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6 Hours Kilimanjaro Day Hike to Mandara Hut and Maundi Crater

About this experience

- Only a chance to Experience Kilimanjaro in one day
- Learn about the flora and fauna of Kilimanjaro National Park

Mount Kilimanjaro is Tanzania's awe-inspiring icon, but you don't have to climb it to appreciate its full splendour and the enthralling countryside surrounding it. Our Kilimanjaro day excursion Sneak Peek of the Peak Hike allows you to struggle up the first section of the legendary Marangu Route through a rainforest teeming with wildlife and chattering, you will have a lunch at Mandara hut, then one can decide to visit Maundi crater, take some photos and then descend by using the same route , time wise one will use 3 hours up and 2 hours down. on the tour please bring good hiking shoes, rain jacket and the small day pack to carry the lunchbox and drinking water

At a glance

  • Duration: 6 hr–7 hr
  • Private experience

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6 Hours Kilimanjaro Day Hike to Mandara Hut and Maundi Crater
Pickup included

Plan your experience

Time on the tour6 hr–7 hr
Getting therePickup offeredSee pickup details
Guide languagesEnglish (live guide)
Tour arrangementPrivate experience

Set aside 6 hr–7 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

  • Drinking water
  • Private transportation
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Professional English Speaking guide
  • Packed lunchbox

Not included

  • Souvenir
  • Tip for the guide we recommend 10 to 15 USD per day per group
  • Insurance fee

Itinerary and highlights

You will be picked up in the morning at your hotel in Moshi and taken to the Kilimanjaro National Park Gate (Marangu Gate, 1860m). The drive will take approximately 1 hour., your trek can begin and you will soon be hiking through the dense Kilimanjaro rainforest. Alongside the impressive vegetation, you will have the chance to catch a glimpse of black and white colobus monkeys, blue monkeys and various bird species. Our English-speaking guide will inform you about Kilimanjaro and will explain the different species of plants and animals you will see. After a 3-4 hour hike, you will reach Mandara Hut (2700m), where you will have a well-earned rest and lunch. Your guide will then take you on a short hike (15 minutes walking distance) to the Maundi Crater, where you can enjoy wonderful views of Mount Kilimanjaro, Northern Tanzania and Kenya. Once you have thoroughly enjoyed the views, you will return to the Marangu Gate (2-3 hours walking distance) and drive back top your hotel in Moshi

Meeting and pickup information

  • Find our guide at the reception of the hotel

Languages and tickets

  • English — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Kisambi Tours

Accessibility and practical details

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Tour duration is travel time included

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?
The supplier lists a duration of 6 hr–7 hr.
What are the pickup arrangements?
Find our guide at the reception of the hotel
Which guide languages are listed?
English (live guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What ticket age bands are listed?
Adult tickets: age 16+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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