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Kilimanjaro Lifetime Adventures

The day will begin with a drive from Moshi town to Marangu gate, up on reaching at the gate you will have to complete the national park formalities you will then starts your hike from Marangu gate to Mandara hut which will takes you 3 to 4hrs hike a distance of 8 kilometers reaching the hut, where you will meet your chef and porters made the food and your environment ready for your meals and rest. On this day you will be walking through the rainforest where you can enjoy the view of Maundi crater and seeing the eucalyptus trees, birds and the colobus monkeys. Time & Distance: 3 to 4hrs a hiking of 8km distance Elevation: 1860m/6100ft to 2700m/8875ft

Day 1: Moshi to Marangu Gate to Mandara Hut

The day will be a hike of 5 to 6hrs through the moorland forest heading to Horombo hut, which is the distance of 12 kilometers. On you hike for this day you will enjoy the view of Lobelias, groundsels and the great view of Mawenzi and the summit of Kibo, reaching to the Horombo encampment. Elevation: 2700m/8875ft to 3700m/12,200ft Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 2: Mandara Hut to Horombo hut

For climbers via Marangu route for 6 days will have this extra day different from that of the 5 days climbers, which is a served day purposefully for adopting the altitude changes as you will be ascending to high altitude on the next day. This is to increase the success rates for to the summit up the Uhuru peak.  The day will be taking a hike up to Zebra rock and then back to Horombo hut for lunch and continue relaxing and collecting some strength for the adventure itself ahead on the next day.  You will have to walk for a distance of 5 Kilometers up from Horombo to zebra rock and back to Horombo which will takes 4hrs hike seeing some black and white rocks. Time & Distance: 4hrs a hiking of 5km distance Elevation: Zebra Rocks 4020m/Horombo Hut 3700m

Day 3: Acclimatization Day while staying at Horombo hut

The day will be of 5 to 7hrs walking through the saddle of the Kilimanjaro between the two cones of Kibo and Mawenzi. It will be walk for a distance of 9.5kilometers reaching the Kibo hut as you will be walking through the desert you will enjoy the sight of the water stream and hardly some grasses. Kibo hut will be your last ascending stop and overnight before your summit. Time & Distance: 5 to 7hrs a hiking of 9.5km distance Elevation: 3700m/12,200ft to 4700m/15,500ft

Day 4: Horombo Hut to Kibo Hut

This is the day to be certified with the diploma of reaching the highest peak in Africa and the World’s highest freestanding Mountain’s peak. The day starts in the midnight leaving the Kibo hut to the summit on steep heavy scree or sometimes snow up to the Gilman’s point which is on the crater rim and from Gilman’s you take a high ascend up to the uhuru Peak “CONGRATULATIONS YOU HAVE REACHED THE HIGHEST PEAK IN FRICA, THE UHURU PEAK OK KILIMANJARO MOUNTAIN”  due to the weather you will not last long here you will take some photos at the sign post of the Uhuru point and starts your descend down through the Marangu route, where you will have a stop at the Kibo hut for your Lunch and trek down up to Horombo for your overnight stay and dinner. Time & Distance: 6 to 8hrs Ascending up distance of 6km and 15km descending to Horombo Elevation: 4700m/15,500ft to 5895m/19,340ft Down to 3700m/12,200ft

Day 5: Summit and descend down to Kibo then to Horombo

The day will start with your morning breakfast at Horombo and take your trek down up to Marangu gate passing through the Mandara hut. Reaching at the gate you will meet the porters already there with your luggage and the driver who will pick you from the gate to Moshi town. On you descend on this day you will be walking through the moorland and lush forest for 4 to 5hrs which is a distance of 20 Kilometers reaching the Marangu gate. Time & Distance: 4 to 5hrs descending of 20km distance Elevation: 3700m/12,200ft to 1700m/5500ft

Day 6: Horombo to Marangu gate and back to Moshi

Kilimanjaro Marangu Route

Kilimanjaro Climb Via  Marangu Route 6 Days

Climbing Specialist

This day is reserved for acclimatization to help your body adjust to the altitude.
Take a hike to Mawenzi Ridge, where you'll enjoy breathtaking views of Mawenzi Peak and the surrounding area.
Return to Horombo Hut for another night of rest and acclimatization.

Day 3: Horombo Hut to Mawenzi Ridge  and back to Horombo Hut

Resume your trek, leaving the moorland behind and entering the alpine desert zone.
Pass by the last water point at the saddle between Mawenzi and Kibo peaks.
Arrive at Kibo Hut, your basecamp for the summit attempt. Rest and prepare for the challenging ascent ahead.

