Tour Overview
You will be hiking the Marangu Route, spending 1 night at Mandara Hut, and hiking halfway to Horombo Hut before hiking back to the exit gate. The hike will lead you through the rainforest of Mount Kilimanjaro, progressing into the moorland zone, providing a stunning hiking experience of one of the world's renowned Seven Summits. The Marangu Route stands out as the only route offering hut accommodations for overnight hikers.
Tour Highlights
- This mid-range tour uses Tented camp.
- This tour will be organized exclusively for you and won't be shared with others.
- If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
- This tour is suitable for all ages.
- You can request changes to this tour.
- The minimum age for this tour is 5 years.
- Solo travelers can book this private tour.
Activities and Transportation
- Activities: game drives, walking safaris (with an armed guide) & boat trip
- Game drives: Pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle.
- Getting around: Pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle.
- A transfer from and back to the airport is included.
Itinerary
Day 1: Marangu Gate to Mandara Hut
Following breakfast, you will rendezvous with our mountain guide and drive to the Kilimanjaro National Park Gate. After completing the necessary registration, the hike will commence, lasting approximately 3 hours as you pass through the rainforest to reach the Mandara encampment. A side trip to Maundi Crater presents an excellent opportunity to admire the surroundings, including Northern Tanzania and Kenya. While in the rainforest, keep an eye out for birdlife, Colobus monkeys, and the mossy vegetation. Elevation: 2,720 meters Distance: 8 kilometers Duration: 3 - 4 hours Vegetation: Montane Forest.
- Main Destination: Mount Kilimanjaro
- Accommodation: Mandara Hut
- Meals: All meals and drinking water are included
Day 2: Mandara Hut to Horombo Hut
As you depart from the rainforest glades, your journey continues along an ascending path through the open moorlands, leading you towards the Horombo encampment. The vistas of Mawenzi and the summit of Kibo are truly breathtaking. Keep an eye out for the towering giant lobelias and grounsels along the way. If you still have the energy and inclination to explore, a short walk to Zebra Rock promises to be rewarding. Elevation: 3,420 meters Distance: 12 kilometers Vegetation: Moorland Zone.
- Main Destination: Mount Kilimanjaro
- Accommodation: Horombo Hut
- Meals: All meals and drinking water are included
Day 3: Horombo Hut to Marangu Gate
Following breakfast, embark on a gradual descent that leads you through the moorland, eventually reaching the Mandara Hut. Continue your descent, following the rainforest path until you arrive at the Marangu National Park gate. There, a vehicle will be ready and waiting to transport you back to your hotel. Elevation: 3,720 meters Distance: 20 kilometers (12.5 miles) Hiking Time: 4-5 hours Habitat: Forest.
- Main Destination: Marangu Gate (Mt Kilimanjaro)
- Accommodation: No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals: All meals and drinking water are included