5-Day Summiting via Marangu Trails from Arusha

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

Arusha to Marangu Gate to Mandara Hut

Early in the Morning, Your journey begins with an early departure from Arusha, a scenic 2-3 hour drive to Marangu Gate (1,870 meters). Here, you'll complete registration and meet your experienced guides and porters. Start your trek through the verdant rainforest, home to towering trees and diverse wildlife. Arrive at Mandara Hut (2,720 meters) after a 4-5 hour hike. The hut is nestled in the forest, offering a comfortable resting place.

Distance: 8 km
Elevation Gain: 850 meters
Evening: Settle into the hut, enjoy a warm meal, and rest amidst the tranquility of the forest.

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

Early in Morning, After a hearty breakfast, continue your trek through the rainforest, transitioning into the unique moorland zone. Take a short detour to the Maundi Crater for panoramic views of Kibo and the surrounding landscape. During Afternoon Arrive at Horombo Hut (3,720 meters) after a 6-8 hour hike. The hut offers stunning views and a chance to acclimatize.

Distance: 12 km
Elevation Gain: 1,000 meters
Evening: Enjoy dinner and relax, soaking in the breathtaking scenery.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

Horombo Hut

• Budget mountain hut located on Mt Kilimanjaro

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Horombo Hut to Kibo Hut

Early in the Morning, Post breakfast, embark on the trek to Kibo Hut, crossing the Saddle, a high-altitude desert between Mawenzi and Kibo peaks. During Afternoon, Arrive at Kibo Hut (4,703 meters) after a 6-8 hour hike. The hut provides a strategic point to rest before the summit attempt.

Distance: 10 km
Elevation Gain: 980 meters
Evening: Have an early dinner and sleep early to prepare for the midnight ascent.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

Kibo Hut

• Budget mountain hut located on Mt Kilimanjaro

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Kibo Hut to Uhuru Peak to Horombo Hut

During Midnight, Wake up around 11:00 PM and start the challenging final ascent under the starlit sky.
In the Morning you will Reach Gilman’s Point (5,685 meters) on the crater rim, then continue to Uhuru Peak (5,895 meters), the highest point in Africa.

Distance: 6 km (ascent)
Elevation Gain: 1,192 meters
Morning: After capturing the moment at the summit, begin the descent back to Kibo Hut.
Afternoon: Rest briefly at Kibo Hut before continuing down to Horombo Hut.
Distance: 16 km (descent)
Total Hiking Time: 12-16 hours
Evening: Have dinner and rest at Horombo Hut, celebrating your achievement.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

Horombo Hut

• Budget mountain hut located on Mt Kilimanjaro

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Horombo Hut to Marangu Gate to Arusha

Early Morning After breakfast, descend through the moorland and rainforest back to Marangu Gate. Then you will transfer 2 hours back to Arusha,

Distance: 20 km
Descent: 1,800 meters
Hiking Time: 6-7 hours
Afternoon: Complete your descent, sign out, and collect your well-deserved summit certificates.
Evening: Return to Arusha, arriving in the late afternoon or evening, filled with unforgettable memories and a sense of accomplishment.

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.