5-Day Kilimanjaro Trek via Marangu Route

• You'll be collected from the airport.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Marangu Gate (1860m) to Mandara Hut (2700m)

You'll depart from your Moshi lodge after breakfast and head to the Marangu gate to begin your trek. After completing the necessary paperwork, you'll hike through the dense rainforest and may spot primates en route to the Mandara Hut. Following a break, your guide can lead you to the Maundi Crater for a stunning view of the Kenyan interior.

Distance: 8.3km / 5.2mi
Time: Approx. 5 hours
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Accommodation: Mandara Hut.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

Mandara Hut

• Budget mountain hut located on Mt Kilimanjaro

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Meals & Drinks:

• Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Mandara Hut (2700m) to Horombo Hut (3700m)

Following an early breakfast, you'll depart from Mandara Hut and soon reach the timberline, entering the heath and moor zone. After 4-6 hours, you'll arrive at the Horombo Hut, situated at an altitude of 3700m and offering stunning views of Mawenzi, Kibo, and the vast plain of the Masai steppe.

Distance: 12.5km / 7.8mi
Time: Approx. 9 hours
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Accommodation: Horombo Hut.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

Horombo Hut

• Budget mountain hut located on Mt Kilimanjaro

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Horombo to Kibo Hut

Today's stage is challenging and lengthy. The well-constructed trail traverses the "Last Water Point," leading to the nearly vegetation-free plateau known as the "saddle," which connects the primary summit of Kibo with Mawenzi. After 5-6 hours, you'll arrive at the Kibo Hut, where an early evening meal awaits before retiring for a brief night's rest.

Distance: 9.5km / 5.9mi
Time: Approx. 8 hours
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Accommodation: Kibo Hut.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

Kibo Hut

• Budget mountain hut located on Mt Kilimanjaro

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Kibo Hut (4700m) to Uhuru Peak (5895m) to Horombo Hut (3700m)

Today marks the "Big Day" - the summit stage. You'll embark on your final ascent at midnight, a lengthy and demanding climb. Passing the Hans Meyer Cave at 5220m, the climb gradually gains elevation. Upon reaching Gillman's Point (5681m) at sunrise - the crater rim of Kilimanjaro - the warmth of the sun will replace the night's chill. After an additional 1-2 hour hike, you'll arrive at Uhuru Peak (5895m). Upon returning to Kibo Hut, a hot meal will be served, followed by a 1-2 hour break before descending to Horombo Hut.

Distance: 22km / 13.7mi
Time: Approx. 12-15 hours
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Accommodation: Horombo Hut.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

Horombo Hut

• Budget mountain hut located on Mt Kilimanjaro

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Horombo Hut (3700m) to Marangu Gate (1860m) - Arusha

The final stage leads through the heath and moor zone to Mandara Hut (2700m), where a hot lunch awaits. Continuing through the tropical rainforest, you'll arrive at Kilimanjaro National Park Gate (1860m) after a 6-hour trek. After bidding farewell to your guides, a brief transfer will take you back to your Moshi hotel. There, you can enjoy a warm shower and celebrate your achievement of reaching Kilimanjaro's summit.

Distance: 20.8km / 12.9mi
Time: Approx. 8 hours
Meals: Breakfast, lunch.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• You'll be dropped off at the airport.