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On a 5 Day Climb Kilimanjaro, summit the roof of Africa.

Set off on a life-changing 5 Day Climb Kilimanjaro summit via the stunning Marangu Route. Immerse yourself in breathtaking environments ranging from lush rainforests to alpine deserts, all while resting in cozy huts for the utmost convenience.

This all-inclusive package, which includes pre and post-hike accommodations, Marangu Route Price starts at only $1,812 per person and guarantees a perfect and unforgettable trip. With skilled guides and porters, you’ll be well-equipped to face the mountain’s obstacles and reach Uhuru Peak, Africa’s highest point.

Take advantage of this once-in-a-lifetime African trip. Today is the day to book your 5 Day Climb Kilimanjaro via Marangu Route!

Safari Highlights

Mid Range Tour

This affordable Climbing package offer you to sleep in a cozy huts.

Private Tour

This 5 Day Climb Kilimanjaro is exclusively for you, ensuring no sharing with other travelers.

Can start any day

This tour is flexible and can start any day that suit your schedule.

Starting Point

This Marangu Route Price (offers airport transfers) start and ending in Kilimanjaro International Airport

Day 1: Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport

Welcome to Tanzania!

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) meet our driver-guide. Drive to Moshi. You will meet our team members for a briefing and get to know your guides. Checking for your climbing gear. Then to be served overnight.

Elevation (ft): 6,046 ft to 8,858 ft. Distance: 8 km | 5 miles. Hiking Time: 4-5 hours Habitat: RainForest

To be driven up to Marangu Gate for the beginning of the trek. The hiking trail begins by ascending a beautiful, tropical rainforest. At the upper edge of the forest line, we can see blue monkeys. Enjoy the stunning rainforest scenery and windy trails while your guide tells you about the local flora, fauna, and natural wildlife. At these lower elevations, the course can be muddy and quite slippery. We highly recommend gaiters and trekking poles here.

  • Destination: Kilimanjaro Mountain
  • Accommodation: Mandara Hut
  • Meal: All Meals and drinks (tea, hot chocolate, coffee, and water)

Elevation (ft): 8,858 ft to 12,205 ft. Distance: 12 km | 7 miles. Hiking Time: 6-8 hours Habitat: Heath

We start the day, continuing through the forest until the trail opens into high moorland. We may get our first views of the Kibo and Mawenzi peaks. Continue up into open moorlands where small shrubs are the main vegetation. Stop halfway for lunch, to enjoy the fantastic views of Mawenzi. Arrive at the Horombo Huts late afternoon beneath the spectacular Kibo Summit viewpoint. Temperatures begin to drop.

  • Destination: Kilimanjaro Mountain
  • Accommodation: Horombo Hut
  • Meal: All Meals and drinks (tea, hot chocolate, coffee, and water

Elevation (ft): 12,205 ft to 15,430 ft. Distance: 10 km | 6 miles Hiking. Time: 6-8 hours. Habitat: Alpine Desert

We climb gradually, then cross the lunar desert of the “Saddle” between Mawenzi and Kibo. Our camp, Kibo Hut, sits at the bottom of the Kibo crater wall. Once here we rest and enjoy an early dinner to prepare for the summit day.

  • Destination: Kilimanjaro Mountain
  • Accommodation: Kibo Hut
  • Meal: All Meals and drinks (tea, hot chocolate, coffee, and water

Elevation (ft): 15,430 ft to 19,341 ft. Distance: 6 km | 4 miles Hiking Time: 6-8 hours. Habitat: Arctic.

Very early in the morning (around midnight), we begin our push to the summit. We ascend in the darkness for several hours while taking frequent, but short, breaks. At Gilman’s Point (18,600 ft), you will be rewarded with the most magnificent sunrise you are ever likely to see coming over Mawenzi Peak.

Finally, we arrive at Uhuru Peak- the highest point on Mount Kilimanjaro and the continent of Africa. After spending a few moments taking in the plains of Africa and your accomplishments, we descend to Horombo Hut.

Uhuru Peak to Horombo Hut Elevation (ft): 19,341 ft to 12,250 ft Distance: 16 km | 10 miles Hiking Time: 4-5 hours Habitat: Heath.

Later in the evening, we enjoyed our last dinner on the mountain and a well-earned sleep.

  • Destination: Kilimanjaro Mountain
  • Accommodation: Horombo Hut
  • Meal: All Meals and drinks (tea, hot chocolate, coffee, and water)

Elevation (ft): 12,205 ft to 6,046 ft. Distance: 20 km | 12 miles Hiking Time: 5-7 hours. Habitat: RainForest

On our last day, we have a long trek mostly downhill through the tropical rainforest. Once at the park headquarters at Marangu gate, we collect our summit certificates. A vehicle will meet us here and drive us back to the hotel.

Destination: Kilimanjaro Mountain

Accommodation: WeruWeru River Lodge

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, and drinks (tea, hot chocolate, coffee, and water.

Today, you will be transferred to the airport for your onward flight. After breakfast, you may have time to do the shopping for the souvenir before you take your Outbound flight.

  • Destination: Kilimanjaro International Airport
  • Accommodation: Non
  • Meal: breakfast, and drinking water

Note: The rates above is per adult age 16 and above

Hotel Rooms Category – 5 Day Climb Kilimanjaro

  • Single room = 1 People
  • Double room = 2 People
  • Twin room = 2 People
  • Triple room = 3 People.
  • Pickup and drop off at Kilimanjaro International Airport
  • 2 nights’ accommodation and meals in Moshi as an outline on the program
  • Transport to the starting point and pick up from exit from Kilimanjaro
  • All park fees (conservation fees, camping fees, crew fees, rescue fees, and other fees collected by Tanzania National Park)
  • Oxygen cylinder and ox meters
  • Complete medical kits
  • Hut accommodation on Mount Kilimanjaro)
  • All meals on the hike (Includes energy-rich and highly nutritious meals)
  • Fresh fruits during the hike
  • All drinks on the hike (tea, hot chocolate, coffee, and water)
  • Professional guides, licensed by Kilimanjaro National Park. All our guides have 6+ years of successful mountaineering experience.
  • Professional Chef
  • Support crew (assistance guide and chef, camp master, and porters)
  • Airline tickets
  • Personal Mountain gear
  • Energy bars
  • Entry visa to Tanzania
  • Tip to the crew (it is nowadays expected and you can count $150 per climber)
  • Mountaineering insurance

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