Best Kilimanjaro Hiking Day Trip Tour with Kilinge Adventures

Experience the awe-inspiring beauty of Mount Kilimanjaro on a day trip with Kilinge Adventures. Hike the Marangu Route, explore the rainforest, and encounter fascinating wildlife.

Duration: 10 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Kilimanjaro National Park - Marangu Gate (1,800m/5,905ft) to Mandara Hut (2,743m/9,000ft) Elevation Gain: 915 meters, 3,000 feet
    Leave bustling, colorful Moshi early for the drive to Marangu Gate, the threshold of magnificent Kilimanjaro. It’s just an hour’s drive, but you’ll be captivated by the countryside
  • coffee and banana plantations, through picturesque Marangu village, with Kilimanjaro rising majestically ahead of you.

We’ll register you at the Marangu Gate (because we don’t want to lose you!) and then your adventure will begin. At first, the ridged trail is narrow as you wander through the rainforest. It’s lush and misty, with the trees adorned with moss. The canopy overhead is alive with birdsong and strange rustlings

  • is that a colobus? Mongoose might scuttle ahead of you. You’ll also meet tired hikers descending from the summit. Give them a high five for effort.

The hike to Mandara Hut is around three hours so stop to rest your legs and have a tasty lunch at the Hut and once you’ve replenished yourself, take the short but challenging walk to the Maundi Crater. On a clear day, the views to the east over Taveta and to the northwest to Mawenzi Peak are stunning. Don’t forget your camera! After basking in the beauty of it, you’ll hike back down to the Marangu Gate where our vehicle will be waiting for you to drive you, tired but happy, back to Moshi. This Kilimanjaro day hike is suitable for most people, even if you’re a little unfit!

What's Included
  • Bottled water
  • Transport to the gate
  • Guide Salary
  • Lunch
What's Not Included
  • Entry Kilimanjaro Park fee
  • Transfer from Arusha
Additional Information

Majestic Mount Kilimanjaro is the awe-inspiring landmark of Tanzania but you don_t need to climb it to experience its full beauty and the captivating terrain that surrounds it. Our Sneak Peek of the Peak Hike is a Kilimanjaro day trip that gives you the opportunity to scramble up the first leg of the famed Marangu Route, through rainforest twittering with birdlife and chattering, curious blue monkeys. Watch out for a colobus or two!

