Trip itinerary
6-Day Kilimanjaro, Marangu Route
6 days · Jan to Mar and Jun to Oct · from $1,650 per person (2 guests)
Trips / Kilimanjaro
6-Day Kilimanjaro, Marangu Route
Marangu sleeps you in shared huts, which suits people who do not want to camp. It is the busiest route, and the descent uses the same path, so the scenery is less varied than Machame.
- Hut accommodation
- Rainforest to alpine desert
- Summit at sunrise
The route
- 1Marangu GateDay 1, Day 5
- 2Mandara HutDay 1
- 3Horombo HutDay 2
- 4Kibo HutDay 3
- 5Uhuru PeakDay 4
Day by day
Altitude profile
Approximate, in metres6 days, one guide the whole way.
Day1Marangu Gate to Mandara Hut
Rainforest walk with colobus monkeys.
OvernightMandara HutDay2Mandara to Horombo
Moorland, then the first views of Mawenzi.
OvernightHorombo HutDay3Horombo to Kibo
Alpine desert crossing, early dinner and sleep.
OvernightKibo HutDay4Summit day
Leave near midnight. Gillman's Point, then Uhuru Peak.
OvernightHorombo HutDay5Horombo to Marangu Gate
Long descent through the forest.
Day6Transfer
Certificates at the gate and drive to Arusha.
Last dayDeparture day: we take you to the airport or your hotel
Prices
| Group size | Per person | Group total |
|---|---|---|
| Solo traveller | $1,900 | $1,900 |
| 2 guests starting price | $1,650 | $3,300 |
| 3 guests | $1,540 | $4,620 |
| 4 guests | $1,480 | $5,920 |
| 5 guests | $1,440 | $7,200 |
| 6 or more | $1,410 | from $8,460 |
Prices are per person in US dollars, based on a private vehicle. Shared group trips are quoted separately. The "From" price across the site is the 2-guest rate. Prices are set in US dollars. Other currencies are approximate and for guidance only.
Requesting a quote is free and no prior payment is required. You only pay once you are happy with the plan.
What's included
Included
- Park and rescue fees
- Guides, porters and cook
- Hut accommodation
- Meals and treated water
- Hotel transfers
Not included
- International flights
- Visa and insurance
- Tips for crew
- Hotel before and after
Questions
How fit do I need to be?
Good general fitness helps most. If you can walk 5 to 6 hours with a light pack on hills, you are in a good place to start. Training in your boots beforehand pays off.
What about altitude sickness?
The longer routes give your body more time to adjust. Your guides check everyone twice a day and will turn anyone around who is in danger.
What kit do I need and can I hire it?
You need warm layers, waterproofs, good boots and a sleeping bag rated for freezing. Most items can be hired in Moshi. We send a full list.
How many people carry for us?
Guides, a cook and porters come with every group. They carry the tents, food and your main bag. You carry only a day pack.
Can I change my dates?
Yes, for free until 60 days before you travel. After that we will help where we can, but suppliers may charge.
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