Marangu Kilimanjaro Day Hike

Overview of the tour in Kilimanjaro

The day will begin with a drive from Moshi town to Marangu gate, upon reaching the gate you will have to complete the national park formalities you will then starts your hike from Marangu gate to Mandara hut which will take you 3 to 4hrs hike a distance of 8 kilometers reaching the hut, walking through the rainforest where you can enjoy the view of Maundi crater and seeing the eucalyptus trees, birds and the colobus monkeys.

The canopy overhead is alive with birdsong and strange rustlings – is that a colobus and the Mongoose might scuttle ahead of you? You’ll also meet tired hikers descending from the summit. Give them a high five for effort.

You will have lunch at Mandara hut and after replenishing yourself you will walk to the Maundi Crater which is a bit challenging hike enjoying the stunning Mawenzi view on the northwest while on the east is an awe view of Taveta. After this short joyful adventure, you will trek down to Marangu gate and then be picked up and drive back to Moshi town.

Time & Distance: 3 to 4hrs a hiking of 8km distance
Elevation: 1860m/6100ft to 2700m/8875ft

Our Guides

Elly Kimaro

On arrival

The meeting point will be from Moshi, and drove from this to Marangu Gate and then hike to Mandara Hut

Free Cancellation

Free Cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts. Late cancellation or your non-arrival is not refundable.