Six days Kilimanjaro Climbing

6 days—Experience 6 days Marangu route tour adventure of Climbing Africa’s highest peak Mt. Kilimanjaro (5895m), various routes available for you. Book now

$1800-3500 USD

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Safari summary

This 6-day Kilimanjaro climbing Marangu route is the best tour adventure that takes you to the African continent's highest peak at 5,895 meters (19,340 feet). The majestic mountain is a snow-capped volcano. The 6 days Marangu route allows for a more gradual ascent, providing an extra day for acclimatization at Horombo Hut is crucial in minimizing the risk of altitude-related issues, such as altitude sickness. This 6-day Kilimanjaro climbing Marangu route is one of the most popular routes which is the oldest, shortest, and easiest, and is the only route that starts and ends in Moshi, it offers sleeping huts in dormitory-style accommodations in lieu of camping. It requires a good level of fitness and acclimatization to altitude.

The 6 days Kilimanjaro climbing Marangu route is the higher success rates in reaching the summit for climbers have more time to adjust to the changing altitudes, enhancing their overall chances of successfully reaching Uhuru Peak. The best time to climb Kilimanjaro through during the dry seasons, which are from January to March and from June to October. These periods offer the most favorable weather conditions with clear skies, less rainfall, and warmer temperatures. It is important to note that even during these dry seasons, the weather on Kilimanjaro can be unpredictable and can change rapidly, so it is essential to be well-prepared with appropriate clothing and gear.

The highlights on this 6 days Kilimanjaro climbing Marangu route itinerary:
Day 1: Marangu Gate (1,860 meters) to Mandara Hut (2,700 meters)
Day 2: Mandara Hut to Horombo Hut (3,720 meters)
Day 3: Acclimatization day at Horombo Hut (3,720 meters)
Day 4: Horombo Hut to Kibo Hut (4,703 meters)
Day 5: Kibo Hut to Uhuru Peak (5,895 meters) and descent to Horombo Hut
Day 6: Horombo Hut to Marangu Gate (1,860 meters) return to Moshi town

About this tour

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

Fine details

Safari highlights

Hiking | trekking

What’s included?

Accommodation
Private vehicle and driver

What’s not included?

Alcoholic beverages
All drinks
Hot air balloons
Internal flights
International flights
Laundry
Meals
Park fees
Premium alcoholic beverages
Spa treatments
Tips and gratuities
Visas

Itinerary

Day 1: Moshi to Mandara Hut

• Rising (ft): 6,046ft to 8,858ft • Stretch: 8 km • Climate: Rain Forest • Hiking time: 4-5 hours • Shelter: Mandara Hut Before starting our walk, the hiker(s) and the driver from Africa Natural Tours will go to the Kilimanjaro Marangu Gate to complete the required paperwork. Near the highest limit of the forest line, the trail climbs through a tropical rain forest where we occasionally spot jovial blue monkeys. Up until we arrive at the Mandara Hut campsite in mount Kilimanjaro.

Mandara Hut

Day 2: Mandara Hut to Horombo Hut

• Rising (ft.): 8,858ft to 12,205ft • Stretch: 12 km • Hiking time: 6-8 hours • Climate habitat: Heath / Moorland On the second day of our hike, we will ascend steeply through a woodland before emerging onto high moorland. We may get our first glimpses of the Kibo and Mawenzi peaks, two of the three volcanic peaks that make up Kilimanjaro's Marangu route summit, if the sky is clear and cloudless.

Horombo Hut

Day3: Mawenzi Hut to Horombo Hut

• Rising (ft.): 12,205ft to 14,160ft to 12,205ft • Stretch: 10 km • Hiking time: 3-5 hours • Climatic Habitat: Heath During this extra day, acclimatization takes place. We hike to Mawenzi Hut or all the way there and back up Mount Kilimanjaro. The unusual topography provides stunning views of Kibo and Mawenzi.

Horombo Hut

Day 4: Horombo Hut to Kibo Hut

• Rising (ft.): 12,205ft to 15,430ft • Stretch: 10 km • Hiking time: 6-8 hours • Climatic habitat: Alpine Desert In order to get to our campground, which is located at the base of the Kibo crater wall, hikers will progressively ascend on day four, then cross the lunar desert of the "Saddle" between Mawenzi and Kibo. After setting up camp, hikers can rest, eat a leisurely dinner, and get ready for their day of summit hiking on Kilimanjaro.

Kibo Hut

Day5: Uhuru Point to Horombo Hut

• Rising (ft): 15,430ft to 19,341ft to 12,205ft • Stretch: 22 km • Hiking time: 10-13 hours • Climatic habitat: Arctic The final push to reach the Roof of Africa starts when the hiker(s) and the team awaken in the middle of the night. The trail to Gilman's Point is very steep, so the ascent will be gradual. Uhuru Peak can be reached by traversing the crater rim from Gilman's. Before making their way all the way back to Horombo Hut, the hiker(s) and the team pause briefly at the summit.

Horombo Hut

day 6: Horombo Hut to Marangu Gate

• Descend (ft): 12,205ft to 6,046ft • Stretch: 20 km • Hiking time: 5-7 hours • Climatic habitat: Rain Forest Today's hike will be long, but it will be mostly downhill. Hikers can pick up their certificates at the park headquarters at the Kilimanjaro Marangu Gate after which they can take a car transfer to their hotel in Moshi Kilimanjaro Tanzania.

Moshi

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