5 Days Marangu Route Kilimanjaro Climb

Upon your arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you’ll be greeted and transferred to your hotel in the charming town of Moshi. There, you’ll meet your experienced guide who will provide essential information about your upcoming trek. They’ll also conduct an equipment check to ensure you have all the necessary gear for your Mount Kilimanjaro adventure. If any items are missing, don’t worry—you can rent them on this day.

Meals for the day include breakfast, lunch, and dinner, ensuring you’re well-fueled for the exciting journey ahead. 🌄🥾

Remember to rest well and soak in the anticipation of the majestic mountain that awaits you! 🏔️✨

Following breakfast, you’ll be picked up from your lodge in Moshi and transported to the Marangu gate. Once the necessary paperwork is completed, your trek officially begins. You’ll soon find yourself hiking through the dense rainforest, surrounded by impressive vegetation. Keep an eye out for glimpses of primates along the way. Your destination for the day is the Mandara Hut, where you can rest and recharge.

But that’s not all! Your guide will also lead you to the Maundi Crater, offering a wonderful view of the Kenyan interior. It’s a rewarding experience after a day of trekking.

Here are the details for this leg of your Kilimanjaro adventure:

Distance Covered: Approximately 8.3 kilometers (5.2 miles)
Estimated Time: Around 5 hours
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are included, ensuring you stay fueled for the journey ahead. 🌿🥾
Enjoy the lush greenery, the sounds of the forest, and the anticipation of what lies ahead! 🏞️🌟

Your day begins with an early breakfast. As you leave the Mandara Hut, you’ll soon reach the timberline, transitioning into the heath and moor zone. After approximately 4 to 6 hours, the Horombo Hut will come into view, perched at an altitude of 3,700 meters. From this cozy hut, you’ll be treated to fantastic views overlooking Mawenzi, Kibo, and the vast expanse of the Masai steppe.

Here are the specifics for this leg of your Kilimanjaro journey:

Distance Covered: Approximately 12.5 kilometers (7.8 miles)
Estimated Time: Around 9 hours
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are included, ensuring you stay nourished for the challenging ascent. 🌄🥾
Take in the breathtaking vistas and savor the unique experience of being surrounded by Kilimanjaro’s natural beauty! 🏔️🌿

Today’s trek is both challenging and rewarding. As you continue along the well-constructed trail, you’ll pass the “Last Water Point” before reaching the saddle—a nearly vegetation-less plateau that connects the main summit of Kibo with Mawenzi. The landscape here is stark and unique.

Your ultimate goal for the day is to reach the Kibo Hut, which typically takes 5 to 6 hours of hiking. Situated at an altitude of 3,700 meters, the Kibo Hut offers a strategic resting point before your summit attempt.

Here are the specifics for this leg of your Kilimanjaro journey:

Distance Covered: Approximately 9.5 kilometers (5.9 miles)
Estimated Time: Around 7 hours
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are included, ensuring you have the energy needed for the ascent. 🌄🥾
As the night will be short, take advantage of the early evening meal and rest well. Tomorrow, you’ll be one step closer to the summit! 🏔️🌙

"Today marks ‘The Big Day’ – the summit stage. Commencing your final ascent around midnight, you’ll face a challenging and lengthy climb. Passing the Hans Meyer Cave at 5220 meters, the ascent gradually ascends. As the sun rises, you’ll reach Gillman’s Point (5681 meters) – the crater rim of Kilimanjaro – where its warmth will gradually envelop the land. The night’s cold will soon fade from memory as you continue hiking for an additional 1 to 2 hours, ultimately reaching Uhuru Peak at 5895 meters. Upon returning to Kibo Hut, a hearty meal awaits, followed by a 1 to 2-hour rest before descending back to Horombo Hut.

Here are the specifics for this leg of your Kilimanjaro journey:

Distance Covered: 22 kilometers (approximately 13.7 miles)
Estimated Duration: 12 to 15 hours
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner" 🌄🏔️

"The final leg of your Kilimanjaro adventure leads through the heath and moor zone to Mandara Hut (2700m), where a hearty lunch awaits. Returning through the tropical rainforest, the entire trek takes approximately 6 hours, culminating at Kilimanjaro National Park Gate (1860m). Bid farewell to your mountain guides, then enjoy a brief transfer back to your Moshi hotel. There, revel in a warm, refreshing shower and celebrate your successful summit achievement.

Here are the specifics for this leg of your Kilimanjaro journey:

Distance Covered: 20.8 km (12.9 miles)
Approximate Duration: 8 hours
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner"

The day is left free to wind down after the trek before your flight home. Depending on flight times you could go and explore Moshi town and grab some souvenirs before heading to the airport.

*Safari, Zanzibar and other add-ons are available if you wish to continue exploring Tanzania.

Meals: Breakfast Included