6-Day Marangu Kilimanjaro Route Adventures

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

Marangu Gate to Mandara Hut

Departing from Arusha, you'll head to Marangu Gate to complete necessary formalities before commencing your trek. The trail kicks off with an ascent through stunning tropical rainforest, offering glimpses of blue monkeys at the forest's upper edge. As you continue, the trail broadens, revealing picturesque hillsides until you arrive at Mandara Hut. En route, you'll traverse the village of Marangu situated on the mountain's lower slopes before reaching the park gate to prepare for the ascent ahead. Your first afternoon's hike unfolds amidst the forest, with opportunities to spot Colobus monkeys, culminating at Mandara Hut, a delightful cluster of A-frame huts nestled in a forest clearing.

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 to Horombo Hut

Transitioning from Mandara Hut to Horombo Hut entails a elevation gain from 8,858 ft to 12,205 ft across a distance of 12 km, with an estimated hiking time of 6-8 hours. This segment traverses through a habitat characterized by heath vegetation. The journey commences with a forest trail, gradually opening up into expansive high moorland. En route, participants may be treated to their initial vistas of Kibo and Mawenzi peaks, prominent components of Kilimanjaro's summit comprising three volcanic peaks.

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 to Mawenzi Redge

Horombo Hut to Mawenzi Ridge:
- Elevation (ft): 12,205 ft to 14,400 ft
- Distance: 5 km
- Hiking Time: 2-3 hours
- Habitat: Heath

Mawenzi Ridge to Horombo Hut:
- Elevation (ft): 14,400 ft to 12,205 ft
- Distance: 5 km
- Hiking Time: 1-2 hours
- Habitat: Heath

This additional day is dedicated to acclimatization and offers the opportunity for a day hike on Mawenzi Ridge. The distinctive terrain presents inspiring vistas of Kibo and Mawenzi peaks. Following a brief exploration of the area, you'll return to 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 to Kibo hut

Horombo Hut to Kibo Hut:
- Elevation (ft): 12,205 ft to 15,430 ft
- Distance: 10 km
- Hiking Time: 6-8 hours
- Habitat: Alpine Desert

During this leg of the journey, you will ascend gradually, traversing the lunar-like desert terrain known as the "Saddle" nestled between Mawenzi and Kibo peaks. Your base camp, Kibo Hut, is situated at the foot of the Kibo crater wall. Upon arrival, you'll have the opportunity to rest and indulge in an early dinner, preparing yourself for the upcoming summit day.

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 Uhuru Peak

From Kibo Hut to Uhuru Peak:
- Elevation (ft): 15,430 ft to 19,341 ft
- Distance: 6 km
- Hiking Time: 6-8 hours
- Habitat: Arctic

Uhuru Peak to Horombo Hut:
- Elevation (ft): 19,341 ft to 12,250 ft
- Distance: 16 km
- Hiking Time: 4-5 hours
- Habitat: Heath

Embark on the challenging ascent to the summit from Kibo Hut to Uhuru Peak, enduring extreme conditions and climbing through darkness. After reaching the summit, descend to Horombo Hut, where you'll enjoy a final dinner before resting for the night.

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 Marangu Gate

Horombo Hut to Marangu Gate:
- Elevation (ft): 12,205 ft to 6,046 ft
- Distance: 20 km
- Hiking Time: 5-7 hours
- Habitat: Rain Forest

On your final day, embark on a long trek, mostly downhill, through the lush tropical rainforest from Horombo Hut to Marangu Gate. Upon reaching the park headquarters at Marangu gate, you'll collect your summit certificates. A vehicle will be waiting to transport you back to Moshi or Arusha.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Meals at own expense
• Drinks not included

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