6 Days to the Roof of Africa: Marangu Route

Journey through forest, desert, snow – summit awaits.

OVERVIEW


The Marangu route is a classic trek on Mount Kilimanjaro. It is the oldest, most well established route. Many favor the Marangu route because it is considered to be the easiest path on the mountain, given its gradual slope. It is also the only route which offers sleeping huts in dormitory style accommodations.

The minimum days required for this route is five, although the probability of successfully reaching the top in that time period is quite low. Spending an extra acclimatization day on the mountain is highly recommended when climbing Kilimanjaro using the Marangu route.

ITINERARY


Day 1: Marangu Gate (1,860m) – Mandara Hut (2,700m)

Hiking time: 3–4 hours

Distance: ~8 km

Habitat: Rainforest πŸŒΏ

Trek through lush rainforest alive with birds and monkeys before reaching Mandara Hut.

Day 2: Mandara Hut – Horombo Hut (3,720m)

Hiking time: 5–6 hours

Distance: ~12 km

Habitat: Heath & moorland πŸŒΎ

Climb steadily into moorland terrain with views of Mawenzi Peak. Overnight at Horombo Hut.

Day 3: Acclimatization Day at Horombo Hut

Optional hike to Zebra Rocks or Mawenzi Ridge for acclimatization. Return to Horombo Hut for rest and preparation.

Day 4: Horombo Hut – Kibo Hut (4,700m)

Hiking time: 5–6 hours

Distance: ~10 km

Habitat: Alpine desert β›°οΈ

Cross the saddle between Mawenzi and Kibo Peaks to reach Kibo Hut, base for your summit push.

Day 5: Kibo Hut – Uhuru Peak (5,895m) – Horombo Hut

Hiking time: 10–12 hours

Distance: ~20 km

Habitat: Arctic, then moorland πŸŒΎ

Start the summit attempt at midnight, reaching Uhuru Peak at sunrise. After celebrating, descend back to Horombo Hut.

Day 6: Horombo Hut – Marangu Gate (1,860m)

Hiking time: 5–6 hours

Distance: ~18 km

Descend through rainforest to Marangu Gate, where you collect your summit certificate before returning to Moshi/Arusha.

Included βœ”: All park fees (conservation, camping/hut, and rescue fees) β€’ Professional mountain guides, cooks, and porters β€’ Accommodation in mountain huts during the climb β€’ Meals on the mountain (breakfast, lunch, dinner, and drinking water) β€’ Transfers to/from Marangu Gate β€’ Camping/hiking equipment (tents, tables, chairs – where applicable) β€’ Oxygen cylinder & first aid kit β€’ Kilimanjaro climbing certificate after a successful summit

Not Included βœ–: International flights β€’ Visa & travel insurance β€’ Tips β€’ Personal climbing gear (sleeping bags, trekking poles, boots, clothing, etc.) β€’ Personal expenses β€’ Extra hotel nights before/after the climb (unless arranged)

TRANSFERS


Transfers can be arranged between the airport, Arusha/Moshi, between hotels, restaurants and attractions, either on a seat-in-coach basis, or the private hire of an entire vehicle. All pick-up times are arranged to tie in with flight departures and scheduled tours. Our guides work to this timetable, collecting guests from each hotel en route to their intended destination.

TREKKING TOURS


2 Days Mount Longido
4 Days Mt. Meru Trek
6 Days Marangu Route
7 Days Lemosho Route
`7 Days Machame Route

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