8-Day Kilimanjaro Expedition via Marangu Route

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

Arrival Day

Welcome to Kilimanjaro International Airport where your thrilling adventure begins! AnAltezza Travel driver will meet you and take you to your hotel. After you settle, the Altezza Travel managers will meet with you to talk about the climb and make sure you're all set and excited for your upcoming climb.

On a private tour, we have group airport rides included in the package. If anyone arrives separately from the group, this individual transfer is subject to an extra cost.

Check-in at the hotel starts at 2:00 PM - let us know in advance if you need an earlier check-in (can be arranged at an extra cost).

Main Destination:

Moshi (Town)

Accommodation:

Aishi Machame Hotel

• Mid-range hotel located at Foothills of Mt Kilimanjaro

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Meals & Drinks:

• Meals at own expense
• Drinks not included

From Marangu Gate to Mandara Hut

In the morning, your guide and mountain support crew will meet you at the hotel before you embark on your adventure to Kilimanjaro National Park's southern gate. Once the guides have secured your climbing permits and touched base with the search and rescue services, you'll be ready to ascend to Mandara Hut (2,720 m / 8,922 ft).

Remember to pack a raincoat, as you'll be navigating through the lush, tropical rainforest - an enchanting ecosystem teeming with life, where spontaneous showers are not uncommon.

Upon your arrival at Mandara Hut, a lunch awaits you, freshly prepared to refuel your energy. Following this, you will be shown to your hut for the night – your own cozy nook amidst the towering peaks of Kilimanjaro.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

Budget camping

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

From Mandara Hut to Horombo Hut

Rise and shine to an early morning breakfast before leaving the Mandara Hut. Set out on a trek that will take you to the next high-altitude camp: the Horombo Hut (3,720 m / 12,204 ft). As you approach the camp, prepare to be struck by the jaw-dropping sight of not one, but two majestic volcanoes: Kibo and Mawenzi.

After enjoying a well-deserved lunch, gear up for an acclimatization hike towards Kibo Hut to test a gain of 200 m / 656 ft in altitude. Remember, these acclimatization hikes are key to your Kilimanjaro journey. Though they might seem easy, they play a crucial role in helping your body adjust to the altitude, increasing your chances of successfully reaching the summit and preventing altitude sickness. So take these hikes seriously and enjoy every moment of your Kilimanjaro adventure!

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

Budget camping

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Acclimatization at Horombo Hut

After an energizing breakfast, get ready for a vital acclimatization hike, journeying towards Kibo Hut before returning to camp, a round trip that perfectly balances the trekking exercise with rest.

Post-lunch, the afternoon leisure offers you so many opportunities. Explore the breathtaking surroundings, capture the majestic Mawenzi Volcano through your lens, or opt for a nap to keep energy for the upcoming ascent to your summit camp.

Among other short routes, the 6-day Marangu route owes its exceptional success rates of 85% to this additional acclimatization day and night at Horombo Hut. This strategic pause not only enhances your acclimatization transition but also significantly boosts the success rates by allowing your body to adjust better to the altitude at rest.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

Budget camping

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

From Horombo Hut to Kibo Hut

At the start of the day, after breakfast, your team will begin the walk towards Kibo Hut (4,720 m / 15,482 ft). Although the trek isn't particularly strenuous, it's essential to maintain a steady pace, keeping your energy for the grand ascent to Kilimanjaro's peak.

Upon arrival at the camp, focus on rest and hydration. Get plenty of sleep, and avoid any strenuous activities. You'll need all the energy you can muster because tonight, you'll be scaling the heights of Uhuru Peak (5,895 m / 19,340 f). This is the moment you've been waiting for!

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

Budget camping

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Summit Uhuru Peak and Descent to Horombo Hut

Your mountain crew will wake you up for a quick snack before the most exciting night of the entire adventure.

Shorly after midnight, your team will embark on the most thrilling part of your journey from the Kibo Camp. The climb to Uhuru Peak, standing tall at 5,895 m / 19,340 feet, is more than just a physical challenge; it's a test of your endurance as your body grapples with the effects of high altitude.

Don't worry, you won't be alone! For every pair of climbers, there'll be a guide, constantly monitoring your fitness throughout this challenging climb. Once you've conquered the peak, you can opt for a spectacular walk to the nearest glacier, a reward for your hard-earned victory.

Next, you'll start your careful walk down to Horombo Camp, which sits at 3,720 m / 12,205 f. You'll get a 2-hour break at Kibo Camp. Be careful, it's really important to remember that most accidents happen on the way down. Watch your step!

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

Budget camping

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

From Horombo Hut to Marangu Gate

After a breakfast, you'll embark on the last leg of your journey, descending to the Marangu Gate, standing at 1,970 m / 6,463 f. Your mountain chef will be waiting there with a hearty lunch. This stop-off is a golden chance to share your thoughts, memories, and impressions of the expedition with your support crew. They'll celebrate your victory with certificates of achievement, a testament to your incredible journey. Then, with hearts full of accomplishment and memories to last a lifetime, you'll be taken back to the comfort of your hotel.

The end of your journey, but the beginning of countless stories to tell!

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

Aishi Machame Hotel

• Mid-range hotel located at Foothills of Mt Kilimanjaro

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Departure Day

Take some time to unwind in the comfort of your hotel before the drive to the airport for your journey home.

You'll need to check out of the hotel by 11:00 AM. If your flight isn't until later in the evening and you'd like to extend your stay, there's an option to book the room for a little while longer at an additional cost.

Main Destination:

Kilimanjaro Airport

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Non-alcoholic drinks

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