Marangu Route – 6 Days

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, our experts will greet you and escort you to the hotel in Moshi for dinner and breakfast, following the provided instructions. Later, we will convene for a Kilimanjaro briefing and equipment check.

After breakfast, we’ll transport you from Moshi to Marangu gate at 1830m/7,000ft. Once at the gate, you’ll be directed to gather your hiking essentials as our experts guide you into the rainforest. This stage offers a chance to observe wildlife. The day concludes at Mandara Hut at 2700m/8,858ft, where dinner and overnight accommodations await. The trek covers a distance of 8km/4 miles, taking 3-4 hours, with a habitat primarily in the rainforest.

Today’s journey takes us from the forest to moorland, providing stunning views of Mawenzi and Kibo peaks. Arriving at Horombo hut at 3720m/12,204ft, you can relax and enjoy the scenery. The trek covers a distance of 12km/7 miles, taking 4-6 hours, with a habitat in heather and moorland.

On the third day, we head towards Mawenzi hut, passing the zebra rocks. This day is dedicated to acclimatization, with a focus on slower walking and reduced water consumption. Meals are provided throughout the day during the 4-5 hours of walking.

Today, we venture into the lunar desert, covering a distance of 10km/6 miles over 5-7 hours to reach Kibo Hut at 4700m/15,419ft. This hut offers a comfortable resting place before the final ascent. The habitat transitions to alpine desert.

Beginning at midnight, we ascend through volcanic scree to Gilmans point at 5685m/18,651ft. Continuing across the snow leads to Uhuru Peak at 5895m/19,340ft. After descending to Kibo Hut, a brief stop precedes moving to Horombo Hut. Covering 20km/12 miles, this stretch takes 11-15 hours, with the habitat in the summit zone.

The final day takes us to Marangu National Park Gate at 1830m/6003ft, passing through Mandara Hut at 2700m/8,858ft. Summit certifications are awarded for the successful climb
before heading back to the hotel in Moshi for a concluding dinner. The trek covers a distance of 20km/12 miles, primarily in the rainforest habitat. This marks the end of the journey.