Day Trips from Moshi to Kilimanjaro

Experience Mount Kilimanjaro without having to devote time and training to summiting it by opting for a day trek through the park. Your guide will take you to Marangu Gate, where you'll start your trekking adventure through the rainforest. As you walk, your guide will point out different flora and fauna you see. You'll hike to Mandara Hut, where you'll have a picnic lunch, before returning to your departure point.

Discover the day-to-day life of the Chagga tribe as you bike around the villages situated at Mount Kilimanjaro's base. Alongside a private guide, don your cycling gear and enjoy a moderately difficult ride through banana and coffee plantations. Ride through the towns of Moshi, Kibosho, and Lyamungo for a closer look at the farming lifestyle, with Mt. Kilimanjaro serving as the backdrop to your tour.

Combine a trip to Kikiletwa Hot Springs with a visit to the Maasai Village of Mserekia on this private, guided full-day tour. You'll learn all about the day-to-day life of the Maasai community right from the source. You'll then head to the hot springs for the chance to relax in the therapeutic waters before returning to your hotel.

Sneak Peek of the Peak 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!

Spend a day in nature on this tour, which will take you to a waterfall, a hot spring, and a coffee farm. Your driver will pick you up and take you to Materuni, where you'll hike up to Materuni Waterfalls. You'll then visit a coffee farm, where you'll get to roast your own beans, before heading to Kikuletwa Hot Springs for a bit of swimming and relaxation.

Mount Kilimanjaro is Africa's highest peak and climbing to the summit is an epic challenge for experienced hikers. With this day hike, you'll get to experience Kilimanjaro on a short hike, enjoy magnificent views of the legendary peak, and climb to a height of around 8,900ft (2,700m). This private hike takes between three and four hours, following the Marangu Route up to the Mandara hut.

At the foothills of Kilimanjaro lies the village of Materuni which is home to towering waterfalls and coffee farms. With a private guide, start by exploring a coffee farm to see how the beans are grown, harvested, and processed. Then, enjoy a short, but challenging, hike to the waterfalls where you can refresh in the natural pools.

This private tour takes you into Tanzania’s nature, visiting the Materuni Waterfalls, to a local coffee farm, for a soak in the Kikuletwa Hot Springs, and learning about Maasai culture from the locals. Your guide will take care of all the logistics, so you don’t need to do any of that. Lunch and a bottle of wine are also included, so you can stay energized and enjoy your day out.

Choose to make the most out of your adventure to Mt. Kilimanjaro and travel with trusted guides during this hiking trip. Allow yourself to be led on a trek up the mountain, stopping along the way to take breaks if needed. Take in the views of the landscape as you go and keep a look out for the wildlife that calls the mountain home.

Get a taste of Mount Kilimanjaro without having to commit to a multi-day hike up the mountain by opting for a day hike up part of the mountain. Your private guide will lead you along the Marangu Route and up to the Mandara Hut, where you'll dine on an included lunch while you take in the views before returning to the base.

Nestled in the patchwork foothills of magnificent Kilimanjaro lies the beautiful village of Materuni, home to our Chagga friends and famous for its aromatic, rich coffee. On this fragrant and fun day out you’ll hike the short but challenging route to the Materuni Falls and you can stand under the waters as they cascade into a tranquility pool that’s safe for bathing. And you’ll want to jump straight in – after getting sweaty (ok, glowing) from your hike, there’s nothing more soothing than floating in the cool waters from Kilimanjaro mountain. On the way to/from the waterfalls you will get a chance to get in a local bar for Banana wine/beer testing. Next you'll get a chance to make your own cup of coffee the proper way and you’ll find out the secret to the perfect cup of coffee from the local Chagga people. Enjoy your local hot lunch then we will say goodbye and start going back to Moshi town from this memorable experience !

Explore the beauty of Tarangire National Park today on this short Tanzania safari. This is a private tour for you and your party, and you’ll have a local guide who will take care of all the details. Check out the Chemka oasis, where several lakes were formed by geothermal activity. Also observe elephants and other amazing animals living life among the baobab trees.

