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Kilimanjaro Climb on Marangu Route (8 Days)

Kilimanjaro

Kilimanjaro Climb on Marangu Route (8 Days)

8 days | 7 nights

Extended Marangu itinerary with an extra acclimatization day to boost summit success while keeping hut comfort.

Rainforest to moorland to alpine desert, with a steady summit push via Gilman's Point and a hut descent to Horombo.

Route style

Hut-based 'Coca-Cola' route

Accommodation

Mountain huts

Difficulty

Moderate

Acclimatization

Built-in Mawenzi acclimatization

Start / End

Pick up and drop off Kilimanjaro airport

Why this route

  • Comfortable hut overnights without camping.
  • Extra acclimatization day at Mawenzi for better summit odds.
  • Direct, no-nonsense line to Uhuru with classic crater views.

Day by day

Safari outline

Follow the daily rhythm: early starts, steady climbs, acclimatization pauses, and summit night, all staged for altitude success.

Day 1

Arrive Moshi

Arrive at Kilimanjaro airport, meet your representative, and transfer to the hotel. Complete briefing and final gear check.

  • - Overnight at Sal Salinero Hotel (or equivalent), Bed and Breakfast
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Day 2

Moshi - Mandara hut (9,020ft | 2750m)

Forest approach from Marangu gate to Mandara hut with thick canopy, picnic lunch, and evening hut stay.

  • - Packed lunch
  • - Dinner and overnight at Mandara hut
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Day 3

Mandara hut - Horombo hut (12,200ft | 3720m)

Climb into moorland with expanding views and settle at Horombo hut for the night.

  • - Packed lunch en route
  • - Dinner and overnight at Horombo hut
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Day 4

Horombo acclimatization (Mawenzi hut hike)

Spend the day hiking up to Mawenzi hut for acclimatization, then return to Horombo for dinner and overnight.

  • - Acclimatization hike toward Mawenzi
  • - Second night at Horombo hut
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Day 5

Horombo hut - Kibo hut (15,420ft | 4700m)

Traverse the alpine saddle toward Kibo Hut; early dinner and rest for summit night.

  • - Packed lunch at a picnic site
  • - Overnight at Kibo Hut
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Day 6

Kibo hut - Summit - Horombo hut

Midnight summit bid via Gilman's Point to Uhuru Peak, then descend to Kibo for brunch and onward to Horombo.

  • - Summit via Gilman's Point
  • - Brunch at Kibo
  • - Overnight at Horombo hut
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Day 7

Horombo hut - Moshi

Descend to the park gate and transfer to Moshi for a celebratory rest.

  • - Overnight at Sal Salinero Hotel (or equivalent), Bed and Breakfast
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Day 8

Moshi | Kilimanjaro | Depart

Breakfast at the hotel, then transfer to Kilimanjaro airport for departure or onward travel.

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Included

  • Arrival & departure transfers from Kilimanjaro airport, full briefing, and gear check.
  • All meals while on climb (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner).
  • Mountain hut accommodation throughout the trek.
  • All park fees and camping fees.
  • Guides' and porters' salaries.
  • English-speaking professional guide.
  • 2 nights accommodation in Moshi on Bed and Breakfast (1 before and 1 after the climb).

Not included

  • Sleeping bags and climbing gear (available for hire at our offices).
  • Items of a personal nature.
  • Traveler's insurance.
  • Tips to guides and porters.

Transport & Assistance

  • 7- and 22-seater minibuses plus 4x4 custom safari vehicles for airport transfers and mountain transport, with VHS/BLU communication and English-speaking driver-guides.
  • Included onboard: cooler/ice box, bottled mineral water, guidebooks, binoculars.
  • Expert English-speaking mountain guides familiar with route, flora, and culture.
  • Guides trained on altitude-related sickness; Gamow bags available on request.
  • Kilimanjaro National Park rescue team uses VHS communication across stations.
  • Guides use mobile phones to stay in contact throughout the climb.
  • Porters carry climbing gear and supplies; personal daypack porters available on request at extra fee.
  • Chemical eco-friendly toilet provided complimentary for groups of 4+.

Pricing

Quotation (nett, USD)

Ask for custom dates or private groups.

8 Days 7 Nights Kilimanjaro Climb on Marangu Route (6 days / 5 nights on the mountain).

OptionEach of 1 paxEach of 2 paxEach of 3-5 paxEach of 6-9 pax
Sal SalineroUSD 2695USD 2294USD 1880USD 1835

Terms, cancellations, and notes

  • Safari plan is flexible and can be modified to suit preferences.
  • Quotation only until confirmed; prices may change with park fee or supplier adjustments.
  • 30% deposit at confirmation; balance due at least 35 days before departure.
  • 35 days prior: 30% fee; 34–15 days: 50%; 14 days to no-show: 100%.
  • All wire transfers payable to Eve On Safari; personal bills payable in USD, EUR, or GBP.
  • Children below 16 years charged 80% of the adult rate.

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