7-Day Marangu Route Kilimanjaro Climb

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

Arrival

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you will be greeted and transferred to your hotel. Check in at Le Jacaranda Hotel, where you can relax and unwind. Enjoy the comfortable amenities and prepare for your upcoming adventure. Dinner and an overnight stay will be provided at the hotel before you begin your journey the following day.

Main Destination:

Arusha (City)

Accommodation:

Jacaranda Hotel Nairobi

• Mid-range hotel located in Nairobi (City)

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Meals & Drinks:

• Dinner (Breakfast & lunch not included)
• Drinks not included

Marangu Gate to Mandara Hut

After breakfast, you'll receive a general briefing before driving to Marangu Gate for formal registration and crew preparations. While your guide organizes the necessary permits, you'll begin your trek towards Mandara. The trail takes you along a clear ridge and through a fascinating mist-covered rainforest, draped with moss. This area is ideal for spotting wildlife like colobus monkeys and more. Arrive at Mandara in the evening for dinner and an overnight stay at Mandara Hut.

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

Breakfast then followed by moderate climb through the alpine meadow, grassland and moorland and
then stretch to Maundi Crater to view the spectacular Kibo Crater in a range before regain position and
opt into the moorland. This is the area where most of the Kilimanjaro plants will be easily to encounter
with, such as lobelia and giant groundsel. Arriving at Horombo hut for dinner and overnight stay.

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)

Acclimatization at Horombo Hut

This day is dedicated to acclimatization, with a hike towards Mawenzi. Along the way, you may also visit the Zebra Rocks. Afterward, return to Horombo Hut, where you can explore the surrounding area, allowing your body to continue adapting to the altitude and weather. This gradual approach helps improve your chances of a successful summit. Dinner and overnight stay will be at 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 Kibo Hut

After breakfast, depart for Kibo Hut, walking into the saddle between Mawenzi and Kibo. Pass the last water point before entering the barren volcanic landscape, with stunning views of Mawenzi Peak. Upon arrival at Kibo, take a long rest and prepare for the final push, as you’ll be attempting the summit right after midnight. This is a critical stage in your journey, ensuring you’re well-rested before the summit attempt.

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)

Ascent to Uhuru Peak and Descent to Horombo Hut

Wake up around midnight for a quick snack before starting your ascent to the summit. The climb begins on a scree slope, with freezing temperatures and a steep incline from Kibo to the summit ridge at Gilman’s Point. This route is physically challenging due to the high altitude, testing your endurance. Push through, and with perseverance, you’ll reach Uhuru Peak at sunrise, the highest point in Africa. Spend time at the summit, taking pictures, then descend to Kibo Hut for a rest before continuing down to Horombo. Dinner and overnight at 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

After a farewell breakfast at Horombo, you'll descend to Marangu Gate to officially sign off from Mount Kilimanjaro. Upon completion, you'll be awarded your certificate for successfully summiting the mountain. Afterward, you will be transferred back to your hotel in Arusha for a well-deserved rest.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

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.