Climb Kilimanjaro on a budget

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$1200-2000 USD

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Kilimanjaro Budget 5-Day Climb

Climbing Mount Kilimanjaro, the highest peak in Africa, can be a challenging but rewarding experience. While there are several routes to choose from, the Marangu Route is often considered the budget option due to its relatively lower cost compared to other routes. The Marangu Route is also the only route that offers hut accommodations, which can help reduce the overall cost of the climb.

The cost of a budget 5-day climb on the Marangu Route typically ranges from $1,200 to $1,500 per person. This includes accommodations, meals, park fees, guide and porter services, and safety equipment. However, it’s important to note that additional expenses such as tips for guides and porters (expected but not mandatory), personal gear rental, and travel insurance are not included in this price range. It’s recommended to book your climb with a reputable tour operator that prioritizes safety and environmental sustainability practices.

About this tour

	Tour type	Set-date, set-itinerary, group
	Main focus	Hiking \| trekking
	Activity level	Strenuous activity
	Best months	January, February, March, April, June, July, August, September, October, November, December
	Countries	Tanzania
	Parks	Kilimanjaro

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Safari highlights

Hiking | trekking

What’s included?

Accommodation
All drinks
Meals
Park fees
Private vehicle and driver

What’s not included?

Internal flights
International flights
Laundry
Tips and gratuities
Visas

Itinerary

Marangu Gate to Mandara Hut

Kilimanjaro

Marangu Gate (1,860m/6,100ft) to Mandara Hut (2,700m/8,858ft) After breakfast, you will be driven to the Marangu Gate where you will register and begin your hike. The first day of hiking is relatively easy and takes you through lush forest to Mandara Hut. You will pass through a thick rainforest with a lot of birdlife and some wildlife. The trail is wide and well-maintained. You will reach Mandara Hut in the late afternoon and have time to rest before dinner.

Mandara Hut

Mandara Hut to Horombo Hut

Kilimanjaro

Mandara Hut (2,700m/8,858ft) to Horombo Hut (3,700m/12,136ft) After breakfast, you will continue your ascent through the alpine meadows and moorland to Horombo Hut. The landscape becomes more barren as you ascend, and you will notice the vegetation becoming sparse. You will reach Horombo Hut in the early afternoon and have time to rest before dinner. This day’s hike is longer than the first day but still relatively easy.

Horombo Hut

Horombo Hut to Kibo Hut

Kilimanjaro

After breakfast, you will continue your ascent to Kibo Hut. This part of the hike is steeper and more challenging than the previous days. You will pass through a desolate landscape with little vegetation. The last water stop is at Horombo Hut, so make sure you fill up your water bottles before continuing on to Kibo Hut. You will reach Kibo Hut in the late afternoon and have an early dinner before retiring for a few hours of rest before your summit attempt.

Kibo Hut

Summit-uhuru peak-horombo hut

Kilimanjaro

You will wake up around midnight for your summit attempt. This is the most challenging part of the hike as you will be hiking in the dark with cold temperatures. You will ascend through scree and rocky terrain until you reach Gilman’s Point on the crater rim. From here, it is a short but steep hike to Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa. After taking in the views and celebrating your achievement, you will descend back to Horombo Hut for a well-deserved rest.

horombo hut

Horombo Hut Marangu Gate (

Kilimanjaro

Horombo Hut (3,700m/12,136ft) to Marangu Gate (1,860m/6,100ft) After breakfast, you will descend back to Marangu Gate where you will be met by our representative and transferred back to your hotel in Moshi for a hot shower and celebration dinner. This is a long descent and can be hard on your knees, so take it slow and enjoy the scenery.

Hotel in moshi

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