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Tanzania Mountain Trekking Marangu Route

6 Days Marangu Route Kilimanjaro Climb

6 Days / 5 Nights
5,895 m / 19,341 ft
Moderate
Marangu Route
6 Days
5,895 m / 19,341 ft Summit
12 Max Group
Moderate Difficulty
12+ Min Age
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Overview

Six-day Kilimanjaro ascent on the Marangu Route using Mandara, Horombo and Kibo huts, including an acclimatization day from Horombo before the summit attempt to Uhuru Peak.

Route Map

Start Camp Summit Day Exit

Trek Highlights

Hut-based climb
Mandara forest section
Mawenzi Saddle crossing
Acclimatization at Horombo
Uhuru Peak summit push

Day by Day Itinerary

Mandara Hut 2,720 m / 8,924 ft 8km 4-5 hrs

Forest climb from the eastern gate to Mandara Hut on a clear graded trail.

Horombo Hut 3,720 m / 12,205 ft 12km 6-8 hrs

Leave rainforest for open moorland with views toward Mawenzi.

Horombo Hut 4,020 - 3,720 m / 13,189 - 12,205 ft 5km 3-4 hrs

Short acclimatization climb toward Zebra Rocks, then return to Horombo for a second night.

Kibo Hut 4,700 m / 15,420 ft 10km 6-8 hrs

Cross the saddle between Mawenzi and Kibo on a steady alpine traverse.

Horombo Hut 5,895 - 3,720 m / 19,341 - 12,205 ft 22km 11-15 hrs

Night ascent via Gilmans Point to Uhuru Peak, then descend back to Horombo Hut.

Marangu Gate 1,860 m / 6,102 ft 20km 5-7 hrs

Long descent through moorland and rainforest to the exit gate.

What's Included

Included

  • Kilimanjaro park fees
  • Hut accommodation on the mountain
  • Rescue fees
  • Certified mountain guides
  • All meals on the mountain
  • Airport transfers in Moshi area
  • Pulse oximeter checks
  • Crew wages and mountain logistics

Not Included

  • International flights
  • Tanzania visa
  • Travel insurance with high-altitude cover
  • Personal gear
  • Sleeping bag rental
  • Tips for guides and porters
  • Hotel before and after climb

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What to Bring

Warm four-season sleeping bag
Waterproof jacket and trousers
Insulated summit layers
Hiking boots
Trekking poles
Headlamp
Reusable water bottles

Fitness Requirements

Comfortable hiking 5 to 8 hours daily and capable of a long summit night from Kibo Hut to Uhuru Peak and back to Horombo.

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6 Days Marangu Route Kilimanjaro Climb

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