6-Day Budget Kilimanjaro Trekking Marangu Route

• A transfer from the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Marangu Gate to Mandara Hut

We will pick you up from your hotel in Arusha or Moshi and head to Marangu Gate for necessary formalities before the trek.
You'll ascend through a beautiful tropical rainforest, encountering blue monkeys at the upper edge.
The trail widens, revealing scenic hillsides along the way.
You'll reach Mandara Hut as the next destination on the journey.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

Budget camping

Meals & Drinks:

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

Mandara Hut to Horombo Hut

You'll navigate through the enchanting forest as the trail gradually reveals the expansive high moorland. As you emerge, be prepared to witness the awe-inspiring sight of Kibo and Mawenzi peaks, two majestic volcanic summits that define Kilimanjaro's grandeur. You'll press onward, savoring the ever-evolving panorama of the surrounding landscape, as each step unfolds a new chapter in the breathtaking narrative of your journey. Your accommodation will be in a budget hut.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

Budget camping

Meals & Drinks:

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

Horombo Hut to Mawenzi Ridge

Use this extra day for acclimatization, with an optional day hike on Mawenzi Ridge.
You will enjoy motivating views of Kibo and Mawenzi from the unique landscape.
You'll explore the area, taking a few moments to absorb the surroundings.
You will return to Horombo Hut as the day’s journey concludes.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

Budget camping

Meals & Drinks:

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

Horombo Hut to Kibo Hut

You'll ascend with a steady pace, traversing the otherworldly lunar desert of the "Saddle," nestled between the iconic peaks of Mawenzi and Kibo. As you climb, the surreal landscape unfolds, creating a sense of venturing into the unknown.

You will arrive at Kibo Hut, strategically positioned at the base of the formidable Kibo crater wall. This essential rest point invites you to catch your breath and immerse yourself in the unique atmosphere of this high-altitude realm. You'll enjoy an early dinner, replenishing your energy for the challenges that lie ahead on the imminent summit day. Embrace the anticipation and tranquility of the moment as you prepare for the culmination of your Kilimanjaro ascent. Your accommodation will be in a budget hut.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

Budget camping

Meals & Drinks:

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

Kibo Hut to Uhuru Peak

You'll begin the summit push around midnight, facing mental and physical challenges in extreme conditions.
You'll ascend in darkness for hours, with short breaks, reaching Gilman’s Point for a magnificent sunrise.
You will continue to Uhuru Peak, the highest point on Kilimanjaro and Africa.
You'll descend to Horombo Hut, concluding the day with a final dinner and well-earned rest. Your accommodation will be in a budget hut.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

Budget camping

Meals & Drinks:

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

Horombo Hut to Marangu Gate

You will embark on a long downhill trek through the tropical rainforest on the last day.
You'll reach the park headquarters at Marangu gate, where summit certificates are collected.
You'll meet a waiting vehicle at the gate.
You will return to the hotel in Moshi/Arusha via a drive.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

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

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• A transfer back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.