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1-Day Base of Kilimanjaro

Accra, Tanzania

1-Day Base of Kilimanjaro

5.0 / 5 · 56 reviews Offered by Kwesa Tours 1-Day

Overview

We transfer you from Moshi or Anywhere to to the village of Marangu. The hike starts at the Marangu Gate after signing in at the Park Office. The walk takes you through the rainforest to the Mandara Hut. A side trip to Maundi Crater is a good way to see the surroundings including Northern Tanzania and Kenya. In the rainforest, look for towering Eucalyptus trees, bird life, and Colobus monkeys. After lunch, hike back to park gate and drive back to Moshi or at your Hotel, we must ensure you enjoy.

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Quick Facts

Tour details

Duration

1-Day

Route

Moshi to Moshi

Country & park

Tanzania

Style

Safari

Group size

1-8 travelers

Starts

Any day if available

Minimum age

5 years

Activities

Getting around: pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle, bus & normal 4x4 vehicle

Pickup

Airport transfer included

Booking

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Currency

USD

1-Day Base of Kilimanjaro
Accra visual context for this itinerary.

Rates

Rates Per Person

USD

Start datesSingle2+ people
Jan 1, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026 $253 USD $242 USD

Before booking

Important To Know

Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
This tour is not available to groups larger than 2 people.
This tour is offered in US dollars (USD).
This tour accepts children who are 5 years and older. Children under 17 receive a discount.

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Route

Tour route map
country Tanzania
Start Moshi (Day 1)
End Moshi (Day 1)

Tour Features

Day tour

This does not include accommodation.

Private tour

This tour will be organized exclusively for you and won't be shared with others.

Can start any day

If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.

Can be customized

You can request changes to this tour.

Suitable for solo travelers

Solo travelers can book this private tour.

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Minimum age of 5 years

The minimum age for this tour is 5 years.

Activities & Transportation

Getting around: pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle, bus & normal 4x4 vehicle
Book your own international flights when using this operator
A transfer from and back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost

Day By Day

Tour step

Arrival

A transfer from the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.

Day 1

Day 1

Day 1

0800 Hours: You will be picked from your hotel and drive to Marangu where the gate for Mt. Kilimanjaro National park is (1970 meters) 0900 Hours: At the gate you will meet with our well experienced guide who will give you brief information about the hike. You will walk for about 3-4 hours to the first hut (Mandara hut) and you will arrive there in the afternoon. 1300 Hours: Lunch will be served when you reach the hut. From the hut you have a great view over Moshi district. 1400 Hours: After your lunch your guide will give you a short walk to Maundi crater before walking down to Marangu gate. You will walk down to Marangu gate and this walk will take you about 2 hours walking slowly as you observe for anything that you might have missed on your way up. 1600 Hours: At Marangu National Park you will meet with transport from the hotel ready to take you back to the lodge. 1730 Hours to 1800 Hours: Return back to your hotel. All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks

Destination: Marangu Gate (Mt Kilimanjaro) Stay: No accommodation (End of tour) Meals: All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks

Tour step

End of tour

A transfer back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.

Included

Porterage

Rescue fee

Park fees (For non-residents)

All activities (Unless labeled as optional)

A professional driver/guide

All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)

All Taxes/VAT

Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)

Drinks (As specified in the day-by-day section)

Excluded

Climbing gear

International flights (From/to home)

Roundtrip airport transfer

Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour

Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)

Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)

Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees

Getting There

This tour starts and ends in Moshi
Book your own international flights when using this operator
Fly to/from Kilimanjaro Airport (JRO - Check price) near Moshi
A transfer from and back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour cannot be arranged by this operator
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Offered by

Kwesa Tours

5.0 operator rating 56 reviews

Kwesa Tours is a locally owned Tanzanian tour operator offering unforgettable safaris and Mount Kilimanjaro treks. We provide expertly guided tours to Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Tarangire, and Zanzibar, with personalized itineraries for every traveler. Our team is committed to professionalism, safety, and responsible tourism. Discover Tanzania’s wildlife, landscapes, and culture with Kwesa Tours — your trusted travel partner.

Office In

Tanzania

Size

20-50 employees (Founded in 2005)

Member Of

KIATO, MNRT, NCAA & TLTO

Tour Types

Custom budget & mid-range tours that can start every day

Destinations

Kenya, Tanzania

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Practical answers

Tour FAQs

8 answers

Are rates charged per person?

Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.

Which currency is this tour priced in?

This tour is offered in US dollars (USD).

Can children join this tour?

This tour accepts children who are 5 years and older. Children under 17 receive a discount.

Can this tour start on my preferred date?

If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.

Can the itinerary be customized?

You can request changes to this tour.

Where does this tour start and end?

This tour starts and ends in Moshi

Are airport transfers included?

A transfer from and back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost

How does the quote request work?

We advise requesting quotes from 3 operators () Requests are sent directly to the tour operator If preferred, you can contact the tour operator directly

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Disclaimer

This tour is offered by Kwesa Tours, not SafariBookings.

This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings.

If you request changes to this tour, the advertised rates will likely change.

The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability.

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