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Kilimanjaro Summit Trek via Marangu Route in 8 days

7 Nights / 8 Days

Moshi (1N) → Mount Kilimanjaro (5N) → Moshi (1N)

$ 1,570* per adult onwards

What's included in the price

Accommodation in tents at camps

Ground transportation

All meals by dedicated cook during trek

Conquer Uhuru Peak

Zebra Rocks Trek

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₹1,570* per adult onwards

Final package offers will be shared by our partner agents

What's included in the price

Accommodation in tents at camps
Ground transportation
All meals by dedicated cook during trek

Conquer Uhuru Peak

Zebra Rocks Trek

Short Itinerary

Day Agenda
Day 1 Arrival in Tanzania - Kilimanjaro Moshi
Day 2 Marangu Gate to Mandara Hut
Day 3 Mandara Hut to Horombo Hut
Day 4 Acclimatization Trek to Zebra Rocks and Return to Horombo Hut
Day 5 Horombo Hut to Kibo Hut
Day 6 Kibo Hut to Uhuru Peak to Horombo Hut
Day 7 Horombo Hut to Marangu Gate
Day 8 Depart Tanzania

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Day 1: Arrival in Tanzania - Kilimanjaro Moshi
  • Your journey starts as you arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO).
  • You'll be greeted with a private transfer to Moshi.
  • Check-in at your hotel.
  • In the evening, gather for a practical pre-climb briefing.
  • During the briefing, we'll also ensure that you have the necessary medical coverage and travel insurance, ensuring your safety.
  • Enjoy dinner at the hotel and rest comfortably for the night in Moshi, preparing for the adventure ahead.
  • After breakfast, we'll pick you up from your Moshi lodge.
  • You'll be driven to the Marangu gate, where we'll take care of the necessary paperwork.
  • The trek begins, leading you through the dense rainforest, with a chance to spot some primates.
  • Along the way, enjoy a packed lunch.
  • You'll trek to the Mandara Hut, covering a distance of about 8.3 kilometres in approximately 5 hours.
  • As the day concludes, dinner will be served.
  • Spend the night at the Mandara Hut, situated at an altitude of 2700 meters.
  • Kickstart your day with an early breakfast.
  • Shortly after leaving Mandara Hut, you'll reach the timberline and enter the heath and moor zone.
  • After approximately 4 – 6 hours of trekking, you'll arrive at Horombo Hut, standing at an altitude of 3700m.
  • Enjoy lunch during your journey.
  • From the hut, relish fantastic views overlooking Mawenzi, Kibo, and the wide plain of the Masai steppe.
  • As the day comes to a close, dinner will be served and spend the night at Horombo Hut.
  • This day is dedicated to acclimatization, a crucial step for summit success.
  • Begin your day with breakfast at Horombo Hut.
  • Embark on a 4-hour trek to the distinctive Zebra Rocks (4020m) covering a distance of 5 kilometres. These rocks are named for their black and white stripes.
  • Upon your return to Horombo Hut, a warm lunch will be waiting for you.
  • Take the afternoon to rest and recharge, preparing for the hike ahead.
  • Overnight stay at Horombo Hut (Altitude: 3700 meters).
  • Begin your day with breakfast at Horombo Hut.
  • After breakfast, continue your trek southeast, passing the "Last Water point" and the "saddle," a nearly vegetation-less plateau that joins Kibo and Mawenzi summits.
  • After about 5 – 6 hours of trekking, you'll reach your destination, Kibo Hut, situated at an altitude of 4700m.
  • Enjoy stunning views of Kilimanjaro along the way.
  • Lunch will be served during the trek.
  • Have an early evening meal at Kibo Hut as the night will be short.
  • Meals provided include breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
  • Overnight stay at Kibo Hut (Altitude: 4700 meters).
  • This is the "Big Day" – the summit stage.
  • Begin your final ascent around midnight, a long and strenuous journey.
  • Pass by the Hans Meyer Cave at 5220m as you slowly ascend.
  • Witness a breathtaking sunrise as you reach Gillman’s Point (5681m), the crater rim of Kilimanjaro.
  • Continue hiking for another 1 – 2 hours to reach Uhuru Peak at 5895m, the highest point.
  • Meals provided include packed breakfast and lunch.
  • The time you spend at the summit depends on weather conditions.
  • Descend back to Kibo Hut after summiting, have a warm meal, and take a short 1 – 2 hour break.
  • The return journey from the summit to Horombo Hut can take over 7 hours.
  • You will be covering a distance of approximately 22 kilometres in around 12 – 15 hours.
  • Overnight stay at Horombo Hut (Altitude: 3700 meters).
  • Begin your day with breakfast at Horombo Hut.
  • Start your descent through the heath and moor zone to reach Mandara Hut (2700m), where a warm lunch awaits.
  • Pass through the tropical rainforest once again during the trek.
  • After a total of 6 hours of trekking, you'll be back at the Kilimanjaro National Park Gate (1860m).
  • Say your farewells to your mountain guides and complete necessary paperwork with park authorities.
  • Receive your official summit certificate (green for Gilman’s Point and gold for Uhuru Peak).
  • Afterward, a short transfer will take you back to your hotel in Moshi.
  • Once there, you can enjoy a warm and refreshing shower and celebrate your successful summit of Kilimanjaro.
  • Enjoy a final breakfast at your accommodation.
  • Your Kilimanjaro adventure concludes this day.
  • A dedicated vehicle will be ready to take you to Kilimanjaro International Airport.
  • Departure at your preferred time.

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Meals & other inclusions

    • Airport transfers.
    • Pre-climb briefing and equipment check in Moshi.
    • Accommodation in Moshi on Day 1 & Day 7.
    • All meals as specified in the itinerary.
    • Tent accommodation during the trek as mentioned in the itinerary.
    • Park fees, permits, and official summit certificates.
    • Experienced mountain guides and a professional cook.
    • Porters for carrying equipment, food, and supplies.
    • Oxygen cylinders and a first aid kit for emergencies.
    • Transportation during the trek to and from the trailhead.
    • Government taxes and levies.

Exclusions

    • Airfare.
    • Entry visas for Tanzania if required.
    • Travel and medical insurance (mandatory).
    • Accommodation and meals in Moshi before and after the trek (other than on Day 1 and Day 7).
    • Personal trekking gear and equipment.
    • Tips for guides, porters, and support staff (recommended but not mandatory).
    • Personal expenses like laundry, drinks, and snacks.
    • Additional services or activities not mentioned in the itinerary.
    • Cost of rescue or evacuation in emergencies.
    • Changes to the itinerary due to unforeseen circumstances.

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