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Arrival
Day 1
JRO Airport – Moshi town
JRO Airport – Moshi town
Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport; meet by our knowledgeable driver guide, after greetings and double check your bags will transfer you to Moshi town (45 minutes’ drive). Briefing will be provided by your Kilimanjaro professional and experienced guide. Your Kilimanjaro guide will also check your climbing equipment’s. Anything missing can be rented for you.
Accommodation: Panama Garden Resort or Similar.
- Main Destination:
- Moshi (Town)
- Accommodation:
- Panama Garden Resort
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Moshi Town – Marangu Gate – Mandara Hut
Moshi Town – Marangu Gate – Mandara Hut
Accommodation: Mandara Hut.
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On the first day, we begin with a morning briefing and introductions before driving to Kilimanjaro Park's Eastern Gate at Marangu (1,860m). Here, your head guide handles necessary permits and registration for rescue services. The trek begins towards Mandara Hut (2,700m), passing through rainforest, where rain showers are likely, so pack a raincoat.
To aid acclimatization, we recommend:
Avoid caffeine or alcohol
Drink at least 4 liters of water throughout the day
Take Diamox for altitude sickness (consult a physician beforehand)
Inform your guide of any adverse symptoms
Acclimatization discomfort, like nausea or headaches, is common at night due to lower oxygen levels.
Change in Elevation: Marangu Gate (1,860m) to Mandara Hut (2,700m) Distance: 11km Time: 5-7 hours
Accommodation: Mandara Hut.
- Main Destination:
- Marangu Gate (Mt Kilimanjaro)
- Accommodation:
- Budget camping
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Mandara Hut – Horombo Hut
Mandara Hut – Horombo Hut
After breakfast, the group departs Mandara Hut for a moderate trek to Horombo Hut (3,720m), the second-highest camp. Upon arrival, enjoy views of the Kibo and Mawenzi volcanoes.
In the afternoon, you'll embark on an acclimatization hike towards Kibo Hut, gaining 200 meters in elevation before returning to Horombo Hut for dinner. The acclimatization hike is an easy trek designed to aid in altitude adaptation and increase your chances of summiting Kilimanjaro. It’s important to take these hikes seriously to avoid altitude sickness.
Trekking from Mandara Hut to Horombo Hut:
Elevation Gain: Mandara Hut (2,700m) to Horombo Hut (3,720m)
Distance: 10km
Time: 5-6 hours
Acclimatization hike:
Elevation Gain: Horombo Hut (3,720m) to 3,920m
Distance: 2.5km
Time: 1-2 hours
Accommodation: Horombo Hut.
- Main Destination:
- Mount Kilimanjaro
- Accommodation:
- Budget camping
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Horombo Hut – Kibo Hut
Horombo Hut – Kibo Hut
On this day, right after breakfast the group will be trekking to the Kibo Hut (4,700 m). The actual trekking is not very difficult, just remember to stick with an appropriate pace to keep up your strength for the climbing Kilimanjaro’s summit. When you reach the camp, you will be served lunch, after which we recommend you sleep as much as you can, avoid any strenuous activity, and drink lots of water.
Change in Elevation: Horombo Hut (3,720m) – Kibo Hut (4,700m)
Hiking Distance: 10km
Hiking Time: 4- 8 hours
Accommodation: Kibo Hut.
- Main Destination:
- Mount Kilimanjaro
- Accommodation:
- Budget camping
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Kibo Hut – Uhuru Peak – Horombo Hut
Kibo Hut – Uhuru Peak – Horombo Hut
Night departure from Kibo Hut (4,700 m) and the start of your trekking to Kilimanjaro's summit: Uhuru peak (5,895 m). This stretch of Marangu Route is of a moderate physical difficulty, but high altitude puts any climbers body to the test. For the entire length of the trekking each pair of climbers will be accompanied by their own guide, who will be monitoring your stamina and mental resolve. After your successful ascent to Uhuru Peak, you can descend to the nearest glacier if desired. Then you will return to Kibo Camp and after a two-hour rest continue your descent to Horombo Hut (3,720 m).
Please note: 90% of mountain accidents - including broken limbs - happen on the way down. However, they are easily avoided by taking care of how and where you step.
Change in Elevation: Kibo Hut (4,700m) – Uhuru Peak (4,700m) – Horombo Hut (3,720m)
Hiking Distance: 16km
Hiking Time: 9 - 12 hours
Accommodation: Horombo Hut.
- Main Destination:
- Uhuru Peak (Mt Kilimanjaro)
- Accommodation:
- Budget camping
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Horombo hut – Marangu gate – Moshi town
Horombo hut – Marangu gate – Moshi town
You will be offered a warm breakfast in the morning, after which we will head for the Kilimanjaro National Park's exit: Marangu Gate (1,860 m). After your descent the whole group will gather to congratulate you, and then you will have the chance to share your opinions on the trip in the guestbook. Lastly, we will present you with your commemorative certificates (in our office) and provide you a transfer back to the hotel.
Change in Elevation: Horombo Hut (3,720m) – Marangu Gate (1,860m)
Hiking Distance: 18km
Hiking Time: 5 - 6 hours
Accommodation: Panama Garden Resort or Similar.
- Main Destination:
- Marangu Gate (Mt Kilimanjaro)
- Accommodation:
- Panama Garden Resort
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 7
Moshi Town – JRO Airport
Moshi Town – JRO Airport
After breakfast at your hotel today we shall have a short walk around Moshi town then transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport back home or proceed to Zanzibar
Note: while most hotels have an 10:00 AM check-out policy, they also offer late check-out for those with evening or night departure. The fees are moderate.
End of tour!
- Main Destination:
- No major destination visited
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
