5-Day Climb Mount Kilimanjaro via 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 1800 m to Mandara Hut 700m

Hiking Duration: 4–5 hours | Distance: 8 km (5 miles) | Habitat: Rainforest

After breakfast, you will be picked up from your lodge in Arusha or Moshi and driven to Marangu Gate for registration before beginning your trek. The hike starts through a lush rainforest, where you may spot playful monkeys and colorful birdlife along the trail.

As you ascend, the cool, misty air and towering trees create a magical atmosphere. After a rewarding 4–5 hour hike, you will arrive at Mandara Hut, where you can relax, enjoy the peaceful surroundings, and spend the night.

Main Destination:

Foothills of Mt 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 2700m to Horombo Hut 3720m

Hiking Time: 6–7 hours | Distance: 12 km (7.5 miles) | Habitat: Moorland

After a hearty breakfast, set out on a scenic trek through the stunning moorland zone. As you ascend, enjoy panoramic views of Mount Kilimanjaro’s towering peaks and vast landscapes. The trail transitions from lush vegetation to open terrain dotted with giant lobelias and groundsels, unique to this high-altitude environment.

Keep an eye out for alpine flora and occasional wildlife along the way. After a rewarding day of trekking, arrive at Horombo Hut, where you can relax, refuel, and enjoy an overnight stay surrounded by breathtaking scenery.

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– Kibo Hut 4703m

Hiking Time: 6–7 hours | Distance: 10 km (6.2 miles) | Habitat: Alpine Desert

After an energizing breakfast, continue your ascent as the landscape shifts dramatically from moorland to a stark alpine desert. Vegetation thins out, replaced by vast, rugged terrain under cooler, drier conditions, making the climb more challenging yet rewarding.

As you gain altitude, take in sweeping views of the surrounding peaks and valleys. By late afternoon, you will arrive at Kibo Hut, where you’ll rest, refuel, and prepare for the final summit push under the starlit sky.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

Kibo Hut

• Budget mountain hut located on Mt Kilimanjaro

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Kibo Hut 4703m 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 & Alpine Desert

Your summit attempt begins at midnight, as you set out on a challenging climb to the Roof of Africa. Trek under a starlit sky across steep, rugged terrain, reaching Uhuru Peak in time for a breathtaking sunrise over the African plains.

After celebrating your achievement, begin your descent to Kibo Hut for a short rest, then continue down to Horombo Hut. Here, you’ll enjoy a well-deserved rest after one of the most rewarding and unforgettable days on Mount Kilimanjaro.

Main Destination:

Uhuru Peak (Mt 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 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:

Marangu Gate (Mt 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.