3-Day Kilimanjaro Marangu Route Climb with Mandara and Horombo Huts

3 Days Round trip from Marangu Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Explore the Marangu Route on a 3-day climb to Kilimanjaro
02 Trek through rainforest with eucalyptus trees, birds, and colobus monkeys
03 Take in excellent views of Mawenzi Peak and Kibo Peak
04 Visit Maundi Crater for views across northern Tanzania and Kenya
05 Spot giant lobelia and ragwort along the trail to Horombo Hut

Sign up for this trek to Kilimanjaro via the Marangu Route. This 3-day climb includes overnight stays at Mandara Hut and Horombo Hut, with trekking through rainforest and open bogs along the way. You'll witness beautiful attractions such as eucalyptus trees, birds, colobus monkeys, giant lobelia, and ragwort, while enjoying excellent views of Mawenzi Peak and Kibo Peak. It is a lifetime experience to carry back home.

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Arusha, Moshi, Mount Kilimanjaro, Marangu

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

From Arusha or Moshi to Marangu Gate and Mandara Hut

After breakfast and a briefing at your accommodation in Moshi or Arusha, drive to Marangu Gate, complete check-in, and begin your trek. You hike through the rainforest to Mandara Camp. A trip to Maundi Crater is a great way to see the surrounding area, including northern Tanzania and Kenya. In the rainforest, you can see attractions such as eucalyptus trees, birds, and colobus monkeys.
Distance: 8 km. Hiking time: 3 hours.

Day 02

Trek from Mandara Hut to Horombo Hut

You leave the vegetation and jungle area and follow an ascending path through the open bogs to Horombo Camp. The views of Mawenzi Peak and Kibo Peak are excellent and very adventurous. Look for giant lobelia and ragwort. You may feel the effects of altitude.

Day 03

Descend from Horombo Hut to Marangu Gate and return

After breakfast on the last day, a steady descent through bog forests leads to Mandara Hut. Descend further through the lush forest and reach Marangu Gate. A vehicle will pick you up at Marangu Gate and return you to your hotel in Moshi or Arusha.
Distance: 20 km. Hiking time: 5-6 hours.

The route