The 6-day Kilimanjaro  Marangu trail is perhaps the easiest and most comfortable route to reach the summit of Mt Kilimanjaro. The route is well-developed and the climb is constant and moderate. Only the approach to the summit is the exception as it is slightly more demanding. The accommodation on this tour is in Simple Mountain huts, which might be an advantage compared to the camping routes.

• Park fees for the non-residents
• All activities unless labeled as optional
• Porters who will help carry your belongings during the ascent
• A professional driver/guide, a cook & Transport to the park
• All Taxes/VAT
• Meals & Drinks
• Quality tents for sleeping
• Tent, tables, and chairs for breakfast, lunch and dinner
• Rescue costs

• International/ domestic flights
• Tips, The Tipping guideline is US20.00 pp per day
• Personal items (Cancellations, flying doctors, travel insurance, visa fees.)
• The government imposed increase in taxes and/or park fees
• Hotel nights the days before and after the ascent

• With high success rate history, expect to make it to the summit
• Incredible sceneries
• Excellent birdwatching opportunities

Depart Arusha/Moshi around 0800hrs to Marangu Gate for the Mountain Climb Registration. Begin your Kilimanjaro trek by walking along a narrow trail through the rainforest of Kilimanjaro for most of the hike. Eat a picnic lunch at Kisambioni, day one’s halfway point. After lunch continue walking through the rainforest until reaching Mandara Hut. Relax for the rest of the day or take a short walk to Mahundi Crater. The views to the east over Taveta and to the northwest of Mawenzi Peak are striking on a clear day, making the short hike well worth the effort.

Hiking Time: 4-5 hours

Elevation Change: +3117ft/+950 m

Estimated Distance: 4.35 miles / 7 km

Habitat: Montane Forest.

After breakfast, depart Mandara Hut and Kilimanjaro forests to Horombo Hut. Most of the day’s hike will be through Kilimanjaro moorland, a rocky landscape with desert-like plants. Have your picnic lunch at Kambi ya Taabu before continuing to Horombo Hut. If the day is clear, enjoy beautiful views of Mawenzi and Kibo peaks. Arrive at Horombo Hut at around 1500hrs and spend the rest of the afternoon relaxing.

Hiking Time: 5-6 hours

Elevation Change: + 3379ft/+1030 m

Estimated Distance: 6.84 miles / 11 km

Habitat: Moorland

This extra day and night at Horombo are ideal for body acclimatization. A hike towards Mawenzi, passing through Zebra Rocks on the way (about 3 hours up and 1.5 hours down), is strongly recommended as it will further assist with acclimatization.

Hiking Time: 4-5 hours

Estimated Change: +2395ft/+730 m

Estimated Distance: 4.35 miles / 7 km

Habitat: Moorland

After breakfast continue your ascent into the Alpine desert, passing the last water point at 13550 ft. /4130m. You will have to fill your water bottles with all the water you will need until your return to Horombo hut in two night’s time (unless you are willing to buy Mineral water at Kibo hut). The summit is now a further 3921ft /1195m up and you will make your final ascent the same night. Go to bed around 1830hrs and try to get as much rest and sleep as possible.

Hiking Time: 5-6 hours

Elevation Change: +3018ft/+920 m

Estimated Distance: 7.46 miles

Habitat: Alpine desert

Around 2330hrs, you will wake up and after some tea and biscuits you shuffle off into the night, and this is where the going really gets tough. The first section of the trail consists of a rocky path to the Hans Meyer point (17225ft/5250m), also a good resting spot. The path then zigzags up to Gillman’s point (18639ft/5 681m), which is located on the crater rim. This section is very steep with a lot of stone screed, requiring a great physical and mental effort.

From Gillman’s Point, you will normally come across snow all the way up to Uhuru peak (19341ft/5895m), the highest point in Africa. Weather conditions on the summit will determine how long you will be able to spend, taking photographs before the 3 hours descent back to Kibo hut. After a short rest, you gather all the gear you left behind for the ascent and head down to Horombo hut (3 hours) for your overnight. Later in the evening, you enjoy your last dinner on the mountain and a well-earned sleep, filled with memories and stirring emotions.

Hiking Time (Ascent): 6-8 hours /

Descent: 5-6 hours

Estimated Distance (Ascent): 4.35miles /7 km / (Descent):7.46 miles /12km

Elevation Change: Gain; +3757ft

After breakfast, end the trek with a descent to Marangu Gate. Your last trek on Kilimanjaro is a beautiful one, passing through Kilimanjaro’s cloud forest. Watch your step during the descent, as the trail can be slippery. At Marangu Gate, you will sign for departure. This is also where successful climbers receive their summit certificates. Those climbers who reached Gillman’s Point (18652ft/5685m) are issued silver certificates and those who reached Uhuru Peak (1 9341ft/5895m), receive gold certificates. Our vehicles will be waiting at Marangu Gate to take you back to Moshi/Arusha.

Hiking Time: 5-7 hours

Elevation Change: -6161. 42ft /-1878 m

Estimated Distance: 11.20 miles /18 km

Habitat: Montane Forest