5-Day Mount 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 1800m to Mandara Hut 2700m

Hiking Duration: 4-5 hours
Distance: 8 km / 5 miles
Habitat: Rainforest

After breakfast we we will pick you up at your lodge in Arusha or Moshi, depart from your hotel and head to Marangu Gate, where you'll complete registration before starting your trek. The journey begins with a scenic hike through lush rainforest, offering a chance to spot playful monkeys and vibrant birdlife along the trail. The cool, misty atmosphere and towering trees create a magical setting as you ascend. After an invigorating 4-5 hour trek, arrive at Mandara Hut, where you’ll settle in for the night, surrounded by the serene sounds of nature.

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 3720m

Hiking Time:6-7 hours
Distance: 12 km / 7.5 miles
Habitat:Moorland

After a hearty breakfast at camp, set off on a scenic trek through the breathtaking moorland zone. As you ascend, the trail unveils stunning panoramic views of Mount Kilimanjaro, with its towering peaks and vast landscapes stretching into the horizon. The path gradually winds through lush vegetation, transitioning into an open expanse dotted with giant lobelias and groundsels, unique to this high-altitude environment. Along the way, keep an eye out for native wildlife and vibrant alpine flora. After an invigorating day of trekking, you’ll arrive at Horombo Hut, your resting place for the night, where you can relax, refuel, and soak in the beauty of your surroundings.

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 3700m to Kibo Hut 4703m

Hiking Time: 6-7 hours
Distance: 10 km / 6.2 miles
Habitat: Alpine Desert

On your third day on the mountain, after an energizing breakfast, you will continue your ascent as the landscape transforms. The lush vegetation begins to fade, giving way to the vast and rugged alpine desert. The air becomes cooler and drier, making each step more challenging yet rewarding. As you trek higher, the breathtaking views of the surrounding peaks and valleys will inspire you to push forward. By late afternoon, you’ll reach Kibo Hut, your base for the night. Here, you'll rest and prepare for the ultimate challenge—the final ascent to the summit under the starlit sky.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

Kibo Hut

• Budget mountain hut located on Mt Kilimanjaro

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Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Kibo Hut to Uhuru Peak 5895m to Horombo Hut 3720m

Hiking Time: 10-14 hours (6-8 hours ascent, 4-6 hours descent)
Distance: 22 km / 13.7 miles
Habitat: Arctic (summit) and alpine desert

Your summit adventure begins at midnight, as you embark on a challenging yet rewarding climb to the roof of Africa. The steep ascent under a starlit sky takes you through rugged alpine terrain, with the goal of reaching Uhuru Peak just in time to witness a breathtaking sunrise over the vast African plains. After celebrating your incredible achievement at 5,895 meters, start your descent, passing through rocky slopes and changing landscapes. A short break at Kibo Hut allows for some recovery before continuing down to Horombo Hut, where a well-earned rest awaits, marking the completion of an unforgettable day on Kilimanjaro.

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 1870m

Hiking Time: 5-6 hours
Distance: 20 km / 12.4 miles
Habitat: Rainforest

This marks your final descent on the mountain. After an early breakfast at the campsite, you will begin your journey down through the lush rainforest, enjoying the sounds of nature and the vibrant greenery along the way. The trail leads to Marangu Gate, where you will complete your trek and receive your well-earned summit certificate as a testament to your achievement. Here, you'll bid farewell to your mountain crew before being transferred back to your hotel in Moshi or Arusha town, where you can relax and reflect on your incredible journey up Kilimanjaro.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner 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.