5 Days Climbing
For conquering the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa’s highest peak and the world’s tallest freestanding mountain (5.895 m) we offer you 3 routes that suit every trekkers experience and fitness. Kilimanjaro Marangu Route. The Marangu route is our recommendation for a 5 days climbing experience at Kilimanjaro. This route, known as the “Coca-Cola” route, is the original route established to climb the mount, being the shortest and most direct, and using the same ascent and descent path. Despite being less scenic than others and having a shorter period to acclimatize, it’s the only route where camping is not necessary, giving you the possibility to sleep in mountain huts along the way. This route is the best suited for beginners and those in need of comfortable conditions.
Day
Date
Number of persons
Accommodation
Arrival
Arusha
You will be warmly welcomed by one of our guides at your arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, from where you will be taken to your accommodation in Arusha.
Accommodations recommended
(according to availabilities)
- Villa Poa
- Blue Elephant
Day 1
Mandara Hut (2.715 m, 5 to 6 hours duration)
Start your trip around 9:00 am in your hotel, and after a short climbing briefing, depart to Kilimanjaro National Park entrance: Marangu Gate (1.860 m). Your hike will start going through the rainforest, where you will be able to enjoy the lush vegetation as well as several species of monkeys and birds. After reaching Mandara Hut and having some rest, you can visit the Maundi crater (15 minutes away) with your guide, for an impressive view. Dinner and overnight at Mandara Hut.
Accommodations recommended
(according to availabilities)
- Camp Mandara Hut
Day 2
Horombo Hut (3.720 m, 6 to 7 hours duration)
Right after breakfast, continue with a moderate trek towards Horombo Hut, the second highest altitude camp (3.720 m), from where you will have great views of two volcanos: Kibo and Mawenzi. Dinner and overnight at the camp.
Accommodations recommended
(according to availabilities)
- Camp Horombo Hut
Day 3
Kibo Hut (4.730 m)
A relatively easu trekking to the Kibo Hut (4.730 m) will help you keep up your energy for the summit attempt the next day. Have lunch and the camp and rest there as much as you can, avoiding strenuous activity and drinking enough water.
Accommodations recommended
(according to availabilities)
- Camp Kibo Hut
Day 4
Summit attempt (5.895 m) – Horombo Hut (3.720 m) 10 to 12 hours duration
Wake up at midnight for having tea and biscuits, and start your summit attempt, so you can reach the Uhuru peak (5.895 m) in time for sunrise, which will definitely be a unique experience. After reaching the summit you can also descent to the nearest glacier if desired. Return to Kibo and after a 2 hour rest continue to Horombo Hut for relaxing, dinner and overnight.
Accommodations recommended
(according to availabilities)
- Camp Horombo Hut
Day 5
Arusha (1.400 m, 5 to 6 hours duration)
After a warm breakfast, head back to Marangu Gate to meet your group. You will receive the congratulations and commemorative certificates in order, and transfer back to your accommodation in Arusha.
Accommodations recommended
(according to availabilities)
Day 6
Accommodations recommended
(according to availabilities)
Day 7
Accommodations recommended
(according to availabilities)
Day 8
Accommodations recommended
(according to availabilities)
end of the
adventure
Include
- Airport transfer
- Kilimanjaro National Park transfers
- Professional mountain guide, cooks and porters
- Accommodation according to the itinerary
- Meals according to the itinerary
- Mineral water
- National Parks fees
- Rescue fees
- Government taxes
Exclude
- Flights
- Visa fees
- Travel insurance
- Personal equipment: sleeping bags, trekking poles, shoes, clothing (available to rent at extra cost)
- Tips for guide, cook and porters (highly recommended) *
* The standard tipping policy per group is 20$/day for the guide and 15$/day for the cook and porters
Note that we can adapt every itinerary to perfectly match your needs and requests. We create tailor-made travel experiences designed upon our clients’ preferences so don’t hesitate to contact us for customised quotations. We are here to ensure your comfort, safety and most importantly your happiness!
