Course & Elevation
The marathon starts in Moshi at the base of Mount Kilimanjaro and runs through scenic farmland, local villages, and coffee plantations while ascending toward the slopes of Africa's highest peak. The course offers stunning views of Kilimanjaro throughout and passes through traditional Chagga communities, creating an immersive cultural experience alongside challenging elevation changes.
Course Facts
Weather on Race Day
22°C
Temperature
65%
Humidity
35%
Rain Chance
February is Tanzania's warmer and drier season, offering pleasant conditions with moderate temperatures and relatively low rainfall. Morning temperatures are cool at higher elevations, warming throughout the day.
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