6-Day Mount Kilimanjaro Adventure – Marangu Route

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

Moshi / Arusha – Marangu Gate (1843m) – Mandara Hut (2700m)

After breakfast, transfer from Moshi or Arusha to Marangu Gate for registration and trek briefing. Begin your ascent through dense rainforest, where towering trees, vibrant birdlife, and black-and-white colobus monkeys are often seen. The well-maintained trail climbs gradually, allowing for an easy start as you approach Mandara Hut, your first overnight stop surrounded by peaceful forest scenery.
Hiking Distance: ~8 km | Time: 4–5 hours
Habitat: Rainforest.

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)
• Drinks not included

Mandara Hut (2700m) – Horombo Hut (3720m)

Today the trail opens into heather and moorland, offering wide views of Mawenzi and Kibo Peaks. As vegetation thins, the landscape becomes increasingly alpine, providing a true sense of climbing Africa’s highest mountain. Arrive at Horombo Hut, a spacious and scenic base camp, where you’ll rest and enjoy panoramic views while preparing for further acclimatization.
Hiking Distance: ~12 km | Time: 6–8 hours
Habitat: Moorland.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

Horombo Hut

• Budget mountain hut located on Mt Kilimanjaro

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Acclimatization at Horombo Hut (3720m)

This important acclimatization day allows your body to adapt to the altitude, greatly improving summit success. Take an optional hike toward Mawenzi Ridge, enjoying sweeping views of volcanic formations, alpine desert, and rugged peaks. Return to Horombo Hut for lunch and relaxation, with time to hydrate, rest, and mentally prepare for the days ahead.
Optional Hiking Distance: ~5 km | Time: 2–3 hours
Habitat: Moorland & Alpine Desert.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

Horombo Hut

• Budget mountain hut located on Mt Kilimanjaro

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Horombo Hut (3720m) – Kibo Hut (4703m)

Trek across the vast alpine desert, leaving moorland behind as you approach the base of Kibo Peak. Pass the “Last Water Point” while enjoying expansive views of glaciers and volcanic terrain. Reach Kibo Hut in the afternoon, where you’ll rest, enjoy an early dinner, and prepare for the overnight summit ascent.
Hiking Distance: ~9 km | Time: 6–8 hours
Habitat: Alpine Desert.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

Kibo Hut

• Budget mountain hut located on Mt Kilimanjaro

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Kibo Hut (4703m) – Uhuru Peak (5895m) – Horombo Hut (3720m)

Shortly after midnight, begin the final summit push, climbing steadily toward Gilman’s Point (5,681m) on the crater rim. From here, continue to Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa, and witness an unforgettable sunrise above the clouds. After photos and celebration, descend back to Kibo Hut for a short rest before continuing to Horombo Hut, reflecting on this incredible achievement.
Hiking Distance: ~16 km | Time: 10–14 hours
Habitat: Arctic Zone, Alpine Desert & Moorland.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

Horombo Hut

• Budget mountain hut located on Mt Kilimanjaro

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Horombo Hut (3720m) – Marangu Gate (1843m) – Moshi / Arusha

Descend through moorland and lush rainforest, enjoying the changing scenery and cooler air. Upon arrival at Marangu Gate, successful climbers receive their official Kilimanjaro summit certificates. Transfer back to Moshi or Arusha, marking the end of a truly unforgettable Mount Kilimanjaro experience.
Hiking Distance: ~20 km | Time: 5–7 hours
Habitat: Moorland & Rainforest.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• Drinks not included

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