3 Days 2 Nights 3 Day Hiking Safari to Mount Kilimanjaro – A Short Yet Thrilling Adventure from 0


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Embark on an unforgettable 3-day hiking safari to Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa’s highest peak, via the Marangu Route. This adventure is perfect for those seeking a shorter yet rewarding trekking experience. The Marangu Route, often called the "Coca-Cola Route," is the most accessible and scenic path, offering breathtaking landscapes, rich wildlife, and cultural encounters.


Itinerary

3 Day Hiking Safari to Mount Kilimanjaro – A Short Yet Thrilling Adventure

Tour Description

Embark on an unforgettable 3-day hiking safari to Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa’s highest peak, via the Marangu Route. This adventure is perfect for those seeking a shorter yet rewarding trekking experience. The Marangu Route, often called the "Coca-Cola Route," is the most accessible and scenic path, offering breathtaking landscapes, rich wildlife, and cultural encounters. The hike takes you through lush rainforests, moorlands, and alpine zones, providing an extraordinary experience of Kilimanjaro’s diverse ecosystems.

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Moshi – Briefing & Preparation

  • Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport and transfer to your hotel in Moshi.
  • Meet your expert guides for a pre-trek briefing, equipment check, and final preparations.
  • Explore Moshi town or relax at the hotel while enjoying magnificent views of Kilimanjaro.
  • Dinner and overnight stay at a comfortable lodge/hotel.

Day 2: Moshi – Marangu Gate – Mandara Hut (2,700m)

  • Distance: 8 km (5 miles) | Hiking Time: 4–5 hours | Elevation Gain: 900m
  • After breakfast, transfer to Marangu Gate (1,860m) to register and start the trek.
  • Hike through the lush rainforest, home to exotic birds, colobus monkeys, and unique flora.
  • Arrive at Mandara Hut (2,700m) for a hot meal and rest.
  • Optional short hike to Maundi Crater for panoramic views of Kenya and Northern Tanzania.
  • Dinner and overnight stay at Mandara Hut.

Day 3: Mandara Hut – Horombo Hut (3,720m) – Descend to Marangu Gate

  • Distance: 12 km (7.5 miles) | Hiking Time: 6–8 hours | Elevation Gain: 1,020m
  • Wake up early for breakfast and continue trekking towards Horombo Hut.
  • Walk through moorlands filled with giant lobelias and senecios, offering stunning scenery.
  • Enjoy a short break at Horombo Hut (3,720m) before beginning the descent.
  • Descend back to Marangu Gate, where you receive a summit certificate.
  • Transfer back to Moshi for celebration and relaxation.

Highlights of the Tour

  • Experience Kilimanjaro’s breathtaking landscapes in a short yet thrilling trek.
  • Encounter diverse wildlife, including blue monkeys, colobus monkeys, and exotic birds.
  • Hike through lush rainforests, moorlands, and high-altitude vegetation.
  • Reach an altitude of 3,720m at Horombo Hut for stunning panoramic views.
  • Enjoy expert-guided treks with professional mountain guides and porters.
  • Earn a Mount Kilimanjaro trekking certificate.

What’s Included

Pick-up and drop-off from Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO)

Accommodation in Moshi (1 night) before the hike

Park fees, camping/hut fees, and rescue fees

Professional English-speaking mountain guides, porters, and cook

Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner during the trek

Clean drinking water and hot beverages during the trek

First aid kit and emergency oxygen

Transfers from Moshi to Marangu Gate and back.

 

What’s Not Included

Flights to and from Tanzania

 Travel insurance (highly recommended)

 Personal trekking gear (sleeping bags, trekking poles, etc.)

Tips for guides, porters, and cook ($10–$20 per day per person recommended)

 Additional drinks and snacks

 Extra accommodation and meals outside of the itinerary

 

What to Bring

Hiking boots (comfortable and waterproof)

Warm layered clothing (thermal base layers, fleece, windproof jacket)

Rain gear (poncho or waterproof jacket and pants)

 Sleeping bag (rated for cold temperatures)

Trekking poles (optional but helpful for stability)

Daypack (for essentials like water, snacks, and camera)

 Hat, gloves, and sunglasses (for sun and cold protection)

Sunscreen and lip balm

Headlamp or flashlight (with extra batteries)

 Personal first aid kit (painkillers, band-aids, altitude sickness medication)

Camera or smartphone (to capture the adventure)

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  • 1. Pick-up and drop-off from Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) Accommodation in Moshi (1 night) before the hike Park fees, camping/hut fees, and rescue fees Professional English-speaking mountain guides, porters, and cook Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner during the trek Clean drinking water and hot beverages during the trek First aid kit and emergency oxygen Transfers from Moshi to Marangu Gate and back


    • Exclusions

  • 1. Flights to and from Tanzania Travel insurance (highly recommended) Personal trekking gear (sleeping bags, trekking poles, etc.) Tips for guides, porters, and cook ($10–$20 per day per person recommended) Additional drinks and snacks Extra accommodation and meals outside of the itinerary





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