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Tanzania · Trekking
The journey
Climb Mount Kilimanjaro through the Marangu route, located on the southeast side of the mountain, on this 7-day trek. Take in wonderful views of Kibo, Mount Meru, and Mawenzi mountain as you follow the oldest route to the summit. Experience the incomparable natural beauty of Mount Kilimanjaro and reach Uhuru Peak on an unforgettable mountain adventure.
Enjoy the wonderful sunrise view and see Mawenzi mountain, Usambaa mountain, and Mount Meru.
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At a glance
Day by day
Arrive at the airport.
Drive to the hotel.
Receive a trek briefing from the head guide about the climb.
Prepare your equipment for camping and meet the local team.
Overnight at the hotel with full board accommodation.
After breakfast, drive to Marangu Gate.
After getting the entrance permit and meeting the team - guides, cook, and porters - weigh the luggage and start trekking for 4-5 hours to Mandara Hut.
Overnight at Mandara Hut with full board accommodation.
After breakfast, pack everything and depart for Horombo Hut.
On the way, if the weather is clear, enjoy wonderful views of Kibo, Mount Meru, and Mawenzi mountain.
Stop midway for a hot lunch.
Overnight stay at Horombo Hut with full board accommodation.
Spend the full day at Horombo Hut.
Walk around the hut to acclimatize.
If the weather is clear, enjoy wonderful views of Kibo, Mount Meru, and Mawenzi mountain.
Overnight at Horombo Hut with full board accommodation.
After breakfast, move to Kibo Hut through the savannah and desert zone.
Have a hot lunch at the campsite.
Stay overnight at Kibo Hut with full board accommodation.
After dinner, sleep early.
Wake up at midnight for the final preparation and take a cup of tea with a biscuit.
Begin to walk slowly (pole in Swahili).
As the area is steep, climb in a zigzag motion for 6-7 hours to reach the summit.
Enjoy the wonderful sunrise view and see Mawenzi mountain, Usambaa mountain, and Mount Meru.
After spending some time at the summit, go back to camp for a short break - 3-4 hours for the descent - and take a full breakfast.
Pack everything and continue descending for about 4 hours to Horombo Hut.
Overnight at Horombo Hut with full board accommodation.
After breakfast, depart towards Marangu Gate to meet the driver for the transfer back to the hotel.
Certificate distribution.
Overnight at the hotel with full board accommodation.
Where this trip takes you
Kibo, Uhuru Peak, Horombo Hut
The route
The fine print
Flights (local or international)
Entry visa
Tips for the local team (guides, cook, and porters)
Logistics
Your 7 days finish where they began, in Arusha.
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