8-Day Kilimanjaro Trekking Itinerary: Marangu Route
Embark on a 6-day adventure to the “Roof of Africa” via the Marangu Route, renowned for its scenic beauty and comfortable accommodations in mountain huts. This classic route offers a gradual ascent, making it a preferred choice for trekkers seeking a manageable yet thrilling Kilimanjaro experience. Witness diverse landscapes, from lush rainforests to alpine deserts, culminating in breathtaking views from Uhuru Peak.
8-Day Kilimanjaro Trekking Itinerary: Marangu Route
Embark on a 6-day adventure to the “Roof of Africa” via the Marangu Route, renowned for its scenic beauty and comfortable accommodations in mountain huts. This classic route offers a gradual ascent, making it a preferred choice for trekkers seeking a manageable yet thrilling Kilimanjaro experience. Witness diverse landscapes, from lush rainforests to alpine deserts, culminating in breathtaking views from Uhuru Peak.
- Activity: Arrival, orientation, and trek briefing.
- Details: Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport and transfer to Moshi. Meet your guide for a pre-trek briefing and gear check. Overnight stay at a comfortable lodge.
- Meals: Dinner.
- Trek Distance: 8km (5 hours).
- Details: Transfer to Marangu Gate for registration. Begin trekking through the lush rainforest, home to colobus monkeys and exotic birdlife. Overnight at Mandara Hut.
- Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
- Trek Distance: 12km (6-8 hours).
- Details: Ascend through moorland with stunning views of Mawenzi Peak and the Kibo summit. Arrive at Horombo Hut for dinner and overnight stay.
- Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
- Activity: Explore the surroundings to enhance acclimatization.
- Details: Optional hike to Zebra Rocks (3,980m) to help your body adjust to higher altitudes. Rest and enjoy the serene environment.
- Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
- Trek Distance: 10km (6-8 hours).
- Details: Trek through alpine desert, with spectacular views of Kibo and Mawenzi Peaks. Rest and prepare for the summit attempt at Kibo Hut.
- Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
- Trek Distance: 16km (10-14 hours).
- Details: Begin the summit ascent at midnight. Trek through the dark with headlamps to reach Gilman’s Point (5,685m) and then Uhuru Peak. Descend to Kibo Hut for rest, followed by a trek back to Horombo Hut.
- Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
- Trek Distance: 20km (6-7 hours).
- Details: Final descent through the rainforest to Marangu Gate. Collect your summit certificates and transfer back to Moshi for a celebratory dinner and overnight stay.
- Meals: Breakfast and lunch.
INCLUSIONS & EXCLUSIONS
INCLUSIONS
- Professional mountain guides, porters, and cooks.
- Accommodation: huts on the mountain and a lodge in Moshi.
- Meals as indicated (breakfast, lunch, dinner).
- Clean, purified drinking water.
- Kilimanjaro National Park fees and rescue fees.
- Roundtrip transfers from Moshi to Marangu Gate.
- Emergency oxygen and first-aid kits.
EXCLUDES
- Flights to/from Kilimanjaro International Airport.
- Travel insurance.
- Personal trekking gear (can be rented on request).
- Tips for guides, porters, and cook.
- Additional meals and beverages in Moshi.
- Visas and personal expenses.
