6-Day Kilimanjaro Adventure (Marangu Route)

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

Marangu Gate to Mandara Hut

You'll depart from Arusha to Marangu gate, complete all the required formalities before you begin our trek through the beautiful thick forest that clothes the lower reaches of Kilimanjaro. On your way to the top, our professional guide will brief you about the history of Kilimanjaro, types of vegetation, and much more as you climb to the summit.
- Altitude: 1,870m to 2,720m
- Distance: 8km (approx. 3–4 hours)
- Hike through lush rainforest. Chance to spot monkeys and birds. Dinner and overnight at Mandara Hut.

Main Destination:

Marangu Gate (Mt 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

You will wake up early today, as you have a big day of trekking ahead of you! We begin our day through the forest until the trails open up to the start alpine zone.
If the weather is clear, you will get a glimpse of Kibo and Mawenzi-two of the three volcanic peaks that make up the summit of Kilimanjaro Mountain. - Altitude: 2,720m to 3,720m
- Distance: 12km (approx. 6 hours)
- Hike through moorland with stunning views of Mawenzi.
Overnight at Horombo Hut.

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 Day at Horombo Hut

No need to pack you bags today as you’ll stay a second night at Horombo. Your guide will take you on an acclimatization walk to Zebra rocks and the base of Mawenzi peak where you’ll have glorious views of Kibo looming over the saddle. The rest of the day be spent at camp where you can put your feet up and catch up on some rest.

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

It’s another big day of trekking, as you will make your way to Kibo hut and rest for the night ahead of your attempt to summit the roof of Africa. Climbing almost 4,130 meters, you will arrive at Kibo Hut in the evening.
Make sure you drink a lot of water during dinner, as you will be up bright and early tomorrow to start your quest to the summit. Dinner, rest, and prepare for the summit climb.
- Altitude: 3,720m to 4,700m
- Distance: 10km (approx. 6 hours).

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)

Kibo Hut to Uhuru Peak, then descend to Horombo Hut

Just after midnight 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.
You will be hiking in pitch darkness for 5 to six hours, so take it easy and you will make it to Stella Point a few hours before sunrise. From here, there will be an additional two hours of extreme hiking before you achieve your ultimate objective.

- Altitude: 4,700m to 5,895m (Uhuru peak) then down to 3,720m
- Distance: 6km ascent + 15km descent (12–14 hours total)
- Celebrate at the summit, then descend to Horombo Hut.

Main Destination:

Uhuru Peak (Mt 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

Today is a day of joy, as you enjoy your last breakfast on the Mountain before climbing down to Marangu Gate. It’s almost 19 19-kilometer walk down to Marangu Gate, but it will be a lot easier compared to climbing up the mountain.
Upon arrival at the gate, you will have an opportunity to celebrate with your guides, potters, and the cook for their hard work and offer them tips.
Later on collect your certificate of completion. Your driver will drive you back to your hotel in Arusha for a good well-deserved rest.

Main Destination:

Marangu Gate (Mt Kilimanjaro)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

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

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• You'll be dropped off at the airport.