6-Day Kilimanjaro Marangu Route Trek with Uhuru Peak Summit

After breakfast, we make a short journey from your hotel in Marangu to the National Park gate for the necessary formalities. We then begin the climb through fascinating tropical rainforest and reach the first stop at Mandara Hut for dinner and overnight. Alternatively, you can simply rest and relax in the beautiful forest around the camp.

Marangu Gate to Mandara Hut (2,700 m): 5-6 hours walking.

On-mountain night - camping (or huts on the Marangu route). Every climber stays the same way each night; there is no accommodation tier to choose on the mountain itself.

Today, the first part of the walk is a steep ascent through the forest, but the path soon opens out into moorland and, in clear weather, there are great views of Kibo and Mawenzi peaks. We arrive at Horombo Hut in mid-afternoon, where you can relax and enjoy the stunning scenery around the camp.

Mandara Hut to Horombo Hut (3,720 m): 4-6 hours walking.

On-mountain night - camping (or huts on the Marangu route). Every climber stays the same way each night; there is no accommodation tier to choose on the mountain itself.

Today we walk toward Mawenzi Hut, passing the Zebra Rocks. This extra day and night at Horombo are for additional acclimatization. We recommend drinking enough water and walking slowly. All meals for the day are provided at Horombo Hut.

Horombo Hut to further improve our acclimatization.

On-mountain night - camping (or huts on the Marangu route). Every climber stays the same way each night; there is no accommodation tier to choose on the mountain itself.

Today we climb very gradually toward the lunar desert of the Saddle between Mawenzi and Kibo. These 6-7 hours of walking are taken at a slow pace until we reach Kibo Hut (4,700 m), where we spend the night in a comfortable hut.

There is no running water at Kibo Hut. The remainder of the day is spent relaxing in preparation for the final ascent, followed by a very early night.

Horombo Hut to Kibo Hut (4,700 m): 4-6 hours walking.

On-mountain night - camping (or huts on the Marangu route). Every climber stays the same way each night; there is no accommodation tier to choose on the mountain itself.

Wake up before midnight under the cover of darkness. We begin a steep climb over loose volcanic scree with some well-graded zig-zags, and a slow but steady pace takes us to the rim of the main crater at Gillman's Point (5,685 m). We rest there for a few minutes to enjoy the sunrise over Mawenzi.

Those who are still feeling good can continue slowly to make the three-hour round trip from here along the crater rim to Uhuru Peak (5,895 m), the highest point in Africa. After a few minutes to appreciate your accomplishment, we descend to Kibo Hut very quickly for some refreshment, then continue down to reach Horombo Hut.

Kibo Hut to Summit to Horombo Hut (3,720 m): 13-15 hours walking.

On-mountain night - camping (or huts on the Marangu route). Every climber stays the same way each night; there is no accommodation tier to choose on the mountain itself.

Today we descend past Mandara Hut to Marangu National Park. Successful climbers will receive their summit certificates. From here, you will be transferred to Kilimanjaro Mountain Resort for dinner and overnight.

Horombo Hut to Marangu Gate: 6-7 hours walking.

DEPARTING DAY:

Departure day - no accommodation booked for tonight.