Marangu 1 Day Hike Tour

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Duration

1 Day

Max People

100+

Min Age

5 Year

Pickup

Airport

Overview

Kilimanjaro Marangu day hike involves going up to the first camp Mandara hut (2720m) and come back via the same route on the same day. There is a drive about 45km from Moshi town which will take 1 hour.

Day By Day Itinerary

Marangu Gate (6000 ft) – Mandara Hut (9,000 ft),
Hiking/Ascent time: 3 – 4 hours
Habitat: Montane forest
Leave Moshi town about 08:30am and drive to about 45 minutes to Marangu Gate on the eastern side of Kilimanjaro. Do the necessary paperwork at the park gate such as registrations. Begin hiking at about 9:30 am. Hike through rainforest from the park gate (6000 ft) to Mandara Hut (9000 ft), taking about 3 – 4 hours. Stop half way for lunch. Reach Mandara Huts at about 01.30 pm. After short tour at the hut and start coming down to Marangu gate and you may reach at the gate around 04:45 pm. A side trip to Maundi Crater (about 15 minutes away) is a good way to see the surroundings as well as views of Kenya and Northern Tanzania.
Return Moshi and will arrive in the late evening around 06:45 pm.

Included/Excluded

Private transport
Professional English speaking Guide
Entry fees
Lunch box
Government tax
24-Hour support from our office

Internal or International flights
Transfers to and from the airport
Entry visa to Tanzania
Travel and health insurance
Gratuities to your guide, hotel staff, and porters
Excursions not described in the itinerary
Any other items of a personal nature, laundry, telephone and postage
Item of personal Nature

Tour Plan

Day 01 Arrival, Activities and Departure

This morning drive to Arusha National Park for game viewing. During your safari, you'll have the chance to encounter a variety of wildlife, including giraffes, zebras, buffalos, and even the elusive colobus monkeys swinging through the trees. The park is also home to numerous bird species, making it a paradise for birdwatchers. You will have a picnic lunch in the afternoon and proceed with the Safari.

One of the highlights of the Arusha National Park Safari is the opportunity to embark on a walking safari, guided by experienced rangers. This up-close and personal encounter with nature allows you to immerse yourself in the sights, sounds, and scents of the African wilderness.

Despite its smaller size compared to other national parks, Arusha National Park boasts an incredible diversity of landscapes and wildlife. From lush rainforests to open savannahs, and the majestic Mount Meru towering above, the park provides a unique setting for a captivating safari.

After the Safari, Our driver will then drive you from the park to the airport ready for your departure back home.