5-Day Marangu Route – a Journey to Uhuru Peak

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

Moshi to Marangu Gate to Mandara Hut

Your Kilimanjaro adventure begins with a scenic drive from Arusha to Marangu Gate, where you will complete all registration and park entry formalities before starting your trek. From the gate, hike through the lush and beautiful montane rainforest, surrounded by towering trees, unique vegetation, and the sounds of tropical birds.

Along the trail, you may encounter blue colobus monkeys, bird species, and other wildlife. Your professional mountain guide will enrich the experience with fascinating insights into Kilimanjaro’s history, wildlife, vegetation, and local culture.

Day Highlights:

Elevation: 1,860 m to 2,700 m / 6,100 ft to 8,858 ft
Distance: 8 km / 5 miles
Hiking Time: 4–5 hours
Habitat: Rainforest
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Elevation Gain: 840 m
Accommodation: Mandara Hut.

Main Destination:

Marangu Gate (Mt Kilimanjaro)

Accommodation:

Mandara Hut

• Budget mountain hut located on Mt Kilimanjaro

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Meals & Drinks:

• Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Mandara to Horombo Hut

After an early breakfast, begin another exciting day of trekking as you leave Mandara Hut and continue through the remaining rainforest before the landscape gradually opens into the beautiful heath and moorland zone.

As you ascend, enjoy spectacular views of Kilimanjaro’s unique volcanic landscape. On a clear day, you may catch your first impressive views of Kibo and Mawenzi, two of the three volcanic cones that form Mount Kilimanjaro.

Your experienced mountain guide will maintain a comfortable pace and provide guidance on altitude acclimatization. As you gain elevation, you may begin to notice the effects of altitude, so proper hydration and a steady pace are important.

Day Highlights:
Elevation: 2,700 m to 3,700 m / 8,858 ft to 12,139 ft
Distance: 12 km / 7.5 miles
Hiking Time: 5–6 hours
Habitat: Heathland & Moorland
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Elevation Gain: 1,000 m
Accommodation: Horombo Hut.

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 your exhilarating ascent towards Kibo Hut, the final base camp before your summit attempt. The trail gradually leaves the heathland behind as you enter the stark and spectacular alpine desert, where the vegetation becomes sparse and the landscape increasingly rugged.

Trekking across the Saddle, the vast desert-like plateau between Kibo and Mawenzi Peaks, you will experience breathtaking mountain scenery and a true sense of approaching Africa’s highest summit.

After approximately 5–6 hours of trekking, arrive at Kibo Hut, situated at around 4,700 meters. Enjoy dinner and settle in for an early rest. Your guide will brief you about the summit attempt, while you prepare your equipment and mentally prepare for the exciting challenge ahead.

Day Highlights
Elevation: 3,700 m to 4,700 m / 12,139 ft to 15,420 ft
Distance: 9 km / 5.5 miles
Hiking Time: 5–6 hours
Habitat: Alpine Desert
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Elevation Gain: 1,000 m
Accommodation: Kibo Hut.

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- Uhuru Peak to Horombo Hut

Just after midnight, your professional mountain guides will wake you with a warm cup of tea and a light meal as you prepare for the most exciting and challenging day of your Kilimanjaro adventure.

Begin your summit trek in the darkness, ascending slowly through the rugged alpine desert towards Gilman’s Point and Stella Point. After several hours of determined hiking you will reach Stella Point on the crater rim where you can pause and take in the breathtaking views as the first light of dawn appears.

After capturing unforgettable summit memories, begin your descent towards Kibo Hut for a short rest before continuing down to Horombo Hut where you will enjoy a well-earned dinner and overnight stay.

Day Highlights
Summit Elevation: 5,895 m / 19,341 ft
Starting Elevation: 4,700 m / 15,420 ft
Descent: To 3,700 m / 12,139 ft
Distance: Approx. 6 km up / 15 km down
Hiking Time: 6–8 hours up / 5–7 hours down
Habitat: Alpine Desert
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Horombo Hut.

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 to Moshi

Today is a day of celebration as you enjoy your final breakfast on Mount Kilimanjaro before beginning the descent to Marangu Gate. The trail offering a refreshing change of scenery after the high-altitude landscapes.

Although the descent is long, it is generally much easier than the demanding ascent. After approximately 4–5 hours of hiking, arrive at Marangu Gate, where you will complete the park formalities and celebrate your achievement with your guides, porters, and mountain crew.

You will have the opportunity to thank and tip your dedicated mountain team for their hard work and support throughout the climb. Afterward, collect your Kilimanjaro summit certificate before meeting your driver for a comfortable transfer back to the airport

Day Highlights

Elevation: 3,700 m to 1,860 m / 12,139 ft to 6,102 ft
Distance: Approx. 20 km / 12.5 miles
Hiking Time: 4–5 hours
Habitat: Montane Forest
Meals: Breakfast
Elevation Loss: Approx. 1,840 m.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Non-alcoholic drinks

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