The Kilimanjaro Marathon takes place annually in Moshi, usually in late February or March, with a full marathon, a half-marathon and a 5km fun run on the same race day, so there's an option for most fitness levels. The course climbs gently from around 800m to 1,120m through local villages, farms, banana and coffee plantations and forest, with Mount Kilimanjaro visible in the background and local crowds cheering runners on throughout. The race is fully supported with water and aid stations and medical support, finishing at the stadium in Moshi with bands, spectators and prizes.
This 4-day package is built specifically around race weekend: arrival, a rest day to collect your race number and settle in, race day itself, and departure. Exact race dates are set by the marathon organizers each year and we confirm the current date with you at the time of booking. If you'd like to extend your trip around the race, our Kilimanjaro Marathon and Machame Climb package and our Kilimanjaro Marathon and Tanzania Safari package both combine the race with a longer Tanzania trip.
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Single Room $670 per person
Double/Twin Room Shared $420 Per Person
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On arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), our representative meets you and assists with the transfer to your accommodation in Moshi.
Distance: Airport transfer, approx. 45 minutes
Activity: Arrival and transfer to Moshi
Accommodation: Hotel in Moshi (e.g. Panama Garden Resort)
Meals: Breakfast
A day set aside for rest and preparation ahead of the marathon, half-marathon or 5km fun run. You'll collect your race number and have time to explore Moshi at your own pace.
Distance: At leisure in Moshi
Activity: Race-number collection, rest and exploring Moshi
Accommodation: Hotel in Moshi
Meals: Breakfast
Race day itself, the highlight of the trip. You'll join runners from around the world on a course through local villages and plantations with Mount Kilimanjaro as a backdrop, fully supported with water and aid stations and medical support throughout. The race finishes at the stadium in Moshi with bands, spectators and prizes.
Distance: Race distances: 42.2km (full marathon), 21.1km (half marathon), or 5km (fun run)
Activity: Run the Kilimanjaro Marathon, Half Marathon or 5K Fun Run
Accommodation: Hotel in Moshi
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
After breakfast, we'll arrange your transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your onward flight, departing with the memory of having run beneath Africa's highest mountain.
Distance: Airport transfer, approx. 45 minutes
Activity: Departure transfer
Accommodation: N/A, end of package
Meals: Breakfast
Please note: the itinerary is subject to change based on accommodation availability, and exact race dates are confirmed with the marathon organizers each year, we'll provide current dates at the time of booking.
The race is held annually in Moshi, typically at the end of February or in March, with the full marathon, half marathon and 5km fun run all run on the same day. Exact dates are set by the marathon organizers each year and we confirm the current date with you at the time of booking, since this package is built specifically around race weekend.
The full marathon (42.2km) suits experienced distance runners, the half marathon (21.1km) is a popular middle-ground choice, and the 5km fun run is open to participants of any fitness level who want to take part without serious training. The course for all distances passes through villages, farms and plantations with Kilimanjaro in view, so even the 5km offers genuine scenery and atmosphere.
This depends entirely on which race distance you choose. The full and half marathon both require genuine running training beforehand, this isn't a casual undertaking at any distance given the course's modest but real elevation gain (from around 800m to 1,120m). The 5km fun run is accessible to most reasonably active people without dedicated training.
The price covers 3 nights of hotel accommodation in Moshi, airport transfers on arrival and departure, breakfast each morning plus lunch on race day, and assistance with race-number collection. Race entry fees, flights, travel insurance, and personal expenses are not included. See the full "What's included" and "Not included" sections on this page for the complete breakdown.
Race entry is typically registered separately through the official Kilimanjaro Marathon organizers, and we can guide you through that process, but this package covers your accommodation, transfers and logistics around the race rather than the entry fee itself. We'll confirm the current registration process and any requirements when you book.
Yes, this is one of the most common requests we get, many runners want to do more with their trip to Tanzania than just race weekend. Our Kilimanjaro Marathon and Machame Climb package combines the race with a 7-day climb, and our Kilimanjaro Marathon and Tanzania Safari package adds a 4-day Northern Circuit safari, either before or after the race depending on your preference.
Most nationalities can obtain a Tanzania tourist visa online via the eTA system before travel, or on arrival at Kilimanjaro Airport (JRO). The visa costs USD 50 for most nationalities and USD 100 for US citizens. Comprehensive travel insurance is recommended for all travelers, and particularly worth considering for race participants given the physical exertion involved.
SafariBando operates from Moshi with our own team on the ground for support throughout your stay. Race-day logistics, water stations, medical support and timing, are managed directly by the marathon organizers, we coordinate your accommodation and transfers around their schedule. If your travel plans need adjusting, our local team can assist directly.
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