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Get a shot at climbing Mt. Kilimanjaro without having to reach the summit on this private trek from Arusha or Moshi. Perfect for beginners or those without the time to make a full multi-day climb, this hike covers the first leg of the Marangu Route to the Mandara Huts. Drink in views of Kilimanjaro’s peak, trek rainforest trails filled with birds, mongoose and blue and colobus monkeys; and re-energise with a picnic lunch at Mandara before your descent.
  • Taster of climbing Mt. Kilimanjaro: private day trek from Moshi or Arusha
  • Ideal for those without the time or training needed to reach the top
  • See the summit and wildlife on a rainforest trek to and back from Mandara
  • Relax with a picnic lunch and return transfers from Arusha or Moshi
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6:30 AM
This activity will end right where it started.
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
  • OPERATED BY African polecat safaris
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.

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What is the policy on face masks and attendee health during Mountain Kilimanjaro Day Hike?
A:The policies on face masks and attendee health are:

  • Face masks required for travelers in public areas
  • Face masks required for guides in public areas
  • Face masks provided for travelers
  • Temperature checks for travelers upon arrival
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What is the policy on sanitization during Mountain Kilimanjaro Day Hike?
A:The policies on sanitization are:

  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
  • Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
  • Gear/equipment sanitized between use
  • Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
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What is the social distancing policy during Mountain Kilimanjaro Day Hike?
A:The policies on social distancing are:

  • Social distancing enforced throughout experience
  • Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
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What measures are being taken to ensure staff health & safety during Mountain Kilimanjaro Day Hike?
A:The policies on staff health & safety are:

  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
  • Regular temperature checks for staff
  • Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
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Kili day hike
Damian_Q
, Aug 2022
Really nice hike for a day and my guide was very friendly. Hope next time I can go all the way to the top
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icon Response from Host , Aug 2022
thank you for your review, we also hope to see you next time for the whole trip
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star-5
Kilimdajaro we did it
Gonzalo_H
, Jul 2022
John and his team picked us up in Moshi and took us to the kilimandjaro national park. Car a little small for 5 but it was not a lond drive. The trekking was longer than expected as we were going quite slowly so 3,5 hours to get to Mandara Hut at 2720m. Temperature dropped quite a lot up there so we had lunch and started our descent which we stopped halfway and we were picked up by a ranger since the park closes at 6pm. That primary forest is just beautiful and wild. Thank you John and team for your amazing guidance and help going up and down you made this day an unforgettable experience. Asante sana!
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icon Response from Host , Jul 2022
Thank you Gonzalo for the best and helpful review I wish to guide you to top of Mount Kilimanjaro
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Do the hike, avoid this tour operator
Patrick_W
, Jul 2022
While traveling in Africa we have experienced a number of ethically run tourism businesses that treat their people well. This is not one and it shows. The guides showed up three hours late. We almost were not admitted to the park as paperwork/payments appeared to not have been taken care of in advance. Our guides were barely proficient in terms of English, knowledge of trail history/nature, and professional demeanor. The sliding door of our vehicle fell off in the parking lot when we arrived for the hike. The car was pulled over by the police no less than three times to and from the destination, with minimal explanation from the guides/driver, leaving much to our imagination. The saving grace of the experience was the hike itself which is rewarding and worth doing, just not with this service provider.
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star-5
Very good!
Rositsa_T
, Jul 2022
I had a great hike!!!Nice, friendly guide.Picked me up on time.I high recommend it!we made it to the point in good time.
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icon Response from Host , Jul 2022
thank you for your beautiful review an recommendation.
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star-5
Happy to say we completed a hike at Kilimanjaro
Ellen_A
, Jun 2022
The hike was more challenging than I expected but our excellent guide, John, made it possible. My two daughters and I had a great hiking experience.
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icon Response from Host , Jun 2022
Thank you for your great review, hope to see you in the near future for the whole thing
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star-5
Astounding day on the mountain
Andrew_S
, Jun 2022
Even though the weather was not cooperating (it rained at the beginning of our trek ) the guide and driver made my experience fun and memorable. We made it to the hut and back in under 6 hours. If you have two legs and an average lungs capacity you will make it without problems. I encourage everyone to do it. You will be able to say you climbed Kilimanjaro without giving details it wasn’t to the summit:) On our way back to Arusha we saw this beautiful mountain right before sunset and I was able to take pictures and videos.
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icon Response from Host , Jun 2022
Andrew, thank you for your beautiful review, it was fun having you around hope to see you again in the future
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star-5
Hiking with John is a blast!
Ashraf_F
, Dec 2021
John is an absolute delight to be with. We had great conversation on our hike which made it all the more worthwhile and memorable. Thank you for the experience!
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icon Response from Host , Dec 2021
Your welcome again we love to see you at the top of mount Kilimanjaro one day
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star-5
Amazing trekking
Tabea_R
, Jun 2021
It was a really amazing trekking and we also saw monkeys! Our guide John has a high knowledge about the area, the animals and the plants and we enjoyed the small talks. The route throught the rainforest is very beautiful. However, the only down point was that the drive to and from Arusha was longer than expected (about 3.5 hours each way), rather than that the experience was amaizing and totally recomended if you want to have taste of Kilimanjaro.
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icon Response from Host , Jun 2021
thanks so much, Tabea hope to see you again at the peak of Africa
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Kilimanjaro
Mario_C
, Jan 2021
Had an amazing day. This company is very professional and always looking out that we had a great experience. It shows how much they love their job and their country. Thanks for the wonderful memories
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icon Response from Host , Jan 2021
Karibu Sana Hope you will climb to the rope next time
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star-5
Wonderful Kilimanjaro Day
Michael_S
, Oct 2020
This was a great tour with great guides! You will be very satsified that you booked it! Everything about it met my expectations. Although you should be prepared for quite the hike, I do not regret pushing myself to do it. Now it is my goal to come back and do this same tour except book the option to climb to the top of Kili. Make sure to ask for John Danford when you book this tour. He was excellent!
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icon Response from Host , Oct 2020
Thank you alot Michael we will make sure you made its to the top nexttime you come for the full route and John Danford will be your Guide
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star-5
Anyone can climb the first half of Kilimanjaro!!!
Sally_A
, Feb 2020
If you would like to experience climbing a small piece of Mt. Kilaminjero, this is a fabulous opportunity! My guide, John, was really excellent. I’m overweight by 75 lbs and am in no shape to do this, he said, you can do it, so I did. He paced my steps and encouraged me with one on one attention and because of John, I climbed day One of a six day trek up the Mt. I saw three types of monkeys and the woods are well kept. I highly recommend this tour and this company! They have integrity and were professional and super friendly. I’m planning to go back to Tanzania and see Serengeti with this Tour Company. I highly recommend this activity when you visit Kilimanjaro!!
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icon Response from Host , Feb 2020
We thank you for your time with us Sally , we are thankful to you for allowing us to be part of your small journey. #africanpolecatsafaris
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