Location
Moshi Urban
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Curiosity60128910981
Jul 12, 2024
Unforgettable Kilimanjaro Trekking Experience with Kilinge Adventures - Thomas was an exceptional guide on our journey to the Shira summit of Mount Kilimanjaro. His extensive knowledge of the terrain and infectious enthusiasm made the climb an unforgettable experience. Thomas ensured that everyone was comfortable and motivated, sharing fascinating stories about the local flora and fauna that enriched our adventure. At one point, when our group was feeling particularly fatigued, he led us in dancing with the kilimanjaro song that revitalized our spirits and brought us closer together. His expertise and genuine care for each climber’s well-being made all the difference, and I couldn't imagine a better guide for this challenging yet rewarding trek.
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Luisa202020
Jun 23, 2024
Kilimanjaro hike with Kilinge Adventures was fantastic! - Hiking Mt. Kilimanjaro with Kilinge Adventures was fantastic! Started from last minute booking, responded to me really quickly! Thomas organized the trip so well! Norka was our guide did excellent job! We made it to Mandara hut 3 hours, 25 minutes to crater, and 2 hours down. Everyone was so happy, we made it home safely! Asante sana! God bless.Kila kitu ni kizuri. Again thank you so much, it was a wonderful day! Cheers.
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Abbeyp87
Jun 8, 2024
Magnificent Shira Plateau Day Hike - We (couple) did the Shira Plateau Day Hike on 22nd of May 2024. Thomas our guide took us up the mountain with a jeep. He picked is up from Moshi. The way up with the jeep alone is Breathtaking, the changes of scenery… At 3600 meters our walk started with AMAZING views through an unique ‘mostly’ flat landscape. We walked for 6 hours and headed back down afterwards with the jeep. Crazy time on Kilimanjaro. Had lunch at beautiful spot, Memories for life. (We didn’t spot Kibo Peak through the cloud cover).
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Alisonrj7399ch
May 21, 2024
Nice Hike in the Kilimanjaor - I had a wonderful hike with Killinge Adventures ! The guide was very professional and gave interesting informations about the mountain as well as good advise. He was helpful and made sure me and the other hiker were safe and having a good time. Thanks again !
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David
Apr 9, 2024
Day trip up Kilimanjaro - Cracking day trip up Kilimanjaro with a great guide Norka. I was encouraged all the way. I happily recommend them as a company.
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Rebekahmq4980us
Feb 17, 2024
Exceptional day trip - I had very little time to explore the beauty of Mount Kilimanjaro, so a friend and I took the 1-day hike offered by Kilinge Adventures and it was perfect. This particular trip brings one up the mountain quite a distance by vehicle, which allows hiking closer to the summit in a single day than would otherwise be possible. The trip was simple to book, well-priced, and exceeded expectations. Thomas provided a hiking guide and a driver who were professional, supportive, and fun. A moderate fitness level is helpful, but booking this particular trip (rather than joining a larger group tour) allowed for flexibility of pace and customization of distance. The views along the hike were, of course, spectacular! I am grateful Kilinge Adventures offered me this opportunity.
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Chaitu1july
Feb 17, 2024
Best one day trekking experience to Mt.Kilimanjaro - When you want to trek Mt.Kilimanjaro but you're short on time, this one day trek to Mandara hut gives you the experience and memories of a trek. This tour from Kilinge is very reasonably priced and Thomas is a very experienced and very friendly guide. Thank you Thomas for taking care of me, giving me the push and making me finish the trek. Highly recommended.
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Gianna_t
Jul 1, 2024
Good value option for Kili day hike - Enjoyed a day hike from Moshi to Kilimanjaro Natl Park with Kilinge while visiting East Africa from the USA. The driver Hans and guide Tyson picked me up on time, were friendly, and spoke English well. I am learning some Swahili, and they helped me with words and phrases. They were on time. Once we got to Kili Natl Park, it was an easy registration, then the hike began. We took the Maringu route to Mandara hut, which took me about 3.5 hrs. The altitude change was a little tough for me with the uphill hike, but Tyson was very encouraging. He carried a box lunch for me, which was tasty and more than I could eat. We continued on to Maundi crater, then turned around and made our way back down, which was another 2.5-3hrs. I saw beautiful monkeys and hyrax along the way. Overall was about 8 hrs with the driving. The price Kilinge charges is competitive and the value was good. I'd just suggest double checking all of the costs up front. In addition to the Viator booking price, the listing mentioned the national park fee, but not how much it was (Kili park website said 70$USD, plus tax, so that is what I planned for), nor a fee for the guide's entry, or another fee for being a solo hiker (which I was able to negotiate out of, but felt very guilty about) that the owner mentioned later when I contacted them the day before the tour asking to verify the park fee cost. They should mention all the costs upfront. Park fee can only be paid by card, also, which would be good to mention. So, just be sure to get clear info on the fees ahead of time. The only other issue was that the driver pulled over on the way back from Kili on a random street corner and fully rolled down my window while talking on the phone, with no explanation for the reason for doing this. I felt a bit unsafe, as I didn't understand what was happening, especially as women stuck their hands in the car at me with goods they were trying to sell --they were also clearly confused by what he was doing. Travel warnings for Moshi area often mention bag and phone snatchings from open windows, so this is not something I would have done if I'd had control of the situation. It felt a bit unprofessional at best. But overall, it was a good experience and I would recommend Kilinge.
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J_l
May 9, 2024
Day hike - Great hike, guide was very good and accommodating. Thanks Please note the National Park fees are not included.
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Christina_n
Feb 21, 2024
Walking up the Kilimanjaro - We had a great day with our guide. The way up wasn’t easy. For us it was 4 hours and then nearly 3 hours back. But with help and good company we did it. Thanks so much for the wonderful day.
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