From Arusha: Mount Kilimanjaro Day Tour
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At a glance
- Duration
- 12 hours
- Price from
- $490 / person
- Location
- Arusha, Tanzania
- Languages
- DE, EN, ZH-CN, IT
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Hotel pickup
- Available
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- ALAITOL SAFARIS
Description
You certainly can’t climb Kilimanjaro in a day, but our day tour to this iconic, snow-capped mountain will give you an excellent taster of why Africa’s highest peak is so popular. During the course of the day, we will follow the popular Marangu Route and walk as far as the first hut – the Mandara – where our picnic lunch will be taken. As other trekkers continue upwards, bound for the summit, we will make the descent again and return to Arusha.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Next available
- Fri, Oct 9
- Adult (ages 16–90)
- $490
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $820.
Larger groups pay less per person.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 8.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Your day tour begins with your hotel pickup at 02:00hrs Drive to the Marangu Gate where you will register at the gate with the Kilimanjaro National Park authorities.
Mount Kilimanjaro
Begin hiking at around 09.00hrs. The Marangu Route, which we follow today, approaches Kilimanjaro from the southeast. We will be attempting to reach the Mandara Hut and will only trek through the lower altitudes, taking our picnic lunch on the way to the Mandara Hut. Once we reach the hut at 12:00hrs, we will stop for a rest for 30 mins and then descend slowly back to Marangu Gate for 2.5 hours.
An Alaitol Safaris vehicle will be waiting to pick you up and return you to your hotel in Arusha, arriving at 18:00hrs.
What's included
Included
Bottled water
Transport to and from attraction
Lunch
All Fees and Taxes
Pickup services
Professional mountain guide
Not included
Tip
Items of a personal nature
Pickup Locations & Times
In the morning after breakfast (around 7:00 AM) your Alaitol mountain guide will arrive at the hotel and inform the receptionist that he is waiting for you. After meeting up with your driver you will travel to Mount Kilimanjaro National Park.
How it compares in Arusha
- Starting price $490 is 63% above the typical $300 for tours of similar length in Arusha
Excurgo comparison of 2,330 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does From Arusha: Mount Kilimanjaro Day Tour take?
From Arusha: Mount Kilimanjaro Day Tour lasts about 12 hours. The itinerary has 3 stops.
How much does From Arusha: Mount Kilimanjaro Day Tour cost?
Prices start at $490 per person for this Arusha experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $820. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does From Arusha: Mount Kilimanjaro Day Tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day.
Can I cancel From Arusha: Mount Kilimanjaro Day Tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. In the morning after breakfast (around 7:00 AM) your Alaitol mountain guide will arrive at the hotel and inform the receptionist that he is waiting for you. After meeting up with your driver you will travel to Mount Kilimanjaro National Park. Pickup points include Hecasa Homestay, Six eight Motel.
What languages is From Arusha: Mount Kilimanjaro Day Tour offered in?
The experience is available in DE, EN, ZH-CN, IT, FR, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
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