Welcome to Tanzania! Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport and transfer to your hotel in Moshi. Meet your guide for a briefing, check your gear, and enjoy a good night’s rest before the adventure begins.
After breakfast, drive to Marangu Gate. Begin trekking through lush rainforest, crossing streams and enjoying the local flora and fauna. Reach Mandara Hut (2,700m) in about 4–5 hours. Overnight at the hut, acclimatizing for higher altitudes.
Continue trekking through the heath and moorland zones. Stop at scenic viewpoints along the way. Arrive at Horombo Hut (3,720m) in 5–6 hours. Enjoy a hearty meal and prepare for the next day’s ascent.
Today is a moderate trek through alpine desert. Cross the lunar landscape of Kilimanjaro and reach Kibo Hut (4,700m) by afternoon. Rest well as summit night is ahead. Trek duration: 5–6 hours.
Start around midnight to reach Uhuru Peak (5,895m) by sunrise. After taking in the breathtaking views, descend back to Kibo Hut and then to Horombo Hut for rest. This is the most challenging day, but your guides and porters are there to support you.
Descend through the rainforest to Marangu Gate. Celebrate your successful climb and receive your summit certificate. Transfer back to Moshi for a comfortable overnight stay or onward travel.
Tip: Make sure to drink plenty of water and take it slow during the ascent. The Marangu Route offers the comfort of huts and a well-established path, making it perfect for first-time climbers.