6 Days Marangu Route

Hut Accommodation

Offers sheltered hut accommodations instead of tents, ensuring a comfortable stay throughout the climb, especially during unpredictable weather.

Well-Established Infrastructure

This route is well-maintained with clearly defined paths and regular resting points, making it one of the safest routes for climbers.

Day 1: Marangu Gate (1,870m) – Mandara Hut (2,700m)

• Distance: ~8 km | Time: 4–5 hrs

• Habitat: Montane Forest
  Activities:

• Drive from Moshi/Arusha to Marangu Gate (registration & briefing)

• Begin trek through lush rainforest

• Overnight at Mandara Hut

Day 2: Mandara Hut – Horombo Hut (3,720m)

• Distance: ~12 km | Time: 6–8 hrs

• Habitat: Moorland
  Activities:

• Hike through forest into moorland zone

• See Maundi Crater (optional detour)

• Stunning views of Mawenzi and Kibo peaks

• Overnight at Horombo Hut

Day 3: Acclimatization Day at Horombo Hut

• Altitude: 3,720m
  Activities:

• Short hike to Zebra Rocks (4,000m) or Mawenzi Ridge for acclimatization

• Return to Horombo for rest and preparation

• Overnight at Horombo Hut

Day 4: Horombo Hut – Kibo Hut (4,700m)

• Distance: ~10 km | Time: 5–7 hrs

• Habitat: Alpine Desert
  Activities:

• Hike past “Last Water Point”

• Trek across the saddle between Mawenzi and Kibo

• Early dinner and rest before summit push

• Overnight at Kibo Hut

Day 5: Kibo Hut – Uhuru Peak (5,895m) – Horombo Hut

• Distance: ~6 km up / ~16 km down | Time: 12–15 hrs

• Habitat: Arctic (summit), Moorland (descent)
  Activities:

• Midnight start for summit attempt

• Pass Gilman’s Point (5,685m) and Stella Point (5,756m)

• Reach Uhuru Peak – the Roof of Africa

• Descend to Horombo Hut for overnight

Day 6: Horombo Hut – Marangu Gate – Arusha/Moshi

• Distance: ~20 km | Time: 6–7 hrs

• Habitat: Moorland & Rainforest
  Activities:

• Final descent through the rainforest

• Collect summit certificates at the gate

• Drive back to Moshi or Arusha for hotel drop-off