6-Day Marangu Route Kilimanjaro Climb
The only hut-to-hut route on Kilimanjaro. Sleep in mountain huts with bunk beds instead of tents — a solid choice in the wetter months.
- Duration
- 6 days
- From (per person)
- $1,690
- Best for
- Trekkers who prefer a bed to a tent, or who are climbing in the rainy season.
Trip highlights
Why guests choose this trip
- Dormitory huts with beds and dining halls
- Gentlest gradients of any route
- Optional extra acclimatisation day at Horombo
- Same path up and down
Day-by-day itinerary
Day 1
Moshi to Mandara Hut
Rainforest walk from Marangu Gate to the Mandara huts.
1,860 m → 2,700 m
Day 2
Mandara to Horombo Hut
Into open moorland with views of Mawenzi and Kibo.
2,700 m → 3,720 m
Day 3
Acclimatisation day at Horombo
Day hike to Zebra Rocks at 4,020 m, then back to the huts to rest.
3,720 m · 4 hrs
Day 4
Horombo to Kibo Hut
Across the Saddle to Kibo Hut. Early dinner and rest before summit night.
3,720 m → 4,700 m
Day 5
Summit night: Uhuru Peak, then Horombo
Midnight start to Gilman's Point and Uhuru Peak, then a long descent to Horombo.
4,700 m → 5,895 m → 3,720 m
Day 6
Horombo to Moshi
Descent to Marangu Gate, certificates and transfer to your hotel.
3,720 m → 1,860 m
What's included
- All park, hut, rescue and conservation fees
- Certified guides, cook and porters
- All mountain meals and filtered drinking water
- Hut accommodation with mattresses
- Daily health checks, emergency oxygen and altitude bag
- Two hotel nights in Moshi with breakfast and airport transfers
Not included
- Flights, visa and insurance
- Personal gear (rental available)
- Crew tips — roughly USD 250 per climber
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