8 days tour

Mount Kilimanjaro Trek (Marangu Route) 8D/7N

$ 2,817 .00 USD

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Mount Kilimanjaro Trek (Marangu Route) 8D/7N

This tour includes:

Transport

Pick-up, drop-off, tour transport Moshi bus station pick-up/drop-off Roundtrip transportation to/from point of trek

Others

Trekking adventure 8 day trek to Mount Kilimanjaro 10% discount on meals at select restaurants in Moshi Tents Park fees Supplemental oxygen and pulse oximeter Katadyn-filtered water

Meals

*7B / 6L / 5D

Guide

English speaking driver/guides

Accommodation

7N in Mixed accommodation 5 night camping during trek in shared huts 2 nights in hotel

Not included:

Insurance

Travel Insurance is not included

Optional

Other activities and services are not included

Others

Airfare Other meals & drinks Sleeping bags (available to hire) Group doctor Tips Personal expenses Optional activities Travellers insurance Airport departure tax Airport transfers Toilets during trek - portable flush toilet with a toilet tent is extra (us$150 per toilet + toilet tent)

Flights

International flights are not included

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Itinerary of your trip Mount Kilimanjaro Trek (Marangu Route) 8D/7N

  • Day 1 Day 1: Moshi, Tanzania
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 1: Moshi, Tanzania

      Moshi Bus Station Pick-Up - Transfer to Moshi Accommodation
      Your first day begins with a pick up at the Moshi Bus Station and a transfer to your accommodation in Moshi. Tonight, your guide will brief you on your upcoming trek and check all of your gear to ensure youโ€™ve got everything you need. Overnight in Moshi.

  • Day 2 Day 2: Moshi - Mandara Hut, Tanzania
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 2: Moshi - Mandara Hut, Tanzania

      Transfer to Marangu Gate (1,860m) & Trek to Mandara Hut (2,700m) (B/L/D)


      Drive from Moshi to the Marangu Gate at Kilimanjaro National Park [1,860m] on the eastern side of the mountain. The trek begins through dense rainforests of tall eucalyptuses where many species of birds and colobus monkeys can be sighted jumping through the canopy. Reach Mandara Hut [2,700m] where you will enjoy your evening meal and overnight.


      Overnight at Mandara Hut on Mt. Kilimanjaro.


      *Please Note: Allow plenty of time for your body to acclimatize by ascending slowly.


      Trekking Time: approx. 8.3 kms / 5 hrs

  • Day 3 Day 3: Mandara Hut - Horombo Hut, Tanzania
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 3: Mandara Hut - Horombo Hut, Tanzania

      Mandara Hut (2,700m) Trek to Horombo Hut (3,700m) (B/L/D)


      You will start hiking through rainforests and then through mountain heathland, where you will view unique giant lobelias and groundsels, some of which are over 3 meters high! You will then continue on, as the landscape turns into low shrubs and moorlands. As you get to Horombo Hut [3,700m], you will have amazing views of the Mawenzi, Kibo massifs and Masai steppe. Enjoy your evening meal and overnight. Overnight at Horombo Hut on Mt. Kilimanjaro.


      Trekking Time: approx. 12.5 kms / 9 hrs

  • Day 4 Day 4: Horombo Hut, Tanzania
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 4: Horombo Hut, Tanzania

      Trek to Horombo Hut (3,700m) via Zebra Rocks (4,020m) (B/L/D)


      Today will be an acclimatization day so your body can adjust to the altitude, which will greatly improve your chances of reaching the summit. Have a relaxing breakfast and then set off on a 3-4 hour trek to Zebra Rocks situated at 4,020m. The rocks are named for their distinctive black and white zebra-like stripes. Return back to Horombo Hut where lunch will be waiting for you. Enjoy some free time this afternoon to relax and charge your batteries for the strenuous trekking days ahead. Have your evening meal and overnight at Horombo Hut on Mt. Kilimanjaro.


      Trekking Time: 5 km / 4 hrs

  • Day 5 Day 5: Horombo Hut - Kibo Hut, Tanzania
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 5: Horombo Hut - Kibo Hut, Tanzania

      Trek to Kibo Hut (4,700m) (B/L/D)


      Today’s hike will be long and tough as you begin climbing past the “last water point” and the “saddle” into the plant-less plateau with a rocky moon-like landscape. You will cross the surprisingly wide saddle of alpine desert connecting Mawenzi and Kibo. Remember to drink a lot of water and move slowly to prevent altitude sickness. Reach Kibo Hut [4,700m] and go to bed early so you can get lots of rest before beginning your ascent to the summit tomorrow.


      Overnight at Kibo Hut on Mt. Kilimanjaro.


      Trekking Time: approx. 9.5-10 kms / 7 hrs

  • Day 6 Day 6: Kibo Hut - Horombo Hut, Tanzania
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 6: Kibo Hut - Horombo Hut, Tanzania

      Trek to Horombo Hut (4,700m) via Uhuru Peak (5,895m) (B/L/D)


      Today is the big "summit day!" You will be woken in the middle of the night around 12:00-1:00 am and begin your trek along frozen lava ash in the dark towards the summit. Climb along the rocky path passing the Hans Meyer Cave [5,200m] and then reach Gilman’s Point [5,681m] on the crater room at dawn. Appreciate a breathtaking sunrise with views over the impressive crater and the plains down below. After another 1-2 hours you will find yourself standing on the “Roof of Africa” at the great Kilimanjaro’s dizzying Uhuru Peak! [5,895m] On the summit, enjoy your accomplishment in total exhilaration as you admire the magnificent views of the surrounding plains. Once you have taken in this outstanding view, descend back to Kibo Hut where a rewarding warm meal awaits you. Take a 1-2-hr break and regain your strength so you can descend further to Horombo Hut [3,700m] arriving in the afternoon. The return to Horombo Hut will seem surprisingly fast compared to the tough ascent of the last days. After a long journey today, have your evening meal and tuck into bed early to rest up and recover from your big adventure.


      Overnight at Horombo Hut on Mount Kilimanjaro.


      Trekking Time: approx. 22 kms / 12-15hrs

  • Day 7 Day 7: Horombo Hut - Moshi, Tanzania
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 7: Horombo Hut - Moshi, Tanzania

      Trek to Marangu Gate (1,860m) & Transfer to Moshi (B/L)


      Have breakfast this morning and bid farewell to your mountain crew. Descend back down through moorlands and lush forests to Mandara Hut [2,700m] where lunch awaits you. Then continue down through lush rainforest to reach the Mount Kilimanjaro Marangu Gate [1,860m]. Get your Kilimanjaro trekking certificate and then meet your driver who will take you back to Moshi where you will be able to take a long and rewarding warm shower. Enjoy the rest of the day to relax, celebrate your big achievement and share photos with the rest of your group.


      Overnight in Moshi.


      Trekking Time: approx. 20.8 kms / 6 hrs

  • Day 8 Day 8: Moshi, Tanzania
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 8: Moshi, Tanzania

      Moshi Bus Station Drop-Off (B)


      Transfer to the Moshi Bus Station for your departure. You will leave with incredible memories that will last a lifetime!

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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

Youโ€™ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Challenging

Long and challenging experience. Youโ€™ll be required to have good physical fitness to go on it. In some of these activities you'll need previous experience on similar activities.

Age range

Age range

Min: 10 / Max: 99

Suitable age range for the experience. Minors must be accompanied by an adult.

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