Hiking Tours in Tanzania

Take a guided trek to the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro via the Marangu Route Enjoy the panoramic views of the sunrise from the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro Explore the diverse landscapes of Mount Kilimanjaro, from rainforests to alpine meadows Acclimatize to the altitude with a short trek to Zebra Rocks and Mawenzi Peak Spend the night at the Horombo Hut and enjoy a picnic lunch on the way to Kibo Hut Full description Climb to the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro on a 6-day trek along the Marangu Route. Admire the stunning views of the surrounding landscapes and enjoy the comfort of staying in huts along the way. Day 1: Moshi to Mandara Huts (2750 m.), via Marangu Gate After breakfast, be picked up from your hotel and drive to Marangu Gate where your permit for trekking will be issued. The gate formalities take about 1 hour and then start trekking after an introduction to your team from the Chief guide. The route begins at the National Park Marangu Gate at 1800 m. Walk through the fascinating rainforest to the Mandara Hut at 2750 m for dinner and overnight. Day 2: Mandara Huts to Horombo Huts (3780 m.) After breakfast, ascend through rolling alpine meadows containing giant Heather trees. Along this leisurely trail, enjoy the flora and views of Mawenzi and Kibo peaks. A picnic lunch is served on the way to Horombo Hut. Finally, dinner and overnight is taken at Horombo Hut. Day 3: Acclimatization day, Horombo hut to Zebra rocks (3959 m.) After breakfast, have a short day of walk for acclimatization to the beautifully rocks colored with black and white strips on the way to Mawenzi peak and back to Horombo hut for a hot lunch. Day 4: Horombo Huts to Kibo Huts (4700 m.) After a good night's rest, continue past the cactus-like ”Senecious” and the "last water" stream and move onto the lunar landscape on the saddle between Kibo and Mawenzi arrives Kibo Hut (4700m) for dinner and overnight. Day 5: Summit day The start for the summit is made in the early hours of the morning in order to reach Gillman’s Point (5680 m.) before dawn. From Gillman’s point, witness the most panoramic and unforgettable sunrise. One hour walk away from Gilman’s, reach the highest point in Africa, Uhuru Peak at 5,895m. The descent is less tiring and the night is spent at Horombo Hut. Day 6: Horombo Huts to Moshi via Marangu Gate Another half day's leisurely walk and one is back at the Park entrance again where you will meet with the vehicle and representative and drive you back to your hotel for rest to get ready for the next day program.

Throughout the trek, hikers will experience varied landscapes, from rainforests to alpine deserts, and witness stunning views of Kilimanjaro and its surroundings. Acclimatization days ensure a safer climb, and guides provide insights into the local flora and fauna, making the journey educational as well as physically rewarding. The summit bid at midnight, culminating in a sunrise at Uhuru Peak, is an unforgettable highlight.Day 1: Londorossi Gate to Mti Mkubwa Camp - Start:Londorossi Gate (2,100 meters) - Experience: After registration, a drive through the rainforest leads to the trailhead. Hikers trek through lush forest, spotting wildlife and exotic plants. - Camp: Mti Mkubwa (2,750 meters) Meal: breakfast, lunch and dinner included Day 2: Mti Mkubwa to Shira Camp 2 - Terrain: Forest to moorland - Highlights: The trail ascends through the forest, transitioning to the moorland zone, offering expansive views of the Shira Plateau. Experience: A gentle hike across the plateau allows acclimatization, with panoramic views of Mount Kilimanjaro’s peaks. - Camp: Shira Camp 2 (3,850 meters) Meal: breakfast, lunch and dinner included Day 3: Shira Camp 2 to Barranco Camp via Lava Tower - Challenge: Acclimatization hike - Highlights: Climb to Lava Tower (4,600 meters) for altitude adjustment, then descend to the scenic Barranco Valley. - Camp: Barranco Camp (3,960 meters) Meal: breakfast, lunch and dinner included Day 4: Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp - Terrain: Barranco Wall, alpine desert - Experience: Ascend the Barranco Wall, a steep but non-technical climb, then traverse valleys and ridges to Karanga Camp. - Camp: Karanga Camp (4,035 meters) Meal: breakfast, lunch and dinner included Day 5: Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp - Terrain: Alpine desert - Highlights: A steady climb to Barafu Camp with breathtaking views of the summit path. Rest and prepare for the final ascent TO base Camp. - Camp: Barafu Camp (4,673 meters) Meal: breakfast, lunch and dinner included Day 6: Barafu Camp to Summit, then descent to Mweka Camp - Summit Attempt: Midnight departure for Uhuru Peak (5,895 meters) - Experience: A challenging climb under the stars to Stella Point and then to Uhuru Peak at sunrise. After celebration and photos, descend to Mweka Camp. - Camp: Mweka Camp (3,100 meters) Meal: breakfast, lunch and dinner included Day 7: Mweka Camp (3100m) to Mweka Gate (1630m) Approx. hiking time: 3 hours Distance covered: 10 km Meal: breakfast, lunch and dinner included Walk down the Mweka montane forest to Mweka Gate for 3 hours, where we complete park formalities and receive certificates, which you can hang up with pride. The vehicle will be ready to drive you back to the hotel for warm shower at Moshi. It’s definitely time to celebrate!

We will pick you up early in the morning from your hotel in Arusha ( 06:00am), Moshi ( 07:00am) or upon your arrival at Kilimanjaro/Arusha airports in a clean airconditioned vehicle and drive to Marangu village approximately 3 hrs from Arusha and 1 hr from Moshi town. Upon your arrival at Marangu gate we will do all the necessary gate registration then commence with the hike through the dense Kilimanjaro rainforest. Alongside the impressive vegetation, you will have the chance to catch a glimpse of black and white colobus monkeys, blue monkeys and various bird species. Our knowledgeable English-speaking guide will inform you about Kilimanjaro and will explain the different species of plants and animals you will see. You will also meet mountain climbers descending from the top, and perhaps some of them will tell you of their experiences and you can start to dream about a climb of your own! After a 3-4 hour hike, you will reach Mandara Hut (2720m), where you will have a well-earned rest and lunch. Your guide will then take you on a short hike (15 minutes walking distance) to the Maundi Crater, where you can enjoy wonderful views of Mount Kilimanjaro, Northern Tanzania and Kenya. Once you have thoroughly enjoyed the views, you will return to the Marangu Gate (2-3 hours walking distance), where your vehicle will be waiting for your transfer back to your hotel. On your return journey you can enjoy the sunset and the day‘s memories.