Kilimanjaro climb 6 days Marangu route

Day 1

Marangu Gate to Mandara Hut, Elevation (ft): 6,046 ft to 8,858 ft,Distance: 8 km,Hiking Time: 4-6 hours, Habitat: Rain Forest, The trail then widens to expose beautiful hillsides until we reach Mandara Hut.

Day 2: Mandara Hut to Horombo Hut, Elevation (ft): 8,858 ft to 12,205 ft, Distance: 12 km, Hiking Time: 6-8 hours, Habitat: Health Kibo and Mawenzi peaks, two of the three volcanic peaks that make up the summit of Kilimanjaro.

Day 3, Horombo Hut Elevation (ft): 12,205 ft to 14,160 ft, Distance: 10 km, Hiking Time: 3-5 hours, Habitat: Health, This is an extra day to acclimatize and can be spent day hiking on Mawenzi Ridge. The unique landscape offers motivating views of Kibo and Mawenzi.

Day 4: Horombo Hut to Kibo Hut, Elevation (ft): 12,205 ft to 15,430 ft, Distance: 10 km, Hiking Time: 6-8 hours, Habitat: Alpine Desert, Today we climb gradually, Kibo crater wall. Once at camp we rest, enjoy dinner and prepare for the next day.

Day 5.Kibo Hut to Summit to Horombo Hut, Elevation

Leaving very early in the morning (around midnight), we descend to Horombo Hut.

Day 6

Horombo Hut to Marangu Gate,Habitat: Rain Forest

Vehicle transfer to hotel for a celebration.

We focus on the special needs of small groups and independent travelers, matching special needs and interests with the quality operators who are able to meet such expectations. Our independence ensures that we are able to be objective, without necessarily promoting any one product. Through many years of experience we have a good understanding of each camp or operators’ unique characteristics, strengths and weaknesses.

Safety on the Mountain

Not wheelchair accessible
Near public transportation
Infants must sit on laps
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate