6-Day Mount Kilimanjaro Marangu Route Trek with Dormitory Huts

• The trek starts at Marangu Gate (1860 m) and finishes at Mandara Hut (2700 m).
• You will gain approximately 840 m in altitude over 3-4 hours of walking.
• The trail passes through a beautiful tropical forest filled with trees, ferns, and flowers.
• Keep an eye out for monkeys and exotic birds along the way.

Arrive at Mandara Hut for your first overnight stay.

• You start from Mandara Hut (2700 m) and hike to Horombo Hut (3700 m).
• The altitude gain is around 1000 m, taking 5-6 hours to complete.
• The trail passes through moorlands with iconic Senecio and Lobelia plants.
• Enjoy stunning views of the Kibo and Mawenzi peaks during the hike.

Arrive at Horombo Hut and rest while soaking in the panoramic mountain scenery.

• The day involves a short hike from Horombo Hut (3700 m) and back, with an altitude change of 400 m.
• Walking time is approximately 4-5 hours.
• You will hike to the unique Zebra Rocks to help your body acclimatize.
• Observe the fascinating alpine flora and geological formations along the way.

Return to Horombo Hut in the afternoon to rest and prepare for higher altitudes.

• The hike begins at Horombo Hut (3700 m) and ends at Kibo Hut (4700 m).
• You will gain 1000 m in altitude over 5-6 hours of trekking.
• The landscape changes from moorland to barren rock as you climb.
• Pass the Last Water Point and cross the Saddle with breathtaking views of Kibo Hut.

Arrive at Kibo Hut to rest before the summit attempt.

• You start very early from Kibo Hut (4700 m) and ascend to Gillman's Point on the crater's edge.
• Continue onwards to Uhuru Peak, the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro.
• After reaching the summit, descend via Kibo Hut to Horombo Hut, covering an altitude gain of 1195 m and a loss of 2200 m.
• Walking time for the day is around 12-16 hours.
• Celebrate your summit achievement with the trekking team at Horombo Hut.

• Begin the final descent from Horombo Hut (3700 m) to Marangu Gate (1860 m).
• The altitude loss is approximately 1840 m, taking 6-7 hours to complete.
• Trek through the cool, green forest while enjoying the serene surroundings.
• Participate in a farewell ceremony with the trekking crew at Horombo Hut.
• Transfer to Moshi for onward travel or accommodation.