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Walking & Trekking
Kilimanjaro: Marangu Route
8 days • 5
5
Excellent
78 reviews
8 days
Start
Marangu, Tanzania
Finish
Marangu, Tanzania
Trip Code
YKXM
Min Age
15
Trip Size
1 - 12
Physical Rating
Meals
7 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 7 dinners
Transport
Minibus
Accommodation
Hotel (2 nights), Mountain hut (5 nights)
From £2,358(8 days)
Trip Informations
Why you’ll love this trip
Sleep in mountain huts during your trek and enjoy an included acclimatisation day at Horombo Hut to give you the best chance of reaching the summit.
Travelling with experienced guides – the best on the mountain – plus trained porters, you'll be in good hands, with one guide for every two trekkers.
Passing through vast grasslands, giant cacti fields and alpine meadows, all against dramatic mountain backdrops, the Marangu Route is popular for good reason.
Hike Kilimanjaro's climactic last stretch by lamplight and give yourself as much chance as possible to watch a sunrise over icefields from behind Africa’s highest peak.
We’re an official partner with the Kilimanjaro Porters Assistance Project. Hike easier knowing that while our porters are taking care of you, there’s someone looking out for them.
Is this trip right for you?
Although no mountaineering experience is required, a good level of physical fitness is necessary to tackle Mt Kilimanjaro. You’ll need to be comfortable walking 6–8 hours uphill a day. The distances may not be long, but the altitude makes it harder than your average uphill hike. You can find our detailed guide to tackling Mt Kilimanjaro here https://www.tuuur.com/au/theme/walking/kilimanjaro-trek . https://www.tuuur.com/au/theme/walking/kilimanjaro-trek (https://www.tuuur.com/au/theme/walking/kilimanjaro-trek)
The sky’s the limit! Sections of this trip take you above 2800 metres (9200 ft), where it is common to experience altitude sickness.
Temperatures at night can get very low when you're above 3500 metres, so clothing and a sleeping bag made for this kind of climate are essential. You can hire this at the beginning of your trip if you need, but make sure you speak to your travel agent or an Tuuur representative for details.
Your safety comes first. All our guides and trekking leaders have been trained by independent, UK-based medical specialists and are proficient in first aid. They also carry oxygen cylinders on all treks for emergency use.
You must be prepared to share the huts along this route with between 3 and 11 other people who may be of a different gender.
Hiking for several days without a shower can be tough – be prepared for some dust and dirt. A mask, wet wipes and face washer may become your best friends!
Some passengers on this trip may have been travelling together prior to the start of your trip. See what you're missing out on in the Serengeti & Kilimanjaro adventure – search trip code YGOMC on the Tuuur website for more information.
Itinerary
Set out to conquer Africa’s highest peak
Take on Kilimanjaro on an eight-day trekking adventure. This is the most popular and direct of the mountain routes and the only one serviced by mountