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Arrival
Day 1
Arrival in Moshi town
Arrival in Moshi town
Arrival in Moshi – Overnight at La Mama Hotel
Arrive in Moshi Town and transfer to La Mama Hotel for check-in and overnight stay. After settling in, you will have time to relax and prepare for your upcoming Mount Kilimanjaro adventure via the Marangu Route. Our team will provide a pre-climb briefing, equipment check, and final preparations to ensure you are ready for the trek. Overnight at La Mama Hotel.
- Main Destination:
- Moshi (Town)
- Accommodation:
- La Mama Hotel
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Marangu gate to Mandara Hut
Marangu gate to Mandara Hut
After breakfast, you will drive from Moshi to Marangu Gate, where you will complete the registration and meet your mountain crew. The trek begins through the lush rainforest of Mount Kilimanjaro, following a well-maintained trail with beautiful vegetation and the possibility of spotting monkeys and various bird species. The hike is gentle but gradually becomes steeper as you gain altitude. After approximately 4–5 hours of trekking, you will arrive at Mandara Hut, located at about 2,720 meters above sea level. Upon arrival, you will have time to rest, explore the surrounding area, and enjoy the peaceful mountain environment. Dinner will be served at the hut, followed by an overnight stay. This first day allows you to acclimatize gradually while enjoying the scenic beauty of the Marangu Route.
Day 3
Mandara Hut to Horombo Hut
Mandara Hut to Horombo Hut
After breakfast at Mandara Hut, you will begin your trek toward Horombo Hut. The trail gradually leaves the rainforest behind and enters the beautiful moorland zone, where you will enjoy spectacular views of the surrounding landscape and, weather permitting, glimpses of Mount Kilimanjaro’s peaks. The hike takes approximately 5–7 hours, depending on your pace and rest stops. Along the way, you will pass through scenic valleys and open heathland as you continue gaining altitude. Upon reaching Horombo Hut at approximately 3,720 meters, you will check in and have time to rest and enjoy the mountain scenery. Dinner will be served at the hut, followed by an overnight stay. The evening is ideal for relaxing and allowing your body to acclimatize to the increasing altitude.
Day 4
Acclimatization at Horombo Hut
Acclimatization at Horombo Hut
Today is dedicated to acclimatization at Horombo Hut, allowing your body to adjust to the increasing altitude before continuing higher on Mount Kilimanjaro. After breakfast, you will take a short acclimatization hike around the surrounding area, gaining some elevation before returning to Horombo Hut for rest. You will enjoy the beautiful views of Kibo and Mawenzi peaks while taking it easy and staying well hydrated. In the afternoon, relax at the hut and prepare for the next stage of your climb. Dinner will be served at Horombo Hut, followed by an overnight stay.
- Main Destination:
- Mount Kilimanjaro
- Accommodation:
- Horombo Hut
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Horombo Hut to Kibo Hut
Horombo Hut to Kibo Hut
After breakfast at Horombo Hut, you will begin your trek toward Kibo Hut, passing through the scenic alpine desert zone of Mount Kilimanjaro. The trail gradually becomes steeper as you cross the Saddle, a wide and rocky area between the peaks of Kibo and Mawenzi. The landscape becomes increasingly barren, with fewer plants and a quiet, rugged atmosphere. The trek takes approximately 5–7 hours, depending on your pace and rest stops. Upon arrival at Kibo Hut, situated at approximately 4,703 meters above sea level, you will have dinner and rest while preparing for the midnight summit attempt. An early bedtime is recommended to get as much rest as possible before the challenging summit climb. Overnight at Kibo Hut.
- Main Destination:
- Mount Kilimanjaro
- Accommodation:
- Kibo Hut
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Summit Uhuru peak and descent to Horombo Hut
Summit Uhuru peak and descent to Horombo Hut
You will wake around midnight and begin the challenging summit ascent from Kibo Hut under the stars. The trail leads across steep scree toward Gilman’s Point at approximately 5,681 meters, where you will take a short rest before continuing along the crater rim toward Stella Point. From there, you will follow the final stretch to Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa at 5,895 meters. After reaching the summit, take time to celebrate your achievement and enjoy the breathtaking views before beginning the descent. You will descend carefully to Kibo Hut for a short rest and refreshments, then continue down toward Horombo Hut. The descent offers beautiful views of the surrounding landscape and is generally easier than the ascent, although the long day can be tiring. Arrive at Horombo Hut in the evening for dinner and a well-deserved overnight rest.
- Main Destination:
- Mount Kilimanjaro
- Accommodation:
- Horombo Hut
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 7
Horombo Hut to Marangu Gate and back to Moshi
Horombo Hut to Marangu Gate and back to Moshi
After breakfast at Horombo Hut, you will begin your final descent toward Marangu Gate. The trail passes through the beautiful moorland and lush rainforest zones, offering a pleasant change in scenery as you descend to lower elevations. The trek takes approximately 5–7 hours, depending on your pace and rest stops. Upon reaching Marangu Gate, you will complete the check-out procedures and receive your summit certificates as a celebration of your achievement. You will then meet your driver and transfer back to Moshi. Upon arrival and enjoy a well-deserved rest after completing your Mount Kilimanjaro adventure. This marks the end of your Kilimanjaro trekking tour, with wonderful memories and a great sense of accomplishment.
- Main Destination:
- Moshi (Town)
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
