2 Day Mount Kilimanjaro Hikes

2 days • Cancellable until 45 days beforePickup availableInstant confirmationPrivate tourMin age 12+Guided • Operated by Alaitol Safaris
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Why we love it?

This two-day Kilimanjaro trekking experience via the Marangu route offers a condensed introduction to the mountain’s lower camps and surrounding wilderness, making it suitable for travelers with limited time or families with children. Starting from Arusha, the itinerary includes a hike from Marangu Gate to Mandar Hut and then to Horombo Hut Camp, showcasing the trail’s tropical forest habitat where black-and-white colobus monkeys are often seen. The journey combines scenic landscapes with local wildlife encounters, providing insight into what a full Kilimanjaro expedition entails without the extended commitment. Included are park fees, meals during the trek, transfers to and from Kilimanjaro National Park, GPS tracking, and medical support, allowing travelers to focus on the experience while logistical details are managed.

Inclusions

  • Pick-up in Arusha.
  • Transfer to the trailhead - entry gate to Kilimanjaro National Park;
  • Pick-up at the exit from Kilimanjaro National Park and transfer to the hotel.
  • All park fees collected by the Kilimanjaro National Park ( conservation fees, camping fees, crew fees, vehicle fee, rescue fee and all other fees collected by the Tanzania National Parks Authority).
  • Picnic lunch, dinner and breakfast on the 2-day trip
  • Drinks on the hike.
  • GPS-tracking service;
  • Complete medical kits;
  • 4-inch (10-cm) thick and comfortable sleeping mats (on 2-day trip);
  • Oxygen cylinders and oximeters (on 2-day trip);
  • Professional guides, licensed by Kilimanjaro National Park. All our guides are the holder of Wilderness First Responder or Wilderness First Aid certifications. All our guides have 7+years of successful mountaineering experience;
  • Dedicated support crew on 2-day trip (assistant guides, porters, cooks, etc.).

Exclusions

  • Costs of getting to Arusha
  • Accommodation and meals before and after the hike;
  • Personal gear rentals;
  • Tips for the guides and the crew (30-80 USD per person);
  • Insurance

Itinerary

Day 1

Day 1: Arusha/Airport To Marangu Gate - Mandar Hut

  • Our guides will arrive at the hotel in the morning to meet you at 07:00hrs 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 will start trekking up to Mandara Hut (2,700 m/8,858 ft ). When you reach the hut, you will be provided with lunch.

    After lunch you can take a hike to the beautiful Maundi Crater nearby.

    Overnight stay at Mandara Hut.

    Meals: Lunch and Dinner.

    Elevation:  1,860 m to 2,700 m & 2,700 m to 1,860 m

    Hiking time: 7-8 hours

    Distance: 16 km

    Difficulty: Medium

    Habitat: Rainforest, moorland

Day 2

  • After Breakfast, followed by a hike towards Horombo Hut Camp after which you will start your  descent down to the exit of the park - Marangu gate. Our driver  will pick you up and drive you to your hotel in  Arusha/Airport.

    Meals: Breakfast and Lunch 

Cancellation Policy

Fully refundable until 45 days before start

Non-refundable after 45 days before start

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