Begin the summit attempt in the early hours of the morning, usually around midnight.
Ascend steeply up the scree slopes to Gilman's Point (5,681m/18,638ft), on the crater rim.
Continue along the crater rim to Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa.
Descend back to Kibo Hut for a short rest before continuing down to Horombo Hut for the night.

Day 5: Summit Day - Kibo Hut  to Uhuru Peak  and descent to Horombo Hut

Begin the summit attempt in the early hours of the morning, usually around midnight.
Ascend steeply up the scree slopes to Gilman's Point (5,681m/18,638ft), on the crater rim.
Continue along the crater rim to Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa.
Descend back to Kibo Hut for a short rest before continuing down to Horombo Hut for the night.
Day 6: Horombo Hut (3,720m/12,205ft) to Marangu Gate (1,860m/6,102ft)

Descend through the heath and moorland zones, enjoying the views of Kilimanjaro's slopes.
Reach Marangu Gate, where you'll receive your summit certificates and bid farewell to Kilimanjaro.
Transfer back to your hotel for a well-deserved rest and celebration.

Day 5: Summit Day - Kibo Hut to Uhuru Peak and descent to Horombo Hut .

Meet your guide and porters at your hotel and transfer to Marangu Gate for registration.
Begin your trek through lush rainforest, with opportunities to spot various flora and fauna.
Arrive at Mandara Hut, your first overnight stop, and settle in for the night.

Day 1: Marangu Gate  to Mandara Hut

Continue your ascent through the rainforest, with the vegetation gradually thinning out as you gain altitude.
Enter the heath and moorland zone, where you'll enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding landscape.
Reach Horombo Hut, where you'll spend the night and acclimatize to the increasing altitude.

Day 2: Mandara Hut to Horombo Hut

5 Days Kilimanjaro via Marangu

Golden Trips Tanzania

You will be picked up at the Kilimanjaro International Airport and transferred to your hotel in Moshi town; you will meet your guide who will brief you on your upcoming trek and do an equipment check to make sure you have all the necessary mountain gear. The missing gear can be rented on this day.

● Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included

Day 1: Arrive In Tanzania

After breakfast, you will be collected from your lodge in Moshi and taken to the Marangu gate. Once the necessary paper work has been completed, your trek can begin and you will soon be hiking through the dense rainforest. Alongside the impressive vegetation, you will have the chance to catch a glimpse of some primates as you head to the Mandara Hut. After a well-earned rest, your guide can take you to the Maundi Crater where you can enjoy the wonderful view of the Kenyan interior.

Distance covered: 8.3km / 5.2mi
Approx. time taken: 5 hours
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included

DAY 2: MARANGU GATE (1860M) TO MANDARA HUT (2700M)

The day begins with an early breakfast. Shortly after you have left Mandara Hut, you will reach the timberline and then enter the heath and moor zone. Approximately 4 – 6 hours later, the Horombo Hut will come into sight, standing at an altitude of 3700m. From the hut, you will have fantastic views overlooking Mawenzi, Kibo and the wide plain of the Masai steppe.

Distance covered: 12.5km / 7.8mi
Approx. time taken: 9 hours
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included

DAY 3: MANDARA HUT (2700M) TO HOROMBO HUT (3700M)

Today serves as an acclimatization day. This should not be underestimated and greatly improves your chance of success in reaching the summit. After a relaxing breakfast, a 4 hour trek follows to the Zebra Rocks (4020m). The distinctive black and white stripes give the rock formation its name. On your return to Horombo Hut, a warm lunch will be waiting for you. You can relax in the afternoon and regain your strength for the hike the following day.

Distance covered: 5km / 3.1mi
Approx. time taken: 4 hours
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included

DAY 4: ACCLIMATIZATION TREK TO ZEBRA ROCKS (4020M) THEN BACK TO HOROMBO HUT (3700M)

Today’s stage is long and tough. The well-built trail passes the “Last Water point” which is followed by the so-called “saddle”. This nearly vegetation less plateau joins the main summit Kibo with Mawenzi. Today’s destination is the Kibo Hut that is usually reached in about 5 – 6 hours. Here, you will enjoy an early evening meal followed by an early night, as the night will be short.

Distance covered: 9.5km / 5.9mi
Approx. time taken: 7 hours
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included

DAY 5: HOROMBO HUT (3700M) TO KIBO HUT (4700M)

Today is “The Big Day” – the summit stage. You will begin your final ascent around midnight which will be long and strenuous. Passing the Hans Meyer Cave at 5220m, the climb slowly but surely goes upwards. At sunrise, you will reach Gillman’s Point (5681m) – the crater rim of Kilimanjaro – where the sun will slowly start to warm up the land. You will have soon forgotten the cold of the night and after a further hike of 1 – 2 hours, you will reach Uhuru Peak at 5895m. On your return to Kibo Hut, a warm meal awaits you followed by a 1 – 2 hour break before proceeding back down to Horombo Hut.

