Marangu Route Magic: 5 Days to The Africa’s Roof

After breakfast, we drive to Marangu Gate (1,870m), where we complete park registration and meet our trekking team. The trek begins through lush rainforests, with towering ficus trees, giant ferns, and occasional blue monkeys. After 4–5 hours of trekking, we arrive at Mandara Hut (2,720m), a cozy wooden hut with bunk beds. A short trek to Maundi Crater offers beautiful views of Kenya’s Amboseli National Park. - Elevation: 1,870m (6,135ft) → 2,720m (8,923ft) - Hiking Time: 4–5 hours - Distance: 8 km / 5 miles - Habitat: Montane Rainforest - Accommodation: Mandara Hut

We leave the rainforest behind and enter the moorland zone, with scenic views of Kibo and Mawenzi Peaks. The trail passes through giant lobelias and everlasting flowers, offering a unique alpine atmosphere. After about 5–6 hours of trekking, we reach Horombo Hut (3,720m), where trekkers from different routes converge. The hut provides incredible sunset views over the plains of Tanzania. - Elevation: 2,720m (8,923ft) → 3,720m (12,205ft) - Hiking Time: 5–6 hours - Distance: 12 km / 7.5 miles - Habitat: Moorland - Accommodation: Horombo Hut

Today’s trek is more challenging as we enter the alpine desert, crossing the Saddle between Kibo and Mawenzi Peaks. The trail is dry and barren, with strong winds and high altitude. We reach Kibo Hut (4,703m) in the afternoon, where we rest and have an early dinner before preparing for the midnight summit attempt*. Tip: Stay hydrated and rest well— summit night is the toughest part of the trek! - Elevation: 3,720m (12,205ft) → 4,703m (15,430ft) -Hiking Time: 5–6 hours - Distance:9 km / 5.6 miles - Habitat: Alpine Desert - Accommodation: Kibo Hut

Midnight Summit Attempt At midnight, we begin the final ascent to Uhuru Peak. The trail is steep and covered in loose volcanic scree. After 5–6 hours of slow, determined trekking, we reach Gilman’s Point (5,685m) on the crater rim. From here, another 1–2 hours of trekking leads to Uhuru Peak (5,895m)—the highest point in Africa! After celebrating and taking in the breathtaking sunrise views over glaciers and the African plains, we descend back to Kibo Hut for a short rest and then continue down to Horombo Hut. Achievement: You’ve officially conquered Mount Kilimanjaro! - Elevation: 4,703m (15,430ft) 5,895m (19,341ft) 3,720m (12,205ft) - Hiking Time: 12–14 hours (6–8 hours ascent, 6 hours descent) - Distance: 21 km / 13 miles - Habitat: Arctic Zone & Moorland - Accommodation: Horombo Hut

The final day of trekking takes us through moorlands and lush rainforest back to Marangu Gate. After receiving your summit certificates, we drive back to Arusha or Moshi, where you can relax and celebrate your achievement.