KILIMANJARO SHORT HIKE
This is a package that is special for people with an interest in hiking. The number of days spent in trekking Mt Kilimanjaro is more than six which then is not viable to those with a short time in the country. You can explore the mountain in 3-4 days which will take you just below the peak of the mountain Kilimanjaro is a great option giving you the chance to do either a 1 to 4-day trek. While you can choose the number of days you spend on the mountain you can’t choose your route, as the Marangu route is the only route where short treks are allowed. For overnight hikes, you will stay at the park huts. All of these short Kilimanjaro treks and day hikes are offered on a private basis so you can start on any day that suits you. These tours can then be combined with a short safari option to give you the best of both worlds.
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Mount Kilimanjaro |
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- Accommodation on safari includes breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
- Unlimited mileage in shared 4 x 4 safari vehicle
- Professional English – Driver guide
- Parks fees
- Mineral water in the Safari vehicle
- Flying Doctor Transfer in case of emergency.
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| Excluded |
- International Flight
- Visa to enter the country
- Items of personal nature
- Gratuities & tipping – lodges, porter, and your professional guide.
- Drinking and laundry service
- Balloon Safari
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Details
Mount Kilimanjaro, the highest peak in Africa, has captured the imagination of adventurers and nature enthusiasts for centuries. The Mandara Hut trail presents an excellent opportunity to explore the wonders of this majestic mountain without committing to an extended trek.
Arrive at Kilimanjaro airport and transfer to the hotel. Your guide will meet you at the hotel in the late afternoon for a trek briefing. Prepare your bags for the following date, buy bottled water, etc.
After leaving extra bags at the hotel, you will drive from Moshi town at about 0830hrs for Marangu Gate at the base of Mount Kilimanjaro. Here a few formalities like paperwork will be completed and then you will start the hike into an incredible forest, with its thick moss, lichens, and endless display of abundant plant life. The route will take you through the rainforest to Mandara Hut (9000 ft). Here we will stop for the night in the mountain huts.
Wake up, pack, and after breakfast, we then descend along the same route to Marangu Park gate where you will be met by your transport back to Moshi. You should reach the park gate around 14h
After breakfast, transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport for you flight home or drive to the park and continue with a game drive.
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