Moshi:Mount Kilimanjaro Day Hike with Mandara Hut Trek
ID: GYG937056-1461885
Category:
Country: Tanzania
Duration:
12:00 hours
Description
Embark on a day hike to Mandara Hut on Mount Kilimanjaro. Trek through the rainforest, see black-and-white colobuses, and enjoy a picnic lunch.
Embark on a one-day hike up Mount Kilimanjaro via the Marangu route. Delve into pristine tropical wilderness and see breathtaking landscapes around. Reach the lower camps of Kilimanjaro and see the black-and-white colobuses living in the branches of tropical trees growing along the trail.
Transfer from Moshi to Marangu and enter the park. Hike through the rainforest for an estimated 3-5 hours until you reach Mandara Hut. Enjoy a picnic lunch either en route or at Mandara Hut, depending on your walking pace.
Take a side trip to Maundi Crater to see the surroundings, time and weather permitting. Descend through the forest trail back to the park gates, where your driver will be waiting to transfer you back to Moshi.
Highlights
- Experience the thrill of trekking to Mandara Hut on Mount Kilimanjaro
- Enjoy a picnic lunch in the rainforest or at Mandara Hut, depending on pace
- Take a side trip to Maundi Crater to see the surrounding landscape
- See black-and-white colobuses living in the branches of tropical trees
- Hike through the rainforest and see the first camps of the Kilimanjaro trek
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Wear comfortable hiking shoes and weather-appropriate clothing
Bring water and snacks for the hike
Sunscreen and a hat are recommended to protect against the sun
A camera is recommended for capturing the scenic views
Be prepared for a medium fitness level hike
Children under 9 years or those with heart problems are advised against participating
INCLUDED
- Transfer from Moshi to Marangu and back
- Park entry fees
- Guided hike to Mandara Hut and back
- Picnic lunch
- Bottled water
NOT INCLUDED
- Accommodation
- Tips for the guide
- Personal expenses
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
