Marangu Route Kilimanjaro Trek

8 days—Trek Africa’s highest peak through rainforest, moorland and alpine desert with comfortable mountain hut accommodation

$1790-1890 USD

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Safari summary

Climb Mount Kilimanjaro via the Marangu Route, one of the mountain’s most established trekking routes and the only route where trekkers sleep in permanent mountain huts rather than camping tents. This 6-day trekking program includes an important acclimatization day at Horombo Hut, giving you additional time to adjust to the increasing altitude before the summit attempt.
The adventure begins in the lush montane rainforest at Marangu Gate before continuing through heath and moorland toward Horombo Hut. An acclimatization hike around the Horombo area provides an opportunity to explore the spectacular high-altitude landscape while preparing for the summit. From Horombo, the trail crosses the alpine desert between Mawenzi and Kibo before reaching Kibo Hut, the final overnight stop before the summit.
The summit attempt begins during the night, climbing toward Gilman's Point and continuing along the crater rim to Uhuru Peak at 5,895 metres, the highest point in Africa. After reaching the summit, descend to Horombo Hut for a well-earned rest before continuing through the rainforest to Marangu Gate.
The package also includes an arrival day in Moshi with hotel accommodation, a pre-trek briefing and preparation, followed by a departure day after completing the mountain trek.

About this tour

	Tour type	Custom, tailor-made, private
	Main focus	None
	Activity level	Strenuous activity
	Best months	January, February, March, June, July, August, September, October, November, December
	Countries	Tanzania
	Parks	Kilimanjaro

Fine details

Safari highlights

Hiking | trekking

What’s included?

Accommodation
Airport transfers
Meals
Park fees
Private vehicle and driver

What’s not included?

Alcoholic beverages
Internal flights
International flights
Laundry
Tips and gratuities
Visas

Itinerary

Pre Day Arrival in Moshi

Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), where you will be met by the Kiwia Africa Tours team and transferred to your hotel in Moshi. After check-in, you will have time to rest and prepare for your Kilimanjaro adventure. Later, your mountain guide will conduct a pre-trek briefing covering the trekking program, mountain safety, equipment, altitude awareness and what to expect during the climb. Your equipment can also be checked and organized before the following morning.

Parkview Hotel in Moshi

Marangu Gate to Mandara Hut

Kilimanjaro

After breakfast, drive from Moshi to Marangu Gate for registration and the necessary park formalities. Meet your mountain crew and begin your trek through the beautiful montane rainforest. The trail gradually ascends beneath tall trees and dense vegetation, with opportunities to observe the unique flora and birdlife of Kilimanjaro. You may also make a short excursion toward Maundi Crater depending on time and weather.Continue to Mandara Hut, where you will have dinner and spend your first night

Mandara Hut

Mandara Hut to Horombo Hut

Kilimanjaro

After breakfast, leave Mandara Hut and continue upward as the rainforest gradually gives way to open heath and moorland. The landscape becomes increasingly dramatic, with views toward the volcanic peaks of Mawenzi and Kibo. Continue at a steady pace while allowing your body to adapt to the increasing altitude.Arrive at Horombo Hut in the afternoon, settle into your accommodation and enjoy dinner while taking in the surrounding mountain scenery.Distance: Approximately 11–12 km it take 5-7 hours

Horombo Hut

Horombo Hut Acclimatization Day

Kilimanjaro

Today is dedicated to acclimatization. Rather than continuing directly toward Kibo, spend an additional night at Horombo Hut to give your body more time to adapt to the altitude. After breakfast, take a guided acclimatization hike toward the higher areas around Mawenzi, potentially visiting the Zebra Rocks area depending on conditions and the group's ability. The hike provides beautiful views of Kibo and Mawenzi later return to sleep at the lower elevation of Horombo.

Horombo Hut

Horombo Hut to Kibo Hut

Kilimanjaro

After breakfast, begin the trek toward Kibo Hut. The trail crosses the spectacular Saddle, the high-altitude desert between Mawenzi and Kibo. Vegetation becomes increasingly sparse as you enter the alpine desert zone. The summit of Kibo gradually dominates the landscape as you approach the final camp. Arrive at Kibo Hut in the afternoon. After an early dinner, prepare your summit equipment and get as much rest as possible before the nighttime summit attempt. Distance: Approximately 9–10 km

Kibo Hut

Kibo Hut to Uhuru Peak, to Horombo

Kilimanjaro

Wake around midnight and begin the most demanding part of the trek. Ascend slowly through the darkness over steep scree toward Gilman's Point on the crater rim. Continue along the crater rim toward Stella Point and then proceed toward Uhuru Peak at 5,895 metres, the highest point in Africa. After spending time at the summit and taking photographs, begin the descent toward Kibo Hut. After a short rest, continue descending to Horombo Hut. This is a very long and challenging day.

Horombo Hut

Horombo Hut to Marangu Gate to Mosh

Kilimanjaro

After breakfast, begin your final descent from Horombo Hut. Follow the trail through the moorland and back into the lush rainforest, retracing the lower section of the Marangu Route. Continue to Marangu Gate, where you will complete the final park procedures and receive your summit certificate if you successfully reached the summit. Meet your Kiwia Africa Tours transfer vehicle and drive back to Moshi. Check into your hotel, enjoy a shower and relax after completing your Kilimanjaro adventure.

Parkview Hotel Moshi

Departure from Moshi

Enjoy breakfast at your hotel and spend your remaining time relaxing or exploring Moshi depending on your flight schedule. At the appropriate time, your Kiwia Africa Tours driver will transfer you to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) for your onward flight, marking the end of your Kilimanjaro adventure.

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