5-Day Mount Kilimanjaro- Marangu Route Trekking

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

Arusha to Marangu Gate then hiking to Mandara Hut

After breakfast and a briefing, drive for 2–3 hours to Marangu Gate for registration before starting the trek. Hike through the rainforest to Mandara Camp. An optional visit to Maundi Crater offers great views of Northern Tanzania and Kenya. Along the way, spot eucalyptus trees, birds, and colobus monkeys. Spend the night at Mandara Hut in preparation for the next day’s hike.

Elevation: 1860m/6100ft to 2700m/8875ft
Distance: 8km/5mi
Hiking Time: 3-4 hours
Habitat: Montane Forest
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.

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

After breakfast, depart the rainforest clearings and follow a steadily rising trail across open moorland to Horombo Camp. Enjoy impressive views of Mawenzi and Kibo’s summit, and watch for giant lobelias and groundsels along the way. As you gain altitude, you may start to feel its effects. Overnight at Horombo Hut.

Elevation: 2700m/8875ft to 3700m/12,200ft
Distance: 12km/7.5mi
Hiking Time: 5-6 hours
Habitat: Heathland
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner.

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 Kibo Hut

After breakfast, continue ascending and pass the last water point, heading across the saddle between Kibo and Mawenzi. Vegetation fades from heathland into a barren, moonlike landscape. Arrive for dinner, rest, and preparation for the summit attempt. Staying at Kibo Hut’s high altitude helps improve acclimatization before the final climb.

Elevation: 3700m/12,200ft to 4700m/15,500ft
Distance: 9km/5.5mi
Acclimatization: Kibo Hut is at a high altitude, allowing for better acclimatization before the summit push.
Hiking Time: 5-6 hours
Habitat: Alpine Desert
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner.

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 Summit then descending to Horombo Hut

In the early hours (midnight to 2 a.m.), begin the steep ascent over loose scree or snow to Gilman’s Point on the crater rim. From there, continue to Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa, with stunning views along the way. After celebrating and taking photos at the summit, descend to Kibo Hut for rest and lunch, then continue down to Horombo Camp for the night.

Elevation: 4700m/15,500ft to 5895m/19,340ft
Down to 3700m/12,200ft
Distance: 6km/4mi up / 15km/9mi down
Hiking Time: 6-8 hours up / 15km/9mi down
Habitat: Alpine Desert
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner.

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 Moshi/Arusha

After breakfast, descend steadily through the moorland to Mandara Hut, then continue along a forest trail to Marangu Gate. Lower sections can be wet and muddy, so gaiters and trekking poles are useful. Lighter clothing is usually sufficient, but keep rain gear and warm layers handy. A vehicle will meet you at the gate for the 2–3 hour transfer back to your hotel in Moshi or Arusha.

Elevation: 3700m/12,200ft to 1700m/5500ft
Distance: 20km/12.5mi
Hiking Time: 4-5 hours
Habitat: Forest
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch.

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.
• You'll be dropped off at the airport.