Day 1: Trek from Marangu Gate (1,800m) to Mandara Hut (2,743m)
📍 Marangu Gate To Mandara Hut
The 4-hour drive from Arusha leads to the gate, where guides, cooks, and porters await. Register at the gate before entering the Kilimanjaro rainforest. Enjoy a picnic lunch at Kisambioni, halfway through the trek. After lunch, continue through the rainforest to Mandara Hut. Rest or take a short walk to Maundi Crater for breathtaking views of Taveta and Mawenzi Peak. An incredible start to your Kilimanjaro adventure.