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Activity Arusha, Tanzania

Day Hike to Mount Kilimanjaro, Chagga Culture & local Experience

5.0 (6 reviews) 10 hours Free cancellation Private tour
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Day Hike to Mount Kilimanjaro, Chagga Culture & local Experience

About this activity

On this day trip, you will hike on the Marangu Route up to Mandara Hut. This trek is NOT to the summit. All short treks are offered on a private basis, and you can start on any day of the year. The short treks are geared for people who like to hike. The excitement of hiking on the highest peak on the African continent. All trekking inside of the Tanzania National Park requires the services of a certified Kilimanjaro guide, and the Marangu route is the only route where short treks are allowed.

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At a glance

Duration
10 hours
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Your group only
People per booking
1–15
Guide
English, French, Spanish
Operated by
Telly Africa Safaris

Ages: Children (5–15 years) · Adults (16–60 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Private transportation
  • Included: Bottled water
  • Included: Professional guide
  • Included: Lunch
  • Included: All Fees and Taxes
  • Included: Entry/Admission- Mount Kilimanjaro
  • Included: Hiking poles

Not included

  • Not included: Gratitude for the Guide
  • Not included: Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees and other personal items)
  • Not included: International flights (from/to the client's home country)
  • Not included: Tips and gratuities for Mountain Guide, porters and Cook

Itinerary

  1. Marangu

    6 hours

    On this day trip, you will hike on the Marangu Route up to Mandara Hut. This trek is NOT to the summit. All short treks are offered on a private basis, and you can start on any day of the year. The short treks are geared for people who like to hike. The excitement of hiking on the highest peak on the African continent. All trekking inside of the Tanzania National Park requires the services of a certified Kilimanjaro guide, and the Marangu route is the only route where short treks are allowed.

  2. Chagga Museum

    2 hours Admission included

    After breakfast at your hotel, you will meet your guide, drive to the Kilimanjaro National Park Gate (about 1 hour/ 2 Hours), register, and commence the climb. Walkthrough the rainforest to the Mandara encampment. A side trip to Maundi Crater is a good way to see the surroundings including Northern Tanzania and Kenya. In the rain-forest, look for towering Eucalyptus trees, birdlife, and Colobus monkeys.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

  • Kokas Bed & Breakfast
  • Maa Hotel TZ
  • Hecasa Homestay
  • Sefa Prime Apartments
  • Hecasa Homestay
  • Fun Retreat Resort, Hotel And Ayurveda Spa
  • Dual Mountain View Lodge
  • Kijani Arusha Airport Lodge
  • Nyota Safari Lodge Moshi
  • Mount Meru Hotel
  • Kilimanjaro Pazuri Villas
  • Crest Safari Lodge

and 341 more pickup points

We do pick ups to our clients from their hotels located in Moshi or Arusha and drive them to Marangu Gate, where their hiking journey will begin.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel You get back
At least one day before 100%
Less than a day before 0%

Good to know

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Traveller ratings

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Day Hike to Mount Kilimanjaro, Chagga Culture & local Experience

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