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Marangu Route

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6 Days Marangu Route

The 6-day Marangu Route is a classic Kilimanjaro trek, featuring comfortable hut accommodations. Starting at Marangu Gate, trekkers pass through rainforests and moorlands, gradually ascending to Uhuru Peak. Its steady climb makes it suitable for climbers seeking adventure with comfort, while proper altitude acclimatization ensures a safe and rewarding summit experience.

Tour Summary & Map

Day 1 – Marangu Gate – Mandara Huts

Day 2 – Mandara Huts – Horombo Huts

Day 3 – To Mawenzi Ridge/Acclimatization Day

Day 4 – To Kibo hut

Day 5 – To Uhuru Peak

Day 6 – Descend to Marangu Gate

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Day 1 - Marangu Gate – Mandara Huts

Marangu Gate – Mandara Huts

We depart Moshi for Marangu Gate for the necessary formalities before beginning our trek. The hiking trail begins by ascending a beautiful, tropical rainforest. At the upper edge of the forest line, we have the opportunity to see blue monkeys. The trail then widens to expose beautiful hillsides until we reach to Mandara Hut.

Elevation (ft): 6,046 ft to 8,858 ft

Day 2 - Mandara Huts – Horombo Huts

Mandara Huts – Horombo Huts

After a good night’s sleep and a hearty breakfast, we emerge from the rain forest and continue on an ascending path, through the heathland, looking for giant lobelias and groundsels. Continue up into open moorlands where small shrubs are the main vegetation. Stop halfway for lunch, to enjoy amazing views of Mawenzi. Arrive at the Horombo Huts late afternoon beneath the spectacular Kibo Summit viewpoint. Temperatures begin to drop.

Elevation: 2700m/8875ft to 3700m/12,200ft

Day 3 - To Mawenzi Ridge/Acclimatization Day

To Mawenzi Ridge/Acclimatization Day

This is an extra day meant for acclimatization and can be spent day hiking on Mawenzi Ridge. The unique landscape offers motivating views of Kibo and Mawenzi. After spending a few moments exploring the area we head back to Horombo Hut.

Elevation (ft): 12,205 ft to 14,400 ft

Day 4 - To Kibo hut

To Kibo hut

We climb gradually then cross the lunar desert of the “Saddle” between Mawenzi and Kibo. Our camp, Kibo Hut, sits at the bottom of the Kibo crater wall. Once here we rest, enjoy an early dinner to prepare for the summit day.

Elevation (ft): 12,205 ft to 15,430 ft

Day 5 - To Uhuru Peak

To Uhuru Peak

You will wake up at 11pm for tea, snacks and dress warm, very early in the morning at 12 am, we begin our push to the summit. This is the most mentally and physically challenging portion of the trek. The wind and cold at this elevation and time of day can be extreme. We ascend in the darkness for several hours while taking frequent, but short, breaks. At Gilman’s Point (18,600 ft/5685m), you will be rewarded with the most magnificent sunrise you are ever likely to see coming over Mawenzi Peak. You will hike for I hour to Stella Point (18800ft/5756m), Finally, you will arrive at Uhuru Peak- the highest point on Mount Kilimanjaro and the continent of Africa.

Elevation (ft): 15,430 ft to 19,341 ft

Day 6 - Descend to Marangu Gate

Descend to Marangu Gate

On our last day, we have a long trek mostly downhill through the tropical rainforest. Once at the park headquarters at Marangu gate, we collect our summit certificates. A vehicle will meet us here and drive us back to the hotel in Moshi.

Elevation (ft): 12,205 ft to 6,046 ft

Includes & Excludes

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Pick-up and Drop-Off from the Airport
Meet And Greet Service
All Park Fees Collected by The Kilimanjaro National Park
2 Nights in The Hotel
All Meals on The Hike
Hiking and Safety Equipment
Personal Gear Rentals Kilimanjaro Gear List
Mountain Guide and Porters
Transportation
Enough treated & filtered drinking water throughout the trek
Government taxes
Oximeter
Emergency first-aid kit

Airfare Tips for porters, Guide, Cook and Assistant Guide
Visas
Flights
Tips to the mountain staff
Meals other than breakfast while in Arusha or Moshi
Additional nights beyond the two standard hotel nights included
Hotel upgrade costs if you decide to request an alternative hotel to the standard
Items considered to be non-essential, such as alcohol, beverages, cigarettes, snacks, etc

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