Marangu The “Tourist Route” To Mt. Kilimanjaro

To ensure your utmost convenience, we offer a hassle-free pick-up and transfer service to the Babylon Lodge where you can enjoy an overnight stay with breakfast included.

Altitude change 1860m to 2700m, distance 8.3kms/5-6hrs trekking time

Start your adventure with a hearty breakfast, followed by a convenient pick-up from your lodge. From there, we will drive you to the Marangu gate where you will register at the park's authority's office. Your journey will begin with a thrilling 5-6 hour trek through the lush rainforest, where you will follow a winding trail until you reach the Mandara Hut at 2700m, where you will spend the night. The next morning, we will take you to the breathtaking Maundi crater viewpoint, where you can marvel at the stunning scenery of the Kenyan interior.

Dinner and overnight at Mandara Hut on full board basis

Altitude change 2700m to 3700m, distance 12.5kms/8/9hrs trekking time

Kickstart your day with an energizing breakfast before setting off towards the timberline and immersing yourself in the captivating heath and moor zone. After a thrilling 4-6 hour trek, you will arrive at the Horombo Hut, perched at an altitude of 3700m, where you will be rewarded with breathtaking views of Mawenzi, Kibo, and the sprawling plains of the Masai steppe.

Dinner and overnight at Horombo Hut on full board basis

Altitude change 3700m to 4700m, distance 9kms/7/8hrs trekking time

Prepare yourself for a challenging and demanding trek today. You will traverse a well-constructed trail that passes through the "Last Water point" and leads to the barren plateau known as the "saddle." This desolate stretch connects the main summit of Kibo with Mawenzi, and it will take you approximately 5-6 hours to reach the Kibo Hut. Once you arrive, you can relax and enjoy an early evening meal before retiring early for the night, as the night will be short.

Dinner and overnight at Kibo Hut on full board basis

Altitude change 4700m to 5895m/ Horombo /3700m, distance 22kms/12/15hrs trekking time

Today marks the pinnacle of your journey - the summit stage. You will embark on your final ascent around midnight, which will be a challenging and grueling trek. As you pass the Hans Meyer Cave at 5220m, the climb will gradually become steeper and more demanding. At sunrise, you will arrive at Gillman's Point (5681m) - the crater rim of Kilimanjaro - where the sun's warm rays will begin to illuminate the landscape. The frigid night will soon be a distant memory, and after an additional 1-2 hour hike, you will reach the summit of Uhuru Peak at 5895m. Upon your return to Kibo Hut, a hearty meal will be waiting for you, and you can take a well-deserved 1-2 hour break before descending to the Horombo Hut.

Dinner and overnight at Horombo Hut on full board basis

Altitude change 37000m to 1860m, distance 20.8kms/7-8/hrs trekking time

On this final stage of your journey, you will traverse the heath and moor zone, making your way to the Mandara Hut (2700m) where you will be treated to a delectable warm lunch. After indulging in a satisfying meal, you will once again hike through the tropical rainforest.

After approximately 6 hours of trekking, you will arrive at the Marangu Gate (1860m), which serves as one of the Mount Kilimanjaro National Park gates. You will bid farewell to your mountain crew in a brief ceremony before being transferred back to your Moshi hotel. Upon arrival, you can relish in a warm, refreshing shower and celebrate your remarkable accomplishment of summiting Mount Kilimanjaro.

Overnight at Gold Crest Hotel on bed and breakfast.

Following breakfast, you will depart according to your scheduled flight details.

• 2-way airport transfers - 1 on arrival and 1 on departure
• Full board accommodation during the trek – 3 meals daily
• Park fees, camping fees & rescue fee
• 18% VAT on tour fees & services
• Transportation to & from the mountain gate
• filtered water throughout the trek
• Professional mountain guides, cooks and porters
• Filtered drinking water throughout the trek
• Enough porters to carry your camping equipment and food supplies
• Certificate of achievement
• 2 nights in Moshi at Weruweru River Lodge OR Similar on bed and breakfast
• Evacuation Insurance – Amref Flying Doctors

• Visa
• Tips
• Laundry
•  All items of personal nature like sunscreen, sun glasses, etc
• Trekking gear like Sleeping matt, gaiters, boots and rain gear
• Oxygen cylinder
• Chemical toilet