7 Days Mount Kilimanjaro Hike via Marangu Route

Trekking Overview

Trip summary

The Marangu Route offers a challenging yet accessible path to the roof of Africa, combining natural beauty with cultural richness. This 7 Day itinerary provides ample time for acclimatization, increasing your chances of reaching Uhuru Peak safely. Whether you’re a seasoned trekker or embarking on your first high-altitude adventure, Mount Kilimanjaro via the Marangu Route promises an unforgettable experience and a lifetime of memories.

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Itinerary

DAY BY DAY

Day 1: Arrival in Tanzania

Welcome to Tanzania! Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport and transfer to your hotel in Moshi.

Meet your guide for a briefing and gear check.

Rest and prepare for the adventure ahead.

Kilimanjaro Wonders hotel
Dinner & Breakfast

Day 2: Marangu Gate to Mandara Hut

After breakfast, drive to Marangu Gate (1,860m) to complete registration and entrance formalities.

Begin your trek through lush rainforest, immersing yourself in the natural beauty of the area.

Reach Mandara Hut (2,700m) and settle in for the night. Enjoy dinner and rest.

Mandara Hut
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 3: Mandara Hut to Horombo Hut

Depart Mandara Hut after breakfast, continuing your ascent through the forest.

Arrive at the halfway point, known as Maundi Crater, where you’ll be rewarded with stunning views of the surrounding landscape.

Continue trekking through the heather and moorland zones, arriving at Horombo Hut (3,720m) in the afternoon.

Rest, acclimatize, and admire the breathtaking scenery.

Horombo hut
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 4: Horombo Hut to Kibo Hut

Leave Horombo Hut and venture into the lunar-like desert landscape of the saddle between Mawenzi and Kibo peaks.

Arrive at Kibo Hut (4,703m) in the late afternoon, where you’ll be served an early dinner.

Rest and mentally prepare for the challenging summit attempt.

Kibo hut
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 5: Summit Day - Kibo Hut to Uhuru Peak to Horombo Hut

Wake up around midnight for a light breakfast and start the strenuous climb to Uhuru Peak (5,895m) – the highest point in Africa.

Trek through rocky terrain, past Hans Meyer Cave, and ascend the steep switchbacks known as Gilman’s Point.

Continue along the crater rim to Stella Point and push on to Uhuru Peak, where you’ll celebrate an incredible achievement.

Descend to Horombo Hut for a well-deserved rest, dinner, and a good night’s sleep.

Horombo hut
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 6: Horombo Hut to Marangu Gate and Departure

After breakfast, bid farewell to the mountain as you trek down to Marangu Gate.

Receive your summit certificates and enjoy a celebration with your team.

Transfer to your hotel in Moshi for a hot shower, relaxation, and reflection on your remarkable journey.

Celebrate your accomplishment with a delicious dinner and perhaps a traditional Tanzanian dance.

Kilimanjaro Wonders hotel
Dinner

Day 7: Departure

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast and transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport or continue on with your next adventure in Tanzania.

Please note that the Kilimanjaro climb itinerary may vary depending on weather conditions, group’s acclimatization progress, and other factors. Your guide will ensure your safety and make necessary adjustments along the way. Stay positive, pace yourself, and embrace the challenge as you conquer the majestic Kilimanjaro via the Marangu Route!

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