7-Day Kilimanjaro Marangu Route

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

Pick up from the airport

Upon your arrival at Kilimanjaro or Arusha airport, you will be picked up and driven to Tulia Spa & Boutique Hotel. After settling in, your guide will arrive to give you a briefing on the hike and provide a day-by-day overview of what to expect. Additionally, they will check to ensure you have all the necessary gear for the hike.

Main Destination:

Arusha (City)

Accommodation:

Tulia Boutique Hotel & Spa

• Mid-range hotel located in Arusha (City)

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Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinks not included

Marangu gate to mandara hut

After breakfast and the briefing, embark on a 2-hour drive to Kilimanjaro National Park Marangu Gate. Upon arrival, register and begin the climb. Traverse through the rainforest towards the Mandara encampment, where you can take a side trip to Maundi Crater to appreciate the Northern Tanzania and Kenya views. While in the rainforest, be on the lookout for towering Eucalyptus trees, diverse birdlife, and Colobus monkeys.

Distance: 8km/5mi
Elevation: 1860m/6100ft to 2700m/8875ft
Hiking Time: 3-4 hours
Habitat: Montane Forest.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

Mandara Hut

• Budget mountain hut located on Mt Kilimanjaro

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Mandara hut to horombo hut

Depart Mandara Hut and ascend through the open moorlands to Horombo Hut. As you climb, enjoy stunning views of Mawenzi and Kibo's summit. Keep an eye out for giant lobelias and grounsels along the way. At this point, you may start to feel the altitude's effects.

Distance: 12km/7.5mi
Elevation: 2700m/8875ft to 3700m/12,200ft
Hiking Time: 5-6 hours
Habitat: Heathland.

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 Hut (3720m) – Acclimatization

Take a break at Horombo Hut and allow your body to acclimate to the high altitude. You can opt to go for a day hike to Mawenzi Hut (4600m) with your guide to aid in acclimatization. Breakfast and dinner will be provided at the hut, while lunch will be either packed or served at the hut based on your preference for the day.

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 to kibo hut

We continue to ascend and pass the final watering point, hiking to the saddle of Kilimanjaro situated between Mawenzi and Kibo peaks. The terrain gradually transforms from upper heathland to a "moonscape" devoid of vegetation. Enjoy dinner, rest, and prepare for the summit climb.

Distance: 9km/5.5mi
Elevation: 3700m/12,200ft to 4700m/15,500ft
Hiking Time: 5-6 hours
Habitat: Alpine Desert.

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 to summit/ summit to kibo hut

Embark on the climb to the summit in the early hours of the morning, between midnight and 2am. The trail is steep and covered in heavy scree or snow, leading to Gilman's point on the crater rim. Continue ascending to Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa, and savor the incredible views. Take a picture at the summit to share with loved ones. Descend from the peak, pause for lunch and rest at Kibo, and then head to the Horombo encampment.

The initial part of this climb is done in darkness and requires headlamps or flashlights. It will be extremely cold until the descent begins, so ensure you have all your warm layers. This is the most challenging part of the trek, with numerous switchbacks. Staying positive and determined will help you reach the summit.

Elevation: 4700m/15,500ft to 5895m/19,340ft, descending to 3700m/12,200ft
Distance: 6km/4mi ascent, 15km/9mi descent
Hiking Time: 6-8 hours ascent, 15km/9mi descent
Habitat: Alpine Desert.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

Kibo Hut

• Budget mountain hut located on Mt Kilimanjaro

Meals & Drinks:

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

Horombo hut to trail head

After having breakfast, we will start descending from Horombo Hut through the moorland and lush forest path to the National Park gate at Marangu. The path may be wet and muddy at lower elevations, but it will not be as steep as the ascent. We recommend wearing shorts and t-shirts as it will be warmer at lower elevations. However, it is advisable to keep your rain gear and warmer clothing handy.

Once we reach Marangu gate, a vehicle will be waiting to drive you back to either Arusha or Moshi, or the airports in these regions. Don't forget to tip your guides and porters for their excellent services. It is time to celebrate your achievement!

If you plan to stay in Arusha or Moshi, a transfer back to the airport will be available for you on the next day.

Elevation: 3700m/12,200ft to 1700m/5500ft
Distance: 20km/12.5mi
Hiking Time: 4-5 hours
Habitat: Forest.

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.