Included and Excluded
- All park fees and rescue fees, including taxes
- Return transfers between Kilimanjaro International Airport and Moshi
- Accommodation in hotels (half board) and mountain huts
- Nutritious meals and hot drinks during the climb
- Basic first aid kit for emergencies
- Qualified mountain guide, assistant guides, porters, and cook
- Daily washing water
- Porter to carry duffel bag (max 15kg/32 lbs)
- Certificate for successful summit attempt
- Emergency medical evacuation cover
- Armed ranger fee
- Flights and airport taxes
- Personal expenses (e.g., souvenirs, snacks)
- Compulsory tips for guides, porters, and cooks (averaging $250-$300 per hiker based on group size and duration)
Highlights of the Tour
- Embark on an exhilarating 6-day journey to the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro via the Marangu Route, where breathtaking views and unforgettable experiences await at Africa's highest peak.
Itinerary
Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport, complete customs and immigration, and meet your driver for transfer to your hotel in Moshi Town.
- Overnight at River Tree Lodge.
After breakfast, head to Kilimanjaro National Park Gate. Wait for your permits while enjoying the lively atmosphere. Begin your trek through muddy trails to Mandara Huts. Â
- Elevation: 1905m to 2723m
- Distance: 8.3km
- Hiking Time: 4-5hrs
- Habitat: Rainforest
Depart for Horombo Hut, leaving the rainforest behind. Enjoy stunning views of Mawenzi along the way. Â
- Elevation: 2723m to 3721m
- Distance: 12.5km
- Hiking Time: 6-8hrs
- Habitat: Moorland
Spend a day at Horombo to acclimatize. Option to hike to Mawenzi base camp for better altitude adjustment.
After breakfast, continue to Kibo Hut, crossing the saddle between Mawenzi and Kibo. Â
- Elevation: 3721m to 4714m
- Distance: 10.5km
- Hiking Time: 6-8hrs
- Habitat: Semi-desert
Begin your ascent at midnight. Reach Stella Point for breathtaking views, then continue to Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa. Descend back to Horombo Hut for your final night on the mountain. Â
- Elevation: 4714m to 5895m (ascent), 3721m to 12208m (descent)
- Distance: 6.2km (up), 15.75km (down)
- Hiking Time: 5-7hrs (up), 5-6hrs (down)
- Habitat: Glaciers, snow
After breakfast, trek back to Marangu Gate for your certificate presentation. Transfer back to Moshi and spend a leisure day before your flight.
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