Moshi, Tanzania — Near Kilimanjaro National Park

Dans Place

Your Basecamp Below the Roof of Africa

Trekkers' guesthouse. Hot showers. Great beds. 44 reviews, 9.0 rating. Everything you need before and after the climb.

★★★★★ 9.0/5 44 Reviews Trekkers' Choice Since 2018

Trekker-Friendly Rooms

Clean, comfortable, and designed for people who need a good night's sleep. Hot water guaranteed.

Single Trekker

Single bed, desk, hot shower. For the solo adventurer.

From $25/night

Double Room

King or twin beds. Shared trekker stories guaranteed.

From $40/night

Group Bunk

4-bed dorm for trekking groups. Locker included.

From $15/night

Everything You Need to Know

Routes, guides, packing lists, and what to expect. No guesswork — just straight talk from people who've done it.

  • Machame vs. Marangu vs. Rongai — which route fits you
  • Packing checklist (free printable)
  • Trusted guide contacts
  • Altitude sickness prevention tips
5,895m

Summit altitude

5–9 days

Route duration

9.0

Guest rating

44

Verified reviews

Post-Trek Recovery

You climbed the mountain. Now let us take care of you. Hot shower, hot meal, soft bed — the holy trinity of summit recovery.

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Hot Showers

24/7 hot water. You earned this.

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Home Cooking

Tanzanian comfort food. Portions for the hungry.

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Garden Relaxation

Lush garden, mountain views, zero obligations.

What Trekkers Say

44 reviews · 9.0 average rating

"Best guesthouse I've stayed at for Kili prep. Hot shower after 7 days on the mountain — I nearly cried."

— Sarah K., UK · Machame Route

"The breakfast alone is worth booking for. Dan knows every trekker by name. Felt like family."

— Marco T., Italy · Marangu Route

"I found my guide through Dans Place. Saved me $500 vs booking in Arusha. Honest, local, real."

— James M., USA · Rongai Route

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