Majestic Mount Kilimanjaro is the awe-inspiring landmark of Tanzania but you don’t need to climb it to experience its full beauty and the captivating terrain that surrounds it. Our Sneak Peek of the Peak Hike is a Kilimanjaro day trip that gives you the opportunity to scramble up the first leg of the famed Marangu Route, through rainforest twittering with birdlife and chattering, curious blue monkeys. Watch out for a Colobus or two!!
You will start your journey after breakfast. Our driver will wait for you in Arusha to transport you to the village of Marangu.
Choosing this route your journey will start at the Marangu gate (1,980 m), where you should sign in at the Park Office.
Walk through the rainforest to the Mandara encampment. A side trip to Maundi Crater is a good way to see the surroundings including Northern Tanzania and Kenya.
In the rainforest, look for towering Eucalyptus trees, birdlife, and Colobus monkeys.
After lunch, hike back to the park gate and drive back to Arusha.
