Your Tanzanian adventure begins! As soon as you arrive at the airport, you will be warmly greeted by your driver, who will take you to your hotel in Moshi. Here you can relax and enjoy the rest of the day, preparing for the experiences ahead.

In the morning, a transfer will take you from Moshi to the Marangu Parkgate. From there, your approximately 4-5 hour hike begins on a well-maintained trail. The first part leads you through tropical rainforest to the Mandara Hut, where you will spend the night.

The second day begins with a steep climb through the last stretch of rainforest. The landscape then changes, and you reach the open steppe, covered in giant heather. A detour to the Maundi Crater is worthwhile, offering a fantastic view of Kilimanjaro. The trail continues through tall steppe grass to the Horombo Hut, which you'll reach after about 6-7 hours. Just before the hut, nestled in a rocky hollow, you can see giant senecios and lobelias.

Today you have two options to get from the hut to the saddle. The direct route to the Mawenzi Saddle (Upper Trail) is very rocky and eroded. The ascent takes about 2 hours. It's another three hours to Kibo Hut. The so-called Lower Trail is easier and leads you through scrubland and high moorland. You reach the saddle about 1 km before Kibo Hut. The landscape now becomes noticeably rockier and rugged, almost like a stony desert with reddish-brown soil. You will spend the night in Kibo Hut. The hike to the hut takes 5-7 hours. You should go to bed early, as the summit attempt starts very early.

If you want to experience the unique sunrise at Gilman's Point (5,681 m), you should set off around midnight. The trail begins with a zigzag ascent across a scree slope. After about two hours, you'll reach Hans Meyer Cave, and the path becomes somewhat steeper. After another three hours or so, you'll arrive at Gilman's Point. Here, you'll be rewarded with a dramatic view of the rising sun, which bathes the ice fields and the rugged peaks of Mawenzi in a shimmering red glow. The trail continues with a gentle incline along the crater rim until you finally reach Uhuru Peak (5,898 m). Enjoy this moment! Now comes the long descent to the Kibo hut and, after a break, onward to the Horombo hut.

After a leisurely breakfast, the final descent begins across alpine meadows. You'll pass the Mandara Hut and reach the Marangu Gate through the rainforest. Here you'll say goodbye to your crew and to Kilimanjaro. A transfer will then take you back to your hotel in Moshi.

After breakfast, you will be transferred to the airport, from where you can begin your journey home or an extension program. We would be happy to help you plan a safari or a beach extension in Zanzibar.

Compared to most other routes that require camping, the Marangu Route offers overnight stays in mountain huts, increasing comfort, especially in bad weather. The trails are well-maintained and free of climbing sections, making this route less technically demanding and more accessible for less experienced hikers. The scenery along the Marangu route is particularly appealing, especially the extensive rainforest areas traversed at the beginning of the hike. However, this route has the disadvantage that the ascent and descent follow the same path, which can be perceived as less varied compared to routes with different ascent and descent paths. Finally, the Marangu route has the highest number of visitors of all Kilimanjaro routes, as it is considered one of the easier and more comfortable options. Therefore, it can get very crowded during peak season.

Extend your Tanzanian adventure with a break on the Indian Ocean! White sandy beaches, turquoise waters, and the unique flair of the "Spice Island" offer the perfect contrast to your action-packed days on the mainland. Whether you simply want to soak up the sun, stroll through the winding alleys of Stone Town, or experience the exotic scents of the spice plantations – we'll create your personalized beach extension in Zanzibar, tailored to your exact wishes.