"An adventure that combines an exploration of Materuni Waterfall with tastings of local delicacies, this tour is a great way to get familiarized with Materuni Village. A convenient trip from Moshi, this village gives you the chance to experience local life. Embark on a moderate hike to the waterfall, admiring various flora and fauna as you go. Then, sit down for a banana beer or coffee. "

The majestic Mount Kilimanjaro is Tanzania's most impressive landmark, but you don't have to climb it to appreciate all of its grandeur and the alluring landscape that surrounds it. Enjoy part of Kilimanjaro in day excursion which allows you to ascend the first section of the renowned Marangu Route through a jungle teeming with wildlife and inquisitive blue monkeys. While you are there, keep an eye out for a colobus or two! Enjoy the beautiful scenery, which includes coffee and banana cultivations, the charming Marangu settlement, and Kilimanjaro rising majestically in front of you. On a clear day, there are breathtaking views of Taveta to the east and Mawenzi Peak to the north-west. Remember to bring your camera! Snacks, lunch, and bottled water are all included.

Experience the beauty of multiple Moshi villages while getting some physical activity in during this bike tour. Cycle through lush forests, immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of the Chagga tribe, and admire views of Mt. Kilimanjaro. Discover the ingenuity of local farmers as they sustainably cultivate their land while passing by rice and sugarcane fields. Keep a look out for Colobus monkeys in Rau forest and explore an old railway station.

Amazing View of Kilimanjaro Mountain from the West This is the only day trip to Kilimanjaro with 4WD drive/ trek in the park

You love to get a glimpse of Kilimanjaro the top of Africa aka the highest free-standing mountain in the world, but your time, physical and financial ability don't allow you to get to the summit? Let Pinnacle Adventures & Safaris bring you this chance by offering you 1-day trek on a private basis which you can start on any day of the year. The short treks are geared for people who like to hike but reaching the summit isn't a "must-do", and allow one to experience the excitement of hiking on the highest peak on the African continent. All trekkings inside of the Tanzania National Park require the services of certified guides, and at the moment, the Marangu, Shira and Machame Route are the only three routes where short treks are allowed.

Get a taste for Mount Kilimanjaro without having to commit to summiting the famous peek on this day tour from Moshi. You'll hike a small portion of the Marangu Route, making your way to the Mandara Hut for an included picnic lunch. You'll then begin your descent, making it back to Moshi before evening.

If you only have one day to tick off a trek to Mt Kilimanjaro, then book this private tour to give you a taste of what it would be like to climb Africa’s highest peak. You’ll climb to Mandara Hut on this hike. Many things will be organized for you, like transportation, insurance, meals, and drinks, so you just need to show up ready to have a great experience.

Marangu is a small town with a great amount of history and ancient traditions. . This day tour has it all: action, tradition and culinary. You will learn all about their history and traditions on this half day excursion. At this place we will visit a small coffee farm, where you will learn about how the coffee is grown, harvested and processed locally. Try your own hand at processing, roasting and preparing a fresh cup of organic coffee. Once you have finished enjoying your coffee break, our guide will then lead you through the coffee and banana plantations to a spectacular Ndoro Waterfalls flowing from the foothills of Kilimanjaro Mountain. Our hike to the base of the waterfall will lead us through lush green landscapes while spotting fauna and flora in the area. Here you have the opportunity to relax and take a refreshing bath in the cold pool of the waterfall and later drive back to Moshi.

You don’t have to summit Mt. Kilimanjaro’s 19,341-foot peak to hike the iconic mountain! On this guided tour, you’ll start bright and early—6AM—hiking for 3–4 hours to the Gate of Marangu and the Mandara hut, where you’ll stop for a complimentary lunch. Walk the Maundi Crater and back to Marangu Gate, your guide highlighting the mountain’s beauty, geology, and flora and fauna along the way.

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. This tour is also very unique because it 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!

Dramatic waterfall scenery, cultural village tour and options to sample local cuisine – this tour has it all. Be amazed on the gentle hike to the 70m high Meteruni Waterfall, before touring one of the last ethnic villages of Northern Tanzania. Sitting at the foot of Mount Kilimanjaro, you’ll hike through memorable landscapes and have numerous photo-opportunities.