Kilimanjaro Day Trek: Rainforest Experience to Mandara Hut

6 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: German and 5 more

Summit Vibes in One Day: Perfect for those who don’t have time for a full climb but want to stand on the slopes of the world’s tallest free-standing mountain.

Tropical Rainforest Safari: Hike through the lush, emerald-green montane forest where you are likely to spot Blue monkeys and the rare Black-and-White Colobus monkeys.

The Maundi Crater View: (Hiki ni kivutio kikubwa!) We include a short detour to the Maundi Crater for breathtaking views of the Kibo peak and the plains of Kenya.

Authentic Picnic Lunch: Enjoy a delicious lunch at the Mandara Huts, surrounded by the peaceful atmosphere of the mountain.

Easy Access: The most comfortable and well-maintained path on Kilimanjaro, making it suitable for families and hikers of all fitness levels.

What's Included

Private transportation
Bottled water
Lunch
Tourist guide salary
Alcoholic Beverages
You will need to pay the Kilimanjaro National Park entrance fee by card or cash. The company will assist in processing your payment to secure the official park entry permit.
Gratuity for your guide is optional but appreciated.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Pickup is included for guests staying in Moshi town only.
Guests staying outside Moshi are required to inform us in advance and arrange their own transport to Moshi at their own cost.
Once in Moshi, pickup for the tour will be provided as scheduled.

What to expect

Experience the Magic of Kilimanjaro in One Day
The Rainforest Hike

Start your journey at Marangu Gate, hiking through a lush, emerald rainforest. This is the greenest part of the mountain, filled with ancient trees, exotic flowers, and hidden waterfalls.

Wildlife Spotting
Keep an eye out for the rare Black-and-White Colobus monkeys and Blue monkeys that live in the canopy above. Your guide will point out unique bird species and mountain flora along the trail.

Mandara Huts & Lunch
Reach Mandara Huts (2,700m), the first base camp of Kilimanjaro. Enjoy a relaxing picnic lunch at the iconic wooden huts while soaking in the peaceful mountain atmosphere.

Maundi Crater View
Take a short stroll to the Maundi Crater rim for the ultimate reward: breathtaking, panoramic views of the snow-capped Kibo Peak and the plains of Kenya in the distance.

Easy Descent
Enjoy a gentle walk back down through the forest to the gate, capturing final photos of the landscape before heading back to your hotel.

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Hillborn Organic Coffee

Tags

Hiking Tours
Nature and Wildlife Tours
Climbing
Bird Watching
Involves Animals
Additional fees
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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

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