6-Day The Maranguru Route Experience

• 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 will head to Marangu Gate to complete the 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 will traverse the village of Marangu 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:

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

Mandara Hut to Horombo Hut

Transitioning from Mandara Hut to Horombo Hut entails an elevation gain from 2,700m (8,858ft) to 3,720m (12,205ft) across a distance of 12km (7,5mi), with an estimated hiking time of six to eight hours. This segment traverses through a habitat characterized by heath vegetation. The journey commences with a forest trail, gradually opening 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 Ridge

Horombo Hut to Mawenzi Ridge:
- Elevation: 3,720m (12,205ft) to 4,400m (14,400ft)
- Distance: 5km (3mi)
- Hiking time: 2—3 hours
- Habitat: Heath

Mawenzi Ridge to Horombo Hut:
- Elevation: 4,400m (14,400ft) to 3,720m (12,205ft)
- Distance: 5km (3mi)
- 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 will 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: 3,700m (12,205ft) to 4,700m (15,430ft)
- Distance: 10km (6mi)
- 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 at the foot of the Kibo crater wall. Upon arrival, you can 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 - Horombo

From Kibo Hut to Uhuru Peak:
- Elevation: 4,700m (15,430ft) to 5,900m (19,341ft)
- Distance: 6km
- Hiking time: 6—8 hours
- Habitat: Arctic

Uhuru Peak to Horombo Hut:
- Elevation: 5,900m (19,341ft) to 3,700m (12,250ft)
- Distance: 16km
- Hiking time: 4—5 hours
- Habitat: Heath

Embark on the challenging ascent from Kibo Hut to the summit of Uhuru Peak, enduring extreme conditions and climbing through darkness. After reaching the summit, descend to Horombo Hut, where you will 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 - Arusha

Horombo Hut to Marangu Gate:
- Elevation: 3,700m (12,205ft) to 1,840m (6,046ft)
- Distance: 20km (12mi)
- Hiking time: 5—7 hours
- Habitat: Rainforest

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 will collect your summit certificates. A vehicle will be waiting to transport you back to Arusha.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

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

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