6-Day Marangu Route Kilimanjaro Trekking Tour

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

Marangu Gate to Mandara Huts

Depart Arusha and drive to Marangu Gate for registration before beginning your Kilimanjaro climb. Trek through lush rainforest filled with eucalyptus trees, birds and possible Colobus monkey sightings. The trail can be wet and muddy at lower elevations before reaching Mandara Huts for dinner and overnight.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

Budget camping

Meals & Drinks:

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

Mandara Huts to Horombo Huts

Continue beyond the forest into open heath and moorland, where spectacular views of Mawenzi and Kibo begin to appear. The steady ascent takes you through changing vegetation and increasingly dramatic landscapes. Arrive at Horombo Huts, where you can relax and enjoy impressive views of Kilimanjaro.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

Budget camping

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Horombo Acclimatization Day

Spend an extra day at Horombo Huts to help your body adjust to the increasing altitude. Depending on your condition, enjoy an acclimatization hike toward Mawenzi or visit the striking Zebra Rocks. Return to Horombo for rest, meals and another overnight stay while preparing for the higher elevations ahead.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

Budget camping

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Horombo Huts to Kibo Huts

Leave Horombo and cross the vast alpine desert between Mawenzi and Kibo. The landscape becomes increasingly barren, with volcanic rocks scattered across the high-altitude terrain. Reach Kibo Huts in the afternoon, organize your summit equipment, enjoy an early meal and rest before the midnight ascent.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

Budget camping

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Kibo Huts to Uhuru Peak to Horombo Huts

Begin around midnight and climb through steep, loose terrain toward Gilman’s Point on the crater rim. Continue onward to Uhuru Peak at 5,895m, the highest point in Africa. After celebrating your summit achievement, descend to Kibo for a short rest and meal before continuing down to Horombo Huts.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

Budget camping

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Horombo Hut to Marangu Gate and Arusha

After breakfast, begin your final descent through moorland and lush rainforest toward Marangu Gate. Upon arrival, collect your summit certificate and say farewell to your mountain crew. Leave Kilimanjaro National Park and transfer back to hotel at Arusha for a refreshing shower, relaxation and celebration.

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.