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Kilimanjaro: Short Treks
If you are not interested in summiting Kilimanjaro but would like to experience the mountain, a shorter trek may interest you. NOTE: It is against national park regulations to summit on one of these treks.
1 DAY TRIP
MARANGU GATE TO MANDARA HUT AND BACK TO MOSHI
Marangu Gate (6000 ft) – Mandara Hut (9,000 ft)
Ascent hiking time: 3 - 4 hours
Habitat: Montane forest
After breakfast and briefing, drive to the Marangu Gate (about 45 minutes). After registration at the park gate, begin hiking through rainforest from the park gate (6000 ft) to Mandara Hut (9000 ft). This takes about 3 to 4 hours. There is a stop half way for lunch. Reach Mandara Hut early in the afternoon. After a short tour at the hut, start descending to Marangu gate. You will reach the gate later in the afternoon. A side trip to Maundi Crater (about 15 minutes away) is a good way to see the surrounding area as well as the views of Kenya and Northern Tanzania. Return to Moshi in the late afternoon and overnight. (BL)
PRICING
- Price/Person: $260 for 1-5 people, $230 for 6-11 people, $215 for groups of 12 or more
- Single Supplement: $60
- Discounts: Low season discounts do not apply. Children 12 and under pay 70% of adult price.
- Included: 2 nights accommodation B&B at Moshi hotel, transfer to and from the trailhead, English-speaking guide, porters, all national park fees, lunch box, bottle of water or juice for your day trip.
- Not included: Tips for your guides and porters, lunches/dinners/drinks at the Moshi hotel, and any personal gear and expenses.
2 DAY TRek
MARANGU GATE TO MANDARA HUT
Marangu Gate (6000 ft) – Mandara Hut (9,000 ft)
Ascent hiking time: 3 - 4 hours
Habitat: Montane forest
Day 1: After breakfast and briefing, drive to Marangu Gate (about 45 minutes). After registration at the park gate, begin hiking through rainforest from the park gate (6000 ft) to Mandara Hut (9000 ft). This will take about 3 - 4 hours. There is a stop top half way for lunch. Reach Mandara Huts early afternoon. After a short tour at Mandara, you will have an evening meal and stay overnight at the hut. (BLD)
Day 2: Return to Marangu Gate, with a side trip to Maundi Crater (about 15 minutes away) for an opportunity to see the surrounding area as well as views of Kenya and Northern Tanzania. Return to Moshi in the afternoonand overnight. (BL)
PRICING
- Price/Person: $450 for 1-5 people, $420 for 6-11 people, $400 for groups of 12 or more
- Single Supplement: $60
- Discounts: Low season discounts do not apply. Children 12 and under pay 70% of adult price.
- Included: 2 nights accommodation B&B at Moshi hotel, transfer to and from the trailhead, English-speaking guide, porters, all meals on the trek, all lodging (huts) on the trek, and all national park fees.
- Not included: Tips for your guides and porters, lunches/dinners/drinks at the Moshi hotel, and any personal gear and expenses.
3 DAY Trek
MARANGU GATE – MANDARA HUT - HOROMBO HUT
Marangu Gate (6000 ft) – Mandara Hut (9,000 ft)
Hiking time: 4 hours
Habitat: Montane forest
Day 1: After breakfast and briefing, drive to Marangu Gate (about 45 minutes). After registration at the park gate, begin hiking through rainforest from the park gate (6000 ft) to Mandara Hut (9000 ft). This will take about 3 to 4 hours. There is a stop top half way for lunch. Reach Mandara Huts early afternoon. After a short tour at Mandara, you will have an evening meal and stay overnight at the hut. (BLD)
Mandara Hut (9,000 ft) – Horombo Huts (12,000 ft)
Hiking time: 6 hours
Habitat: Heathland
Day 2: After breakfast and packing, leave camp and hike to Horombo Huts (12,000 ft). This section should take around 5 to 6 hrs. You will travel through lower heathland with small shrubs being the main vegetation. There is a stop half way for lunch. Views of Mawenzi are amazing. The summit of Kibo can be seen from Horombo Huts. Arrive Horombo Huts mid to late afternoon. Bathrooms are available with cold running water at Horombo Huts. Dinner and overnight at hut. (BLD)
Descending from Horombo to the Marangu Gate
Day 3: After breakfast, pack up gear and descend to Mandara Huts for lunch. Continue on to the park gate and return to Moshi late in the afternoon and overnight. (BL)
PRICING
- Price/Person: $635 for 1-5 people, $605 for 6-11 people, $585 for groups of 12 or more
- Single Supplement: $60
- Discounts: Low season discounts do not apply. Children 12 and under pay 70% of adult price.
- Included: 2 nights accommodation B&B at Moshi hotel, transfer to and from the trailhead, English-speaking guide, porters, all meals on the trek, all lodging (huts) on the trek, and all national park fees.
- Not included: Tips for your guides and porters, lunches/dinners/drinks at the Moshi hotel, and any personal gear and expenses.
4 DAY TREK
MARANGU GATE – MANDARA HUT - HOROMBO
Marangu Gate (6000 ft) – Mandara Hut (9,000 ft)
Hiking time: 4 hours
Habitat: Montane forest
Day 1: After breakfast and briefing, drive to Marangu Gate (about 45 minutes). After registration at the park gate, begin hiking through rainforest from the park gate (6000 ft) to Mandara Hut (9000 ft). This will take about 3 to 4 hours. There is a stop top half way for lunch. Reach Mandara Huts early afternoon. After a short tour at Mandara, you will have an evening meal and stay overnight at the hut. (BLD)
Mandara Hut (9,000 ft) – Horombo Huts (12,000 ft)
Hiking time: 6 hours
Habitat: Heathland
Day 2: After breakfast and packing, leave camp and hike to Horombo Huts (12,000 ft). This section should take around 5 to 6 hrs. You will travel through lower heathland with small shrubs being the main vegetation. There is a stop half way for lunch. Views of Mawenzi are amazing. The summit of Kibo can be seen from Horombo Huts. Arrive Horombo Huts mid to late afternoon. Bathrooms are available with running water at Horombo Huts. Dinner and overnight at the hut. (BLD)
Extra Day for Acclimatization and Hiking
Day 3: You have an extra day at Horombo Hut. There will be a hike up to Mawenzi base camp (optional) and return to Horombo Hut. This day is an opportunity to see Kilimanjaro and the surrounding area. Overnight at Horombo Huts. (BLD)
Descending from Horombo to the Marangu Gate
Day 4: After breakfast, pack up gear and descend to Mandara Huts for lunch. Continue on to the park gate and return to Moshi late in the afternoon and overnight. (BL)
PRICING
- Price/Person: $820 for 1-5 people, $790 for 6-11 people, $770 for groups of 12 or more
- Single Supplement: $60
- Discounts: Low season discounts do not apply. Children 12 and under pay 70% of adult price.
- Included: 2 nights accommodation B&B at Moshi hotel, transfer to and from the trailhead, English-speaking guide, porters, all meals on the trek, all lodging (huts) on the trek, and all national park fees.
- Not included: Tips for your guides and porters, lunches/dinners/drinks at the Moshi hotel, and any personal gear and expenses.