Tour Itinerary

Day 1: Arrive Arusha / Mountain Base
Even though the Marangu route is less strenuous, it is still challenging and not for those who have health concerns or problems with high altitudes. Transfer from Arusha to your hotel at the mountain base. Marangu Hotel (D)

Day 2: Mt. Kilimanjaro Ascent
Trek from the park gate at 6,000 feet through plantations and forests to your first hut at 8,900 feet. Mandara Hut (B,L,D)

Day 3: Mt. Kilimanjaro Ascent
A steep hike traverses forests and moors with glorious views. Overnight at 12,200 feet. Horombo Hut (B,L,D)

Day 4: Mt. Kilimanjaro Ascent
Trek amid giant lobelias and everlasting flowers to your hut in a saddle between peaks at 15,400 feet. Kibo Hut (B,L,D)

Day 5: Mt. Kilimanjaro Summit
Before dawn, you ascend to spectacular Gillman’s Point at 18,640 feet. Continue to the summit, Uhuru at 19,340 feet, before beginning your descent. Horombo Hut (B,L,D)

Day 6: Mt. Kilimanjaro Descent / Moshi
Descend easily to Marangu, where you receive a certificate before continuing to your hotel. Marangu Hotel (B,L,D)

Day 7: Arusha / Depart
From Arusha, you connect with you onward flight. (B)

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