Make your festive season unforgettable by climbing Africa’s tallest mountain on the iconic Marangu Route, the only Kilimanjaro route offering cozy hut accommodation. This 6 Days Kilimanjaro Climbing Marangu Route Christmas & New Year adventure blends comfort with challenge as you trek through lush rainforest, alpine meadows, and the iconic lunar desert before attempting the summit of Uhuru Peak at 5,895m.

Enjoy a beautifully organized climbing experience with professional mountain guides, festive celebrations on the mountain, and breathtaking sunrise moments that welcome the New Year or crown your Christmas holiday in Tanzania. This is more than a climb — it’s a celebration of adventure, resilience, and new beginnings.

6-Day Kilimanjaro Marangu Route – Detailed Itinerary

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

After breakfast and a short briefing, drive to Marangu Gate for registration. Begin your hike through the lush rainforest alive with monkeys, birds, and subtropical vegetation. Arrive at Mandara Hut, where you settle into warm, clean alpine huts.
• Hiking time: 4–5 hours
• Distance: 8 km
• Elevation gain: 915 m

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

Ascend into the heath and moorland zone with panoramic views of Mawenzi Peak. The trail opens up to endless landscapes and unique alpine vegetation like giant lobelias. Overnight in comfortable dorm-style huts.
• Hiking time: 5–6 hours
• Distance: 12 km
• Elevation gain: 1,020 m

Day 3: Horombo Hut Acclimatization Day

A very important acclimatization day. Hike toward Mawenzi Hut for high-altitude adaptation, then return to Horombo Hut. Spend the afternoon relaxing, enjoying the stunning scenery, and preparing for the push to Kibo.
• Hiking time: 3–4 hours
• Purpose: Acclimatization

Day 4: Horombo Hut – Kibo Hut (4,703m)

Trek across the saddle desert between Mawenzi and Kibo — a hauntingly beautiful lunar landscape. Arrive at Kibo Hut for an early dinner and rest before your midnight summit attempt.
• Hiking time: 5–6 hours
• Distance: 10 km
• Elevation gain: 983 m

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

Awaken at midnight to begin the most challenging yet rewarding part of your climb. Ascend slowly through darkness to reach Gilman’s Point (5,685m) in time for sunrise. Continue along the crater rim to Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa.
Celebrate your Christmas or New Year triumph at the Roof of Africa!
Descend to Kibo for lunch and continue down to Horombo Hut.
• Total hiking time: 10–15 hours
• Distance: 16 km
• Elevation gain: 1,192 m to summit, then descend 2,175 m

Day 6: Horombo Hut – Marangu Gate – Moshi

Descend through moorland and rainforest to Marangu Gate. Receive your summit certificate and drive back to Moshi for a warm shower and celebration dinner.
• Hiking time: 6–7 hours
• Distance: 20 km

Inclusions

• Park fees and rescue fees
• All hut accommodation (Mandara, Horombo, Kibo)
• Professional licensed mountain guides
• Experienced cooks and porters
• All meals on the mountain (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
• Purified drinking water
• Pre- and post-climb briefing
• Round-trip transport from Moshi to Marangu Gate
• Summit certificate
• Christmas or New Year special extras (cake or celebration meal)

Exclusions

• International and domestic flights
• Tips for guides, cooks, porters
• Personal trekking gear (sleeping bags, clothing, poles)
• Travel & medical insurance
• Additional hotel nights in Moshi
• Alcoholic and soft drinks
• Portable flush toilet (optional at extra cost)