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Arrival

Day 1
Marangu Gate to Mandara Hut
Marangu Gate to Mandara Hut
On day 1 of your Kilimanjaro trek, you hike through dense rainforest, though at points there are openings in the vegetation that offer views of the farmlands which cover the base of the mountain outside of the Kilimanjaro National Park. The day’s trail ends at Mandara Hut, where you overnight.

Day 2
Mandara Hut to Horombo Hut
Mandara Hut to Horombo Hut
On Day 2, you trek through more beautiful rainforest before the landscape gradually shifts to moorland. The snowcapped peaks of Kibo and Mawenzi become visible in the distance. After six to eight hours of trekking, you arrive at Horombo Hut, where you’ll spend the night.

Day 3
Horombo Hut to Mawenzi Ridge to Horombo Hut
Horombo Hut to Mawenzi Ridge to Horombo Hut
This extra day is dedicated to acclimatization and includes a day hike to Mawenzi Ridge. The trail offers impressive views of both Kibo and Mawenzi peaks, along with striking alpine scenery. After time spent exploring and taking in the dramatic landscape, we return to Horombo Hut to rest and recover.
- Main Destination:
- Mount Kilimanjaro
- Accommodation:
- Horombo Hut
- Meals & Drinks:

Day 4
Horombo Hut to Kibo Hut
Horombo Hut to Kibo Hut
Today you’ll cross the Saddle, a vast, windswept plateau of volcanic rock that stretches five miles between the peaks of Mawenzi and Kibo. The terrain is barren and dramatic, with a noticeable drop in vegetation as you climb higher. Tonight, you’ll rest at Kibo Hut in preparation for your summit push.
- Main Destination:
- Mount Kilimanjaro
- Accommodation:
- Kibo Hut
- Meals & Drinks:

Day 5
Kibo Hut - Summit - Horombo Hut
Kibo Hut - Summit - Horombo Hut
Very early in the morning, commence the climb to the summit on steep and heavy scree or snow up to Gilman’s Point located on the crater rim (elev 5700m/18,700ft). Continuing, we now ascend to Uhuru Peak, which is the highest point in Africa. There are unbelievable views at every turn. Have your picture taken at the summit to show your friends and family. From here we descend, stopping for lunch and a rest at Kibo before continuing on to the Horombo encampment.
The beginning of this climb is done in the dark and requires headlamps or flashlights. It will be very cold until you start descending, so you will need all of your warm layers. This is by far the most difficult part of the trek with many switchbacks. Going slowly “pole pole” and an optimistic attitude will get you there!
- Main Destination:
- Mount Kilimanjaro
- Accommodation:
- Horombo Hut
- Meals & Drinks:

Day 6
Horombo Hut – Mandara – Marangu Gate - hotel
Horombo Hut – Mandara – Marangu Gate - hotel
After breakfast, a steady descent takes us down through moorland to the Mandara Hut. Continue descending through lush forest path to the National Park gate at Marangu. At lower elevations, it can be wet and muddy. Gaiters and trekking poles will help. Shorts and t-shirts will probably be plenty to wear (keep rain gear and warmer clothing handy). Kilimanjaro Unforgettable vehicle will meet you at Marangu gate to drive you back to your hotel in Moshi (about 1 hour).
- Main Destination:
- Mount Kilimanjaro
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks: