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Mount Kilimanjaro Day Hike Trip

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$ 250 / Person

Tour Overview

For those yearning to experience the majesty of Mount Kilimanjaro without committing to a full ascent, a day hike offers a tantalizing taste of this iconic peak. Standing as the tallest mountain in Africa at 5,985 meters, Kilimanjaro typically requires around a week to conquer its summit. However, by venturing to the less-traveled western side, it’s feasible to embark on a one-day excursion that includes some invigorating hiking.

As you prepare for this adventure, it’s essential to dress appropriately. Given the uneven terrain you’ll encounter along the way, closed-toe shoes are recommended to ensure stability and comfort. Additionally, considering the altitude, it’s wise to don warm clothing and possibly waterproof layers to shield against unpredictable weather conditions. By heeding these recommendations, you’ll be well-equipped to savor every moment of your Mount Kilimanjaro day hike, soaking in the awe-inspiring vistas and forging memories to last a lifetime.

Tour Key Features

Duration

6 Days

Tour Type

Day trip

Max Size

30 Pax

Min Age

12 Years +

Tour In Details
Day 1 : Drive from Moshi to Machame Gate

From your accommodation in Moshi, get started with your Londorosi Hike Day Tour by departing with your guide after an early breakfast for the drive to Kilimanjaro National Park. Depending on the location of your hotel, the journey will take 1½–2½ hours. You will be driven to the western side of the mountain and up through the forests to the Londorossi Gate, at an altitude of 2,100m, where the hike begins. The ascent is over 1,000m, moving steadily up through tropical montane forests, home to a variety of animals and birdlife.

With the help of your guide, you may spot colobus monkeys, crested turacos and more. As well as being the less-visited side of the mountain, these western regions are known to be frequented by big game from Kenya’s Amboseli National Park, which neighbors Kilimanjaro National Park. It is not uncommon to hear elephants rumbling through the forest; you may even catching sight of them through the trees. Your hike takes you up to the vast Shira Plateau, at 3,400m, a 500,000-year-old volcanic caldera that is now a World Heritage Site. You can stop for lunch here, or continue on to Shira 1 Camp, Lion Gorge and the foothills of the Shira Pinnacles. Kilimanjaro’s iconic snow-covered table top, Kibo Peak, should be visible from here, as well as neighboring glaciers.

For those with limited fitness or mobility, it is possible to drive all the way up to the Shira Plateau and then gently explore the surrounding areas on foot. Reasonable levels of fitness would be ideal for the longer hike. Then, at the end of the Shira Plateau day hike, most walkers are driven the full way back to their accommodation, allowing you to make the most of your time on the mountain.

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Transport

Park fees

Driver guide

Lunch box

1,5l bottle of water

Excludes

International or Local Flights

Optional activities

Alcoholic and soft drinks

Personal spending money for souvenirs etc.

Travel insurance

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