Kilimanjaro Marangu Route 6 Days

6 Days
  • 3 Stars Hotels, Tent Camping
  • Jan, Feb, Mar, July, Aug & Sept
  • English, Spanish, French, Chinese
  • 5895 Metres
  • All meals during the trek
  • 2 to 20 People
  • Kilimanjaro (JRO)
  • Easy to Moderate
  • Moshi
  • Moshi
  • 12
  • 82

Trip Overview

The Marangu Route is the oldest on Kilimanjaro and is also one of the most popular – mainly because it is the only route on the mountain that has huts provided for hikers. This could partly be a result of the fact that the Marangu is the least expensive route, but more so, perhaps the fact that it is possible to do the Marangu route in 5 days, thereby getting to the summit one day earlier. This is not always the best way, due to a shorter acclimatization period, so we recommend taking the Marangu route as 6 days trek.
The Marangu route does however offer you the many options of spending acclimatization day on the mountain. This extends the Marangu route to a 6-day trek greatly increasing your chances of success. However, the success rate with the Marangu route is much lower compared with other Kilimanjaro routes.
Shared hut accommodation on the Marangu route forms one of the main differences, compared to the other routes. It offers you the relative luxury of being able to sleep in huts along the entire route. Mineral water, soft drinks, chocolates, and beers are also sold at all the camps on this route. All your equipment and supplies are portered and a cook prepares all your meals. The main itinerary difference between the Marangu 5-day and 6-day routes is the additional acclimatization day at Horombo Hut. Kibo Huts are always recommended to have at least 1 day in town before starting your trek.

This route is a great choice for those coming during the rainy season (March through June -because let’s face it, camping is no fun in the rain!). Taking this route over 6 days will greatly help you with an extra day of acclimatization.

This route has wonderful views and opportunities of both peaks of Kilimanjaro (Kibo and Mawenzi). It is worthwhile noting that it is the only route of Kilimanjaro where you ascend and descend using the same route.

Tour Highlights

  • Departure and Return Place: Moshi Town to Marangu Gate and then back to Kilimanjaro International Airport (Google Map)
  • Departure Time: Please be ready by 8:15 AM for a prompt departure at 9:30 AM.
  • Return Time: Approximately 10:30 AM on the last day.
  • Dress Code: Casual. Comfortable athletic clothing, hiking shoes, hat, cold weather jacket, gloves, pants, and spare clothing.
  • Accommodation: Two nights of accommodations based on Bed and Breakfast at 3 stars hotel (upgrades on request).
  • Customizations: Can be customized upon request, to meet traveller’s needs
  • Extensions: Trip Extensions are available on request.
  • Trip Availability: All year round.

Trip Highlights

  • Arrival
  • Day 1: Marangu Gate (1980m) – Mandara Hut (2700m)
  • Day 2: Mandara Hut (2700m) – Horombo Hut (3720m)
  • Day 3: Horombo Hut (3720m) – Acclimatization Day
  • Day 4: Horombo Hut (3720m) – Kibo Hut (4700m)
  • Day 5: Summit Attempt – Kibo hut (4700m) – Uhuru Peak (5895m) – Horombo Hut (3720m)
  • Day 6: Horombo Hut (3720m) – Marangu Gate (1980m)
  • Departure

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Kilimanjaro Marangu Route 6 Days
From $1900
/ Adult
  • 3 Stars Hotels, Tent Camping
  • Jan, Feb, Mar, July, Aug & Sept
  • English, Spanish, French, Chinese
  • 5895 Metres
  • All meals during the trek
  • 2 to 20 People
  • Kilimanjaro (JRO)
  • Easy to Moderate
  • Moshi
  • Moshi
  • 12
  • 82

Trip Weather Forecast

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Moshi16.4°CPatchy rain nearby
SUNRISE06:07 AM
SUNSET06:23 PM Africa/Dar_es_Salaam
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Tue29.2/16.1°CModerate rain
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Wed30.8/17.5°CPatchy rain nearby
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