Distance covered: 22km / 13.7mi
Approx. time taken: 12 – 15 hours
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included
Horombo Hut (3700m) to Marangu Gate
(1860m)

DAY 6: KIBO HUT (4700M) TO UHURU PEAK (5895M) & DOWN TO HOROMBO HUT (3700M)

The last stage passes through the heath and moor zone to the Mandara Hut (2700m) where a warm lunch is waiting for you. Soon, you will once again pass the tropical rainforest and after a total time of 6 hours trekking, you will be back at the Kilimanjaro National Park Gate (1860m). After saying goodbye to your mountain guides, a short transfer follows to take you back to your hotel in Moshi. Once there, you can take a warm and relaxing shower and celebrate your success in reaching the summit of the Kilimanjaro.

Distance covered: 20.8km / 12.9mi
Approx. time taken: 8 hours
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch Included
Dinner & Overnight at K’S Lodge
Check in at K’S Lodge Mount

DAY 7: MANDARA HUT (2700M) KILIMANJARO NATIONAL PARK GATE (1860M)

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

DAY 8: DEPART TANZANIA

6 Days Marangu Route

Kitano Tours and Safaris

After breakfast, you will be collected from your lodge in Moshi and taken to the Marangu gate. Once the necessary paper work has been completed, your trek can begin and you will soon be hiking through the dense rainforest. Alongside the impressive vegetation, you will have the chance to catch a glimpse of some primates as you head to the Mandara Hut. After a well-earned rest, your guide can take you to the Maundi Crater where you can enjoy the wonderful view of the Kenyan interior.

Distance covered: 8.3km / 5.2mi
Approx. time taken: 5 hours
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
  Accommodation: Mandara Hut

Day 1: Marangu Gate (1860m) to Mandara Hut (2700m)

The day begins with an early breakfast. Shortly after you have left Mandara Hut, you will reach the timberline and then enter the heath and moor zone. Approximately 4 – 6 hours later, the Horombo Hut will come into sight, standing at an altitude of 3700m. From the hut, you will have fantastic views overlooking Mawenzi, Kibo and the wide plain of the Masai steppe.

Distance covered:12.5km / 7.8mi
Approx. time taken: 9 hours
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
  Accommodation: Horombo

Days 2: Mandara Hut (2700m) to Horombo Hut (3700m)

Today’s stage is long and tough. The well-built trail passes the “Last Water point” which is followed by the so-called “saddle”. This nearly vegetation less plateau joins the main summit Kibo with Mawenzi. Today’s destination is the Kibo Hut that is usually reached in about 5 - 6 hours. Here, you will enjoy an early evening meal followed by an early night, as the night will be short.

Distance covered: 9.5km / 5.9mi
Approx. time taken: 8 hours
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
  Accommodation: Kibo Hut

Days 3: Horombo to Kibo Hut

Today is “The Big Day” - the summit stage. You will begin your final ascent around midnight which will be long and strenuous. Passing the Hans Meyer Cave at 5220m, the climb slowly but surely goes upwards. At sunrise, you will reach Gillman’s Point (5681m) – the crater rim of Kilimanjaro – where the sun will slowly start to warm up the land. You will have soon forgotten the cold of the night and after a further hike of 1 - 2 hours, you will reach Uhuru Peak at 5895m. On your return to Kibo Hut, a warm meal awaits you followed by a 1 - 2 hour break before proceeding back down to Horombo Hut.

Distance covered: 22km / 13.7mi
Approx. time taken: 12hours - 15hours
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
   Accommodation: Horombo Hut

Days 4: Kibo Hut (4700m) to UHURU PEAK (5895m) to Horombo Hut (3700m)

The last stage passes through the heath and moor zone to the Mandara Hut (2700m) where a warm lunch is waiting for you. Soon, you will once again pass the tropical rainforest and after a total time of 6 hours trekking, you will be back at the Kilimanjaro National Park Gate (1860m). After saying goodbye to your mountain guides, a short transfer follows to take you back to your hotel in Moshi. Once there, you can take a warm and relaxing shower and celebrate your success in reaching the summit of the Kilimanjaro.

Distance covered: 20.8km / 12.9mi
Approx. time taken: 8 hours
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
  Accommodation: moshi/arusha

Days 5: Horombo Hut (3700m) to Marangu Gate (1860m)

5 Days Marangu Route kilimanjaro Joining groups

Razan Safaris

After breakfast and briefing, drive to the Kilimanjaro National Park Gate (about 1 hour), register and commence the climb. Walk through the rainforest to the Mandara encampment. A side trip to Maundi Crater is a good way to see the surroundings including Northern Tanzania and Kenya. In the rainforest, look for towering Eucalyptus trees, bird life, and Colobus monkeys.

