AN OVERVIEW ABOUT 6-DAY MARANGU ROUTE TREKKING KILIMANJARO

Day 1: Arrival in Moshi/Arusha

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, transfer to your hotel in Moshi/Arusha. Meet your guide for a pre-climb briefing, equipment check, and a discussion about safety measures. Overnight at your hotel.

Day 2: Moshi/Arusha to Marangu Gate to Mandara Hut

• Elevation: 1,970m (Marangu Gate) to 2,720m (Mandara Hut)
• Hiking Time: 4–5 hours
• Begin the trek through the lush rainforest, home to blue monkeys and diverse flora.
• Overnight stay at Mandara Hut, with dinner provided.

Day 3: Mandara Hut to Horombo Hut

• Elevation: 2,720m to 3,720m
• Hiking Time: 6–8 hours
• Traverse through heathland with views of Mawenzi and Kibo peaks.
• Acclimatization begins as the terrain changes.
• Overnight at Horombo Hut with dinner.

Day 4: Horombo Hut to Kibo Hut

• Elevation: 3,720m to 4,703m
• Hiking Time: 6–8 hours
• Overnight at Kibo Hut with an early dinner to prepare for the summit attempt.

Day 5: Kibo Hut to Uhuru Peak to Horombo Hut

• Elevation: 4,703m to 5,895m (Uhuru Peak) and descent to 3,720m (Horombo Hut)
• Hiking Time: 10–14 hours (ascent and descent)
• Start the summit climb around midnight. Reach Gillman’s Point (5,685m) before heading to Uhuru Peak for sunrise.
• Descend to Horombo Hut for rest and overnight stay.

Day 6: Horombo Hut to Marangu Gate to Moshi/Arusha

• Elevation: 3,720m to 1,970m
• Hiking Time: 6–7 hours
• Complete your descent through the rainforest to Marangu Gate.
• Receive your summit certificate and transfer to Moshi/Arusha for celebration and rest.