Climb Kilimanjaro – Marangu Route

You’ll be picked up from your Moshi accommodation/Kilimanjaro International Airport and make the drive to Kilimanjaro National Park, Marangu Gate(1870 M) arriving in time for lunch at the gate. From here, you’ll liaise with your guides and begin your ascent through the verdant rainforest that clothes the lower reaches of Kilimanjaro. Hiking through this ancient jungle, you’ll get to go on a miniature safari as you spot wildlife such as black and white colobus monkeys along the way. You’ll spend your night at the modern Mandara Huts(2700 M), which boast luxuries such as solar lighting and flush toilets. You won’t be seeing those again anytime soon! Destination: Kilimanjaro National Park Hiking Time: 4 to 5 hrs. (8 Km) Zone: Rainforest Elevation: 830 M Meals: Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)

After your breakfast you’ll set off bright and early today, as you’ve got a long day of hiking ahead of you! Today’s hike takes you from the verdant rainforest into the stark alpine zone, as you’ll cover more kilometres than your 1st day. If the weather is clear, you’ll find stunning views of Kibo Glacier on your way before settling down for the evening at Horombo Huts. (3720 M) Destination: Horombo Huts Hiking Time: 6 to 8 hrs. (12 Km) Zone: Rainforest/Low Alpine Zone Elevation: 1020 M Meals: All Meals

t’s another big day of hiking today, as you’ll make your way to Kibo Hut to set up camp ahead of your summit attempt. Climbing almost 1,000m, you’ll pass your last watering point at the 4,130m mark before arriving at Kibo Hut (4700 M) in the afternoon. Remember to drink plenty of water during your early dinner, as you’ll be up bright and early tomorrow to begin your ascent to the summit! Destination: Kibo Huts Hiking Time: 5 to 7 hrs. (10 Km) Zone: Low Alpine Zone/High Alpine Zone Elevation: 980 M Meals: All Meals

You’re going to start your day early today – just after midnight, in fact! Your climbing team will wake you with a cup of hot tea and a light snack for energy as you get dressed and prepare your daypack for the adventure ahead. You’ll be hiking in utter darkness for the next 5-7 hours, so take it slow and you’ll arrive at Stella Point a few hours before dawn. From here, there’s another two hours of intense hiking before you reach your ultimate goal: Uhuru Peak. Standing at 5,985m, you’ll be able to experience a spectacular sunrise and take in the panoramic view. You’ve done it You’ll then descend back to Horombo Hut via Kibo Hut. At anywhere between 12 and 16 hours of hiking, this is sure to be one of the longest, most grueling days of your life! Destination: Uhuru Peak and back to Horombo Huts Summit Ascent Time: 6 to 8 hrs. (5.5 Km) Descent Time: 4 to 5 hrs to Kibo Huts & 4 to 5 hrs to Horombo Huts. Zone: Glacial/Low Alpine Zone/High Alpine Zone Elevation: 1195 M Meals: All Meals

It’s a day of celebration today, as you’ll enjoy one last breakfast on the mountain before descending to the Marangu Gate. It’s an almost 20km walk today, but the steady downhill makes it a lot easier than the ascent. Upon arrival at the gate, you’ll get to celebrate with your porters and guides, provide them with their tips for their hard work, and collect your certificate of completion. Your driver will then whisk you away to your Moshi or Arusha hotel to get some well-earned rest. Destination: Back to Moshi/Arusha Descent Time: 6 to 8 hrs.(20 Km) Travel Time to Moshi: 2 to 3 hrs Zone: Low Alpine Zone/Rainforest Meals: Breakfast and Lunch (No Dinner)