
Don’t forget your camera! After basking in the beauty of it, you’ll hike back down to the Marangu Gate where our vehicle will be waiting for you to drive you, tired but happy, back to Moshi. This Kilimanjaro day hike is suitable for most people, even if you’re a little unfit!
Meeting and pickup information
- Meet near Coffee Union (Union Cafe), opposite Nelson Mandela Bank on Selous Street in central Moshi. Look for our guide wearing a brown shirt and holding a sign with your name. The spot is easy to find and right in the town center.
- Complimentary pickup and drop-off are available from hotels, lodges, and Airbnb accommodations in Moshi Town. Please provide your accommodation details when booking. Your guide will contact you one day before the tour to confirm the pickup time. If you are staying outside Moshi, additional transport charges may apply.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Oserok Trips
Accessibility and practical details
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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