Marangu Gate (1860 m) - Mandara Huts (2700 m)

Mount Kilimanjaro - Walking distance: 8 km, Duration: 3-5 hours, Altitude gain: 840 m

Departure from the hotel at 8:00 am to Marangu Gate (1,860 m) takes approximately 2 hours. Upon arrival, complete registration, meet the guide and porters, and pack all equipment, which takes 1 to 2 hours.

Begin the Marangu Route, walking through the rainforest.

The path is wide, gravelly, and slightly steep, but the forest is stunning, with charming streams, picturesque scenery, and small waterfalls.

Lunch will be at Kisamboni picnic area. In 2 hours, you will reach Mandara Huts, where the vegetation transitions to alpine heath and moorland.

Walking Highlights
• Blue monkeys • Colobus monkeys • Maundi Crater • Waterfalls • Colorful birdlife • Lichens and mosses • Variety of flowers

Where will we Sleep?

Mandara Hut

Mandara Hut is well-equipped to meet your needs. It features frame mountain huts with bunk beds. Here, trekkers gather for a shared purpose, allowing interaction with like-minded climbers.

Mount Kilimanjaro - Walking Highlights
• Blue monkeys • Colobus monkeys • Maundi Crater • Waterfalls • Colorful birdlife • Lichens and mosses • Variety of flowers

Where will we Sleep?

Mandara Hut

Mandara Hut is well-equipped to meet your needs. It features frame mountain huts with bunk beds. Here, trekkers gather for a shared purpose, allowing interaction with like-minded climbers.

Mandara Huts - Horombo Huts (3700 m)

Mount Kilimanjaro - Walking distance: 12 km, Duration: 5-7 hours, Altitude gain: 1000 m

In the morning, begin walking through the forest. Soon, the trees will disappear, and the moorland, dominated by heather, will take over.

Enjoy excellent views of Kibo and Mawenzi peaks. The vegetation offers more open vistas, with hills and a few dry creeks.

Lunch will be 2 hours before reaching Horombo Huts. (No rush during the walk. Take your time!)

Walking Highlights
• Hills • Kibo Peak • Mawenzi Peak • Colobus monkeys • Giant senecios and lobelias • Creeks

Where will we Sleep?

Horombo Huts

A cluster of wooden huts in a forest clearing, similar to those at Mandara. Basic shelter is provided, and you will have dinner and an overnight stay at Horombo Huts.

Mount Kilimanjaro - Walking Highlights
• Hills • Kibo Peak • Mawenzi Peak • Colobus monkeys • Giant senecios and lobelias • Creeks

Horombo Huts - Kibo Huts (4700 m/15420 ft)

Mount Kilimanjaro - Walking distance: 9.5 km, Duration: 5-7 hours, Altitude gain: 1000 m

In the morning, continue climbing uphill. The vegetation ends, and you will pass several water streams. Soon, you will reach the “Last Water Point” at 4200 m, where you can collect water. Cross many ridges uphill to the “Saddle,” a plain desert between Mawenzi and Kibo peaks.

After lunch, a 2-hour climb to Kibo Hut awaits. Although the path doesn’t appear steep, the hike becomes a significant effort. The landscape can change dramatically, with windswept areas and large clouds or open skies. This part is truly enjoyable. While looking at Kibo, you will see the challenge ahead for the night…

Walking Highlights
• Open and windswept • Saddle • Alpine desert • Ridge • Last Water Point • Mawenzi and Kibo peaks

Where will we Sleep?

Kibo Hut

You will sleep in dormitories with limited facilities. At night, all final preparations for the summit climb are made. Porters assist in repacking only the necessary items.

Kibo Hut Overnight stay, Dinner, and Breakfast

Mount Kilimanjaro - Walking Highlights
• Open and windswept • Saddle • Alpine desert • Ridge • Last Water Point • Mawenzi and Kibo peaks

Summit (5895 m)

Mount Kilimanjaro - Mt Kilimanjaro Summit

Walking distance: 5.5 km (up) + 15 km, Duration: 10+ hours

Wake up between 11:00 and 11:30 pm. Prepare with your gear and have breakfast. Around midnight, start the hike to the summit, where you will see strings of little lights from climbers ahead.

Although the slope is steep, the path itself is manageable. Take your time.

There are two landmarks that serve as brief resting points. After 1:30 hours, cave rocks appear on the path, slightly slippery, known as Jamaican Rocks. Another 1:30 hours will bring you to Uhuru Peak.

Descend for lunch at Kibo Huts. You must pack up your gear and continue for 3 hours to Horombo Huts…

Walking Highlights
• Uhuru Peak • Crater rim • Glaciers • Sunrise at Africa’s Highest Point • Breathtaking Views

Where will we Sleep?

Horombo Huts

A cluster of wooden huts in a forest clearing. Basic shelter is provided, and you will have dinner and an overnight stay at Horombo Huts.

Mount Kilimanjaro - Walking Highlights
• Uhuru Peak • Crater rim • Glaciers • Sunrise at Africa’s Highest Point • Breathtaking Views

Horombo Huts - Marangu Gate Mt Kilimanjaro Marangu Route

Mount Kilimanjaro - Walking distance: 20 km, Duration: 5 hours

After breakfast, continue descending. Lunch at Mandara Huts, then descend to Marangu Gate. The path is familiar, so it’s just a matter of reaching the Marangu Gate.

At the gate, complete more formalities, then bid farewell to your guides and board the vehicle waiting to take you to your hotel for hot showers and cold beverages.

Where will we Sleep?

Arusha Tourist Inn

After a challenging trek on Kilimanjaro, drive back to Arusha and spend the night at the Arusha Tourist Inn Hotel.

Amenities:
• Rooms, all with TV • Private bathroom • Wi-Fi • Hot shower • Breakfast Included

Mount Kilimanjaro - Walking distance: 20 km, Duration: 5 hours

After breakfast, continue descending. Lunch at Mandara Huts, then descend to Marangu Gate. The path is familiar, so it’s just a matter of reaching the Marangu Gate.

At the gate, complete more formalities, then bid farewell to your guides and board the vehicle waiting to take you to your hotel for hot showers and cold beverages.

• Other dietary requirements available upon request
• Complimentary bath towel provided
• Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
• Free day tour available upon request
• Convenient airport pick-up and drop-off included
• Professional multilingual driver/guide (English, Spanish, French)
• Refreshments including drinking water and wine provided

• Travel Insurance
• Visas
• Tips and gratitude for driver Guide and safari cook
• Travel insurances
• All things of personal nature
• International flights

Also known as the Tourist Route and Coca Cola Route, Marangu Route is the oldest established route on Mount Kilimanjaro.

Many people claim that the Marangu route is the cheapest, easiest, and most popular, but such a statement isn’t entirely true. Though it might be the least expensive, it is not the easiest or the most sought-after. The easiest route would be the Rongai, while the Machame route takes the crown for popularity.

It can be misleading to label the Marangu Route as the easiest. It is the easiest to organize, and it provides a comfortable and wide walking path, along with hut accommodations. However, among all the routes to the summit of Kilimanjaro, Marangu has the lowest success rate!

The Marangu route complicates altitude acclimatization and is less scenic, given that the ascent and descent follow the same path.

It’s important to note that while the Marangu Route offers dormitory-style hut accommodations, a sleeping bag remains a necessity.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.