7-Day Mt Kilimanjaro Climbing Through Marangu Route

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

Nairobi to moshi

Enjoy a comfortable shuttle bus journey from nairobi to moshi tanzania. The trip takes you through scenic landscapes as you travel south toward the tanzania border. After arriving at the border you'll continue toward moshi a beautiful town at the foot of mt kilimanjaro. The journey typically takes 7hrs to 9 hrs.

Main Destination:

Moshi (Town, Tanzania)

Accommodation:

Springlands Hotel

• Mid-range hotel located in Moshi (Town)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Moshi to marangu gate

Departing from Moshi, you will head to Marangu Gate to complete the necessary formalities before commencing your trek. The trail kicks off with an ascent through stunning tropical rainforest, offering glimpses of blue monkeys at the forest's upper edge. As you continue, the trail broadens, revealing picturesque hillsides until you arrive at Mandara Hut. En route, you will traverse the village of Marangu on the mountain's lower slopes before reaching the park gate to prepare for the ascent ahead. Your first afternoon's hike unfolds amidst the forest, with opportunities to spot colobus monkeys, culminating at Mandara Hut, a delightful cluster of A-frame huts nestled in a forest clearing.

Main Destination:

Marangu Gate (Mt Kilimanjaro, Tanzania)

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

Transitioning from Mandara Hut to Horombo Hut entails an elevation gain from 2,700m (8,858ft) to 3,720m (12,205ft) across a distance of 12km (7,5mi), with an estimated hiking time of six to eight hours. This segment traverses through a habitat characterized by heath vegetation. The journey commences with a forest trail, gradually opening into expansive high moorland. En route, participants may be treated to their initial vistas of Kibo and Mawenzi peaks, prominent components of Kilimanjaro's summit comprising three volcanic peaks.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro (Tanzania)

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)

Acclimatizationday

Early in the morning, our professional guides will wake you up with a cup of tea and a light meal for energy as you dress and get ready for the adventure ahead.
Hike to zebra rocks and return to Horombo. This day is dedicated to acclimatization and rest. You will return to the hut to rest and prepare for the next day trekking.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro (Tanzania)

Accommodation:

Horombo Hut

• Budget mountain hut located on Mt Kilimanjaro

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Horombo hut to kibo hut

Horombo Hut to Kibo Hut:
- Elevation: 3,700m (12,205ft) to 4,700m (15,430ft)
- Distance: 10km (6mi)
- Hiking time: 6—8 hours
- Habitat: Alpine desert

During this leg of the journey, you will ascend gradually, traversing the lunar-like desert terrain known as the 'Saddle' nestled between Mawenzi and Kibo peaks. Your base camp, Kibo Hut, is at the foot of the Kibo crater wall. Upon arrival, you can rest and indulge in an early dinner, preparing yourself for the upcoming summit day.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro (Tanzania)

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)

Summitday

The trekking begins around midnight. Ascend to Gillmans point and continue to Uhuru peak(5,895 m). Descend to kibo for a short rest then continue to horombo.-
From Kibo Hut to Uhuru Peak:
Elevation: 4,700m (15,430ft) to 5,900m (19,341ft)
- Distance: 6km
- Hiking time: 6—8 hours
- Habitat: Arctic
Uhuru Peak to Horombo Hut:
- Elevation: 5,900m (19,341ft) to 3,700m (12,250ft)
- Distance: 16km
- Hiking time: 4—5 hours
- Habitat: Heath.

Main Destination:

Uhuru Peak (Mt Kilimanjaro, Tanzania)

Accommodation:

Kibo Hut

• Budget mountain hut located on Mt Kilimanjaro

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Horombo hut to marangu gate

Horombo Hut to Marangu Gate:
- Elevation: 3,700m (12,205ft) to 1,840m (6,046ft)
- Distance: 20km (12mi)
- Hiking time: 5—7 hours
- Habitat: Rainforest

On your final day, embark on a long trek, mostly downhill, through the lush tropical rainforest from Horombo Hut to Marangu Gate. Upon reaching the park headquarters at Marangu Gate, you will collect your summit certificates. A vehicle will be waiting to transport you back to Moshi.

Main Destination:

Marangu Gate (Mt Kilimanjaro, Tanzania)

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.