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Embark on a day hike on Kilimanjaro from Moshi. Choose between the Marangu or Shira Route and enjoy a picnic lunch at Mandara Hut or Shira 1 Camp.

Highlights

• Immerse yourself in the lush montane rainforest of Kilimanjaro
• Enjoy a picnic lunch at Mandara Hut or Shira 1 Camp
• Choose between the Marangu or Shira Route for your hike
• Take in the breathtaking views of the mountain and its surroundings
• Benefit from a convenient transfer from Moshi to the park gate

Description

Begin your adventure with a transfer from Moshi to Marangu Gate, where you'll register and receive a short briefing from your guide. Set off on a well-established trail through Kilimanjaro’s lush montane rainforest, heading toward Mandara Hut. Hike approximately 8 kilometers one way, making a round-trip distance of roughly 16 kilometers. The ascent typically takes 3 to 4 hours, while the descent back to the gate takes 2 to 3 hours, depending on pace and weather conditions. Reach Mandara Hut by midday, where you'll enjoy a picnic lunch and time to rest. After lunch and optional exploration of the crater area, descend along the same route back to the gate, returning to your hotel by late afternoon or early evening. Alternatively, choose the Shira Route day hike, which offers a very different Kilimanjaro experience, beginning at a much higher altitude on the western side of the mountain. After a scenic drive, start at Shira Gate on the Shira Plateau, a broad volcanic caldera formed by an ancient collapse of Kilimanjaro. Continue toward Shira 1 Camp, covering about 5 to 6 kilometers one way, or 10 to 12 kilometers round trip, with a total hiking time of 4 to 6 hours, including breaks. Begin your hike with a drive from Moshi to the park gate. After registration and a short acclimatization period, set off across the plateau, gradually ascending toward Shira 1 Camp. Lunch is usually taken at or near the camp, with time to relax, take photographs, and enjoy the mountain scenery. The return hike follows the same route back to the gate, with arrival at the hotel in the late afternoon or early evening.

Includes

Transfer from Moshi to Marangu Gate or Shira Gate Marangu or Lendorosi Gate entrance Professional Guide Park Fee Guided hike Picnic lunch

Important Information

• The hike involves significant altitude gain, so acclimatization is important. Weather conditions can change rapidly on the mountain. The hike is physically demanding and requires a good level of fitness.

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