8 Days Kilimanjaro Climb & Cultural Experience (Marangu Route)
Prices Per Person (USD)
High Season (July–Oct, Dec–Feb)
- 2 pax: $2,021
- 4 pax: $1,830
- 6 pax: $1,790
Low Season (March–June, Nov)
- 2 pax: $1,970
- 4 pax: $1,740
- 6 pax: $1,529
Inclusions
✔ Airport transfers (Kilimanjaro International Airport – Moshi – return)
✔ 2 nights hotel accommodation in Moshi (before & after trek)
✔ 1-day cultural tourism program (Kinukamori or Old Moshi)
✔ All park fees, camping/hut fees, rescue fees, VAT
✔ Professional mountain guides, cook, and porters
✔ Accommodation in mountain huts (Mandara, Horombo, Kibo)
✔ Meals on the mountain (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
✔ Drinking water during trek
✔ Trekking poles (on request)
✔ First aid kit, oxygen cylinder
Exclusions
✘ International flights
✘ Tanzania visa
✘ Travel insurance
✘ Personal trekking gear (sleeping bag, boots, etc.)
✘ Tips for guide, cook, and porters (recommended $250–$300 per climber)
✘ Alcoholic & soft drinks
What to Bring:
- Warm clothing and layered trekking gear
- Hiking boots, trekking poles, gloves, and hat
- Personal medication and first aid
- Camera and power banks
- Water bottles and snacks
Overview
This package combines an authentic cultural experience in Moshi with the classic Marangu Route trek up Mount Kilimanjaro, Tanzania’s highest peak. You’ll begin with a full-day cultural immersion at Kinukamori Waterfall (Chagga Culture) or Old Moshi Cultural Tourism, before embarking on a 7-day trek to Uhuru Peak (5,895m).
The Marangu Route, also known as the “Coca-Cola Route,” is the only Kilimanjaro route with hut accommodations. It offers gradual ascents, comfortable trekking, and stunning scenery including Mandara Hut, Horombo Hut, Kibo Hut, and the summit push to Uhuru Peak.
Itinerary
Day 1: Cultural Experience (Moshi)
- Morning visit to Kinukamori Waterfall or Old Moshi Cultural Tourism Program.
- Activities include coffee tour, Chagga storytelling, banana beer brewing, and traditional dances.
- Lunch with a local Chagga family.
- Overnight in Moshi town.
Day 2: Moshi – Marangu Gate – Mandara Hut
- Drive to Marangu Gate (1,860m).
- Begin trek through lush montane forest.
- Overnight at Mandara Hut (2,700m).
Day 3: Mandara Hut – Horombo Hut
- Trek through moorland with views of Kibo and Mawenzi peaks.
- Overnight at Horombo Hut (3,720m).
Day 4: Horombo Hut (Acclimatization Day)
- Acclimatization hike to Zebra Rocks (4,000m).
- Overnight at Horombo Hut.
Day 5: Horombo Hut – Kibo Hut
- Trek across alpine desert to Kibo Hut (4,700m).
- Early dinner and rest before summit attempt.
Day 6: Kibo Hut – Uhuru Peak – Horombo Hut
- Midnight start for summit push via Gilman’s Point (5,681m) to Uhuru Peak (5,895m).
- After photos at the summit, descend to Horombo Hut for overnight.
Day 7: Horombo Hut – Marangu Gate – Moshi
- Final descent through moorland and forest to Marangu Gate.
- Drive back to Moshi.
- Overnight in Moshi hotel.
Day 8: Departure
- Breakfast and transfer to Kilimanjaro Airport or onward program.
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