7 Days
Kilimanjaro by the Marangu route, which Insight describe as the mountain’s most established path and the only one with sleeping huts the whole way up. The itinerary includes a full acclimatisation day at Horombo, and the page publishes altitude gain, distance and hiking time for each stage.
Overview
Kilimanjaro by the Marangu route, which Insight describe as the mountain’s most established path and the only one with sleeping huts the whole way up. The itinerary includes a full acclimatisation day at Horombo, and the page publishes altitude gain, distance and hiking time for each stage.
- Where you go: Marangu, Moshi, Mount Kilimanjaro
Highlights & Inclusions
Highlights
Your guides
Guides named by Insight Safari Holidays on its own website. Who accompanies your trip is arranged with the operator.
- Mujuni Edmund Senior Safari Guide
- Jacob Kasirye Cultural and Wildlife Specialist
- Jack Ndahura Senior Safari Expert
- Azaria Kameraho Wildlife and Conservation Specialist
FAQs
How long is this safari?
7 Day Mt. Kilimanjaro Trek, Marangu Route runs for 7 Days, set out day by day over 8 days in the itinerary below.
Who runs this safari?
It is operated by Insight Safari Holidays. Every booking and payment is arranged directly with them; this marketplace passes your enquiry straight through.
Day-by-day itinerary
What the operator has planned, day by day, across 8 days.
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Day 1
Arrival in Tanzania
Met at Kilimanjaro International Airport and taken to accommodation in Moshi. A rest and acclimatisation day with a climb briefing from the guides.
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Day 2
Marangu Gate to Mandara Hut
1,860 m to 2,700 m, 8 km, around 3-4 hours. Registration with the Kilimanjaro National Park authorities at Marangu Gate, then the trek up through rainforest to Mandara Hut.
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Day 3
Mandara Hut to Horombo Hut
Out of the rainforest and into moorland on a steeper trail, rewarded with views across the Kenyan plains.
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Day 4
Acclimatisation day at Horombo Hut
A short, hard hike to either Zebra Rock or Mawenzi Hut and back to Horombo, to let the body adjust to altitude and improve the odds of a successful summit.
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Day 5
Horombo Hut to Kibo Hut
3,720 m to 4,730 m, crossing the barren Saddle between Mawenzi and Kibo peaks to reach Kibo Hut, the base for the summit attempt.
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Day 6
Summit Day, Kibo Hut to Horombo Hut
4,730 m to 5,895 m at Uhuru Peak and back down to 3,720 m. 6 km up and 16 km down; 6-7 hours ascending and 5-6 descending. A midnight start on the steep path to Gilman's Point, then on to Uhuru Peak, back to Kibo Hut to rest, then down to Horombo.
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Day 7
Horombo Hut to Marangu Gate, return to Moshi
3,720 m down to 1,860 m, 20 km, around 5-6 hours. Back through the rainforest to Marangu Gate, farewells to the mountain crew, summit certificates, then the transfer to the hotel in Moshi.
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Day 8
End of Trek
A free day in Moshi - the town, souvenirs, or the journey home. Insight note that a safari, a village visit or a national park trip can be added.
That is the whole itinerary
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- 7 Days
- Marangu · Moshi · Mount Kilimanjaro
- Priced on request
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