Mount Kilimanjaro Day Hike

Experience the thrill of Kilimanjaro with a day hike through the Marangu route to Mandara Hut. Perfect for families and those with limited time, this adventure offers a taste of the trekking expedition. Book now!

Duration: 10 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Kilimanjaro National Park - Our guides will arrive at the hotel in the morning to meet you and hold a quick briefing, after which you will be transferred to Kilimanjaro National Park’s eastern entrance: Marangu Gate (1,860 m/6,046 f)). After the quick formality of registering the climbing permits and registering with the rescue service, the group…
What's Included
  • Private transportation
  • Lunch
  • Snacks
  • Bottled water
  • Carbonated beverages
  • Other
What's Not Included
  • Visa
  • Tips
  • International Flights
Additional Information

If you are not quite sure whether you are ready for a full Kilimanjaro adventure, you might want to take one of our shorter Kilimanjaro trips via Marangu route. Only one day on the mountain will be enough to give you a full picture of what it takes to be part of a Kilimanjaro trekking expedition.
This adventure is perfect if you travel with children who…

Location
Kilimanjaro National Park
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Jet43210400033
Jun 6, 2025
Perfecto! - A rewarding Kilimanjaro day hike via Marangu offers lush rainforest views, playful colobus monkeys, and misty trails. Though we didn’t summit, the journey to Mandara Hut was scenic and invigorating—perfect for a taste of Kilimanjaro’s beauty.
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Joannete7305uh
Jun 6, 2025
Incredible hiking experience. - We did a fantastic Kilimanjaro day hike via the Marangu Route, guided by the excellent Johnson. We started at Marangu Gate (1,870m) and hiked through lush rainforest to Mandara Hut (2,700m), enjoying rich scenery, wildlife, and Johnson’s insightful commentary along the way. His professionalism and deep knowledge of the mountain made the experience both safe and enjoyable. Though just a day hike, it offered a rewarding glimpse of Kilimanjaro’s beauty. Highly recommended for those with limited time who still want to experience the mountain’s magic.
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Colej246
May 31, 2025
Steps Through the Mist: A Day on Kilimanjaro - Had an amazing Kilimanjaro day hike via the Marangu Route with Kanje Grand Tours! The journey from Arusha was smooth and well-organized. Our guide (William) was knowledgeable, friendly, and supportive throughout the hike. The scenery was breathtaking, especially the rainforest section. Though it was just a day trip, we got a real taste of Kilimanjaro’s magic. Highly recommend Kanje Grand Tours for anyone looking for a professional, enjoyable, and safe mountain experience!
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P_uv2025
May 17, 2025
Highly recommended - I recently did a one-day hike on Mount Kilimanjaro via the Marangu Route with Kanje Grand Tours, and it was an unforgettable experience. From start to finish, everything was well-organized, professional, and enjoyable. Our guide Hamza was exceptional—knowledgeable, friendly, and incredibly supportive throughout the hike. He shared interesting facts about the mountain, local plants, and the history of the route, making the journey even more meaningful. His experience really showed, and he made sure we were safe, motivated, and enjoying ourselves every step of the way. The hike itself took us through lush rainforest up to Mandara Hut, where we had a chance to rest, take in the views, and even explore the Maundi Crater. The scenery was breathtaking, and the pace was well-suited for a day trek. Kanje Grand Tours handled all the logistics smoothly, from permits to transportation and lunch. The team was punctual, courteous, and clearly passionate about providing a great experience on the mountain. If you're short on time but still want a taste of Kilimanjaro, I highly recommend this day hike with Kanje Grand Tours. Ask for Hamza—he’ll make your adventure memorable!
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Fearless14985765021
Apr 8, 2025
Gorgeous, very accommodating. Highly recommend - I organized this last minute and they were so accommodating. My guide Wille was excellent. He set a pace at my level and also speed to ensure I made the climb within the time frame. He was supportive and encouraging and knew how to motivate me to make sure I achieved the goal of getting to the crater. He pointed out wildlife and birds and really added to the quality of the whole experience. He was also kind to take photos. The walk itself was beautiful and challenging. They also accommodated my friend who was injured. He did a shorter hike to a close waterfall. This hike was truly the highlight of my trip to Tanzania. Thank you, Kanje Grand Tours.
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Zakhiry
Apr 8, 2025
Wow! Amazing experience!! - It was a wonderful hike on the Marangu forests - Moorlands with views of the top of Mt Kilimanjaro for the whole hike. The guide was very experienced and helpful. He pointed animals, like monkeys and birds along the way. The box lunch was good and I had good communication with the company the whole time.
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R7012pbamyw
Feb 24, 2025
Challenging hike, but very rewarding - My husband and I did this hike and it was very challenging. It was raining and I didn’t think I could make it, but Abdi our guide took my hand and provided encouragement. With his help I made it to the top. I 100% recommend Abdi as a guide. He was patient and very kind.
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Stefanosp965
Jan 2, 2025
Nice hike in the thick rainforest of Mt. Kilimanjaro - We really enjoyed the rainforest. We saw very few animals but we noticed monkeys and birds. The path is easy to moderate so we had no problem. Our guide was knowledgeable and he happily answered all our questions.
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Pedrobm3659gx
Oct 3, 2024
What can I just say. It was incredible in all areas - Staff was really nice and helpful, starting from chatting with manager before arriving until the trip with driver. Driver told us a lot of interesting things about history f the mountain, flora and fauna of the region and nature of Tanzania. It was day full of surprises, exciting views and good company. Lunch was good quality and very delicious.
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W7740beaurorac
Sep 24, 2024
One great adventure - My wife and I would like to thank you for the great Kilimanjaro experience we had in Tanzania. From the very start your communication by e-mail and telephone were easy and great.
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From $265
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).