“A hasty person misses the sweet things”

The Route Overview

The Marangu route is a fantastic option for your climb! It’s very popular and also the cheapest, so you can enjoy all the benefits of a great route at an affordable price. And the best part is that it’s the only route that offers mountain huts instead of tents for the overnight stays! The route takes you straight up to the summit and then back down again via the same route! The altitude changes per day are significant, which makes this route an incredible challenge for experienced climbers.

The ascent via the Marangu route is an incredible five-day adventure! However, it is highly recommended that you add an extra day to give your body time to adjust to the high altitude, which is a truly incredible experience! If you want to make the most of your adventure, you can stay an extra night in Horombo huts on the fourth day and go on an amazing acclimatisation hike! This extra day is your ticket to reaching the summit!

Day 01 :

Arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport for your climb

When you arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport, our friendly guide will be there waiting for you with a big smile on his face! He will then drop you off at your hotel, where you can relax from your flight.
While at the hotel, you will meet your guide before the start of your climb. He will give you a full briefing and offer advice on what to wear, what to pack, and other important tips to make your climb as comfortable and successful as possible!

Day 02 :

Marangu Gate (1,860 m/6,102 ft) - Mandara Huts (2,720 m/8,923 ft)

Get ready for an amazing day! Your guide will pick you up from the hotel in the morning and take you to Marangu Gate. The first part of the hike takes you through gorgeous coffee and banana plantations, and then you get to cross some untouched rainforest! After a seven-hour hike, you'll reach the incredible Mandara huts. In the afternoon, you have the option to go to the Maundi crater, a volcanic crater near the Mandara huts, or you can just rest and enjoy the beautiful surroundings. As this is your first day at this altitude, remember to drink plenty of water!

Day 03 :

Mandara Huts (2,720 m/8,923 ft) - Horombo Huts (3,720 m/12,204 ft)

As you venture from the Mandara Huts, you'll be treated to a breathtaking transformation of landscapes. From cloud forests to grass plains, you'll witness a diverse array of natural wonders, including heather and other unique vegetation. As you ascend, the landscape transforms, and the vegetation recedes, giving way to a lunar-like expanse. And now, the air is becoming ever more thin and crisp! After lunch, you have the perfect opportunity to go on an acclimatisation hike! It's a short ascent of 200 metres, and then you can return to Horombo Huts for dinner and an overnight stay.

Day 04 :

Horombo Huts (3,720 m/12,204 ft) - Kibo Huts Camp (4,720 m/15,485 ft)

Today, get ready for an incredible hike through a stunning Alpine desert, all the way to a breathtaking point between two of the world's most famous mountain peaks: Kibo and Mawenzi! The hike is an invigorating challenge that takes you through expansive, open landscapes with less shelter. You'll arrive at Kibo Camp for lunch, and then you can relax and get ready for the grand finale of your trip!

Day 05 :

Kibo Huts (4,720 m/15,485 ft) - Uhuru Peak (5,895 m/19,340 ft) - Horombo Huts (3,720 m/12,204 ft)

In the midst of the night, you embark on an exhilarating journey to Uhuru Peak, your flashlight guiding the way. The first part of this climb is the most exciting part! It's a challenge, but you'll love it. You'll reach Gilman's Point before you know it. From here, you're almost there! Uhuru Peak is just a short distance away and the climb is relatively easy. Once you reach the summit, you'll be treated to a truly breathtaking sunrise! Once you've celebrated your amazing achievement at the top, it's time to start your descent! You'll be making your way down through the Kibo Huts Camp, all the way down to the Horombo huts for dinner and an overnight stay. Get ready for an amazing day! You'll be on your feet for about twelve hours, so prepare yourself for a challenging but rewarding day!

Day 06 :

Horombo Huts (3,720 m/12,204 ft) - Marangu Gate (1,860 m/6,102 ft) - hotel

On this final day on the mountain, you'll descend to Marangu Gate, the exit of Kilimanjaro National Park. This is where you'll collect your certificate, and it's well-deserved!
This is a wonderful five-to-six-hour walk through the beautiful forests of Kilimanjaro. Your guide will then take you to your hotel, where you'll get a well-deserved rest.

Day 07 :

Flight home from Kilimanjaro International Airport after the climb

It's time to head home, but don't forget to enjoy your last moments on holiday! Make the most of your last hours in Tanzania! Our driver will be coming by to pick you up and take you to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your flight home. Still longing for more? And there's more! You can also add a few days of safari, Cultural experience or a beach holiday to your Kilimanjaro adventure!