Elevation: 1860m/6100ft to 2700m/8875ft
Distance: 8km/5mi
Hiking Time: 3-4 hours
Habitat: Montane Forest
Meals: Lunch and Dinner

Day 1: Hotel to Mandara Hut

You leave the glades of the rain-forest and follow an ascending path on the open moorlands to the Horombo encampment. Views of Mawenzi and the summit of Kibo are amazing. Look for giant lobelias and grounsels. You may begin to feel the affects of the altitude.

Elevation: 2700m/8875ft to 3700m/12,200ft
Distance: 12km/7.5mi
Hiking Time: 5-6 hours
Habitat: Heathland
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Rest day at Horombo Hut with optional hike by Mawenzi Peak.

Elevation: 3700m/12,200ft
Distance: 0km/0mi
Hiking Time: 0 hours
Habitat: Heathland
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 3: Rest Day at Horombo Hut

Ascending, we now pass the last watering point, walking onto the saddle of Kilimanjaro between the peaks of Kibo and Mawenzi. Vegetation begins with upper heathland but then disappears into “moonscape”. Dinner, rest, and prepare for summit climb.

Elevation: 3700m/12,200ft to 4700m/15,500ft
Distance: 9km/5.5mi
Hiking Time: 5-6 hours
Habitat: Alpine Desert
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Very early in the morning (midnight to 2 am), commence the climb to the summit on steep and heavy scree or snow up to Gilman’s point located on the crater rim. Continuing, we now ascend to Uhuru Peak, which is the highest point in Africa. There are unbelievable views at every turn. Have your picture taken at the summit to show your friends and family. From here we descend, stopping for lunch and a rest at Kibo before continuing on to the Horombo encampment.

Elevation: 4700m/15,500ft to 5895m/19,340ft
Down to 3700m/12,200ft
Distance: 6km/4mi up / 15km/9mi down
Hiking Time: 6-8 hours up / 15km/9mi down
Habitat: Alpine Desert
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 5: Kibo Hut to Summit to Horombo Hut

After breakfast, a steady descent takes us down through moorland to the Mandara Hut. Continue descending through lush forest path to the National Park gate at Marangu. At lower elevations, it can be wet and muddy. Gaiters and trekking poles will help. Shorts and t-shirts will probably be plenty to wear (keep rain gear and warmer clothing handy).

A vehicle will be waiting for you at Marangu gate to drive you back to your hotel in Moshi (about 1 hour).

Elevation: 3700m/12,200ft to 1700m/5500ft
Distance: 20km/12.5mi
Hiking Time: 4-5 hours
Habitat: Forest
Meals: Breakfast

Day 6: Horombo Hut to Moshi

6 days Kilimanjaro Climbing Marangu route

Marangu Day 1: Marangu Gate (1860m) to Mandara Hut (2700m)

The day begins with an early breakfast. Shortly after you have left Mandara Hut, you will reach the timberline and then enter the heath and moor zone. Approximately 4 – 6 hours later, the Horombo Hut will come into sight, standing at an altitude of 3700m. From the hut, you will have fantastic views overlooking Mawenzi, Kibo and the wide plain of the Masai steppe.

Distance covered:12.5km / 7.8mi
Approx. time taken: 9 hours
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
  Accommodation: Horombo Hut

Marangu Days 2: Mandara Hut (2700m) to Horombo Hut (3700m)

Marangu Days 3: Horombo to Kibo Hut

Marangu Days 4: Kibo Hut (4700m) to UHURU PEAK (5895m) to Horombo Hut (3700m)

Marangu Days 5: Horombo Hut (3700m) to Marangu Gate (1860m)

5 Day Kilimanjaro Luxury Climbing

Day 4: Horombo Hut  to Kibo Hut.

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This day is reserved for acclimatization to help your body adjust to the altitude.
Take a hike to Mawenzi Ridge, where you'll enjoy breathtaking views of Mawenzi Peak and the surrounding area.
Return to Horombo Hut for another night of rest and acclimatization.

Day 3: Horombo Hut to Mawenzi Ridge  and back to Horombo Hu

Day 1: Marangu Gate to Mandara Hut

Day 5: Summit Day - Kibo Hut  to Uhuru Peak  and descent to Horombo Hut .

Descend through the heath and moorland zones, enjoying the views of Kilimanjaro's slopes.
Reach Marangu Gate, where you'll receive your summit certificates and bid farewell to Kilimanjaro.
Transfer back to your hotel for a well-deserved rest and celebration.

Day 6: Horombo Hut  to Marangu Gate.

Kilimanjaro 6 Days via Marangu Route

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