7 Days Budget Group Climb – Marangu Route, Mt Kilimanjaro

Your safari adventure begins with a warm welcome to Africa’s wild heart.

• ➤ You'll be collected from the airport.
• ➤ Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

From Airport (JRO) to Moshi (Hotel)

<p>Upon landing at Kilimanjaro International Airport, our driver will be waiting to transfer you to Kilimanjaro White House Hotel, a cozy and budget-friendly hotel in Moshi. This evening, your guide will provide a detailed briefing about the trek, check your gear, and answer any last-minute questions. Get a good night’s rest we start our adventure early tomorrow!</p>

Main Destination:

Moshi

Accommodation:

Kilimanjaro White House Hotel

• ➤ Budget 2 star lodge Moshi

Meals & Drinks:

• ➤ All meals included
• ➤ Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

From Moshi to Marangu Gate (1,800m) to Mandara Hut (2,743m)

<p>• Elevation Gain: 943m (3,000ft) • Distance: 7km • Hiking Time: 3-4 hours After an early breakfast at the hotel, we drive to Marangu Gate, where you’ll meet the full trekking crew guides, porters, and cooks. After registration, we begin our hike through the lush rainforest zone, home to blue monkeys and exotic birds. A picnic lunch at Kisambioni fuels us for the final stretch to Mandara Hut, where we’ll sleep. If you have the energy, an optional walk to Maundi Crater offers stunning views of Taveta and Mawenzi Peak</p>

Main Destination:

Mandara Hut

Accommodation:

Mandara Hut (2,743m)

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Meals & Drinks:

• ➤ All meals included
• ➤ Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Mandara Hut to Horombo Hut (3,720m)

<p>• Elevation Gain: 977m (3,200ft) • Distance: 11km • Hiking Time: 5-6 hours We wake up early to begin our ascent to Horombo Hut, leaving the rainforest behind and entering the moorland zone, where giant lobelias and groundsels dominate the landscape. We’ll take a lunch break at Kambi ya Taanu, enjoying the first clear views of Kibo and Mawenzi Peaks. By afternoon, we arrive at Horombo Hut, a busier campsite where climbers both ascending and descending rest for the night.</p>

Main Destination:

Horombo Hut

Accommodation:

Horombo Hut (3,720m)

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Meals & Drinks:

• ➤ All meals included
• ➤ Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Acclimatization Day – Horombo Hut to Mawenzi Hut (4,600m) & Back

<p>• Elevation Gain &amp; Loss: 880m (2,900ft) • Distance: 8km • Hiking Time: 4-5 hours Acclimatization is key to a successful summit, so today, we take a short but important hike to Mawenzi Hut. The views of Kibo Peak from here are spectacular! After a relaxing lunch at Horombo Hut, we’ll spend the afternoon resting and preparing for the higher altitudes ahead.</p>

Main Destination:

Horombo Hut

Accommodation:

Mawenzi Hut (4,600m)

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Meals & Drinks:

• ➤ All meals included
• ➤ Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Horombo Hut to Kibo Hut (4,750m)

<p>• Elevation Gain: 1,030m (3,380ft) • Distance: 10km • Hiking Time: 6-8 hours After an early breakfast, we continue our trek into the alpine desert zone, where vegetation becomes sparse. We’ll cross Maua River, stop for lunch near Middle Red Hill, and continue along the Kilimanjaro Saddle, a vast, dry stretch between Mawenzi and Kibo Peaks. By afternoon, we reach Kibo Hut, our last stop before the summit. The air is thin, so we rest early tonight</p>

Main Destination:

kibo

Accommodation:

Kibo Hut (4,750m)

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Meals & Drinks:

• ➤ All meals included
• ➤ Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Summit Day – Kibo Hut to Uhuru Peak (5,895m) & Down to Horombo Hut

<p>• Elevation Gain: 1,145m (3,760ft) • Elevation Loss: 2,175m (7,140ft) • Distance: 18km • Hiking Time: 11-13 hours We wake at midnight for the final push to Uhuru Peak, hiking under the stars through loose scree. The climb is tough, but we take slow, steady steps, reaching Gillman’s Point (5,681m) in about five hours. From here, it’s another two-hour trek to Uhuru Peak (5,895m)—the highest point in Africa! After soaking in the breathtaking sunrise and taking celebratory photos, we begin our descent to Kibo Hut for a short break before continuing to Horombo Hut for a much-needed rest.</p>

Main Destination:

Horombo Hut

Accommodation:

Kilimanjaro White House Hotel

• ➤ Budget 2 star lodge Moshi

Meals & Drinks:

• ➤ All meals included
• ➤ Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Horombo Hut to Marangu Gate (1,800m), then Return to Moshi

<p>• Elevation Loss: 1,920m (6,295ft) • Distance: 19km • Hiking Time: 5-6 hours After breakfast, we trek back down through the lush rainforest zone to Marangu Gate, where you’ll receive your summit certificates. Before returning to Moshi, we’ll stop to enjoy a cold drink and perhaps pick up a souvenir.Back in Moshi, relax at Kilimanjaro White House with a hot shower and a comfortable bed. If you're up for more adventure, why not explore Tanzania further? We can arrange a budget-friendly safari to the Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, or even a relaxing beach getaway in Zanzibar. If you're in a hurry, our driver will transfer you to Kilimanjaro Airport for your flight home</p>

Main Destination:

Moshi

Accommodation:

No accommodation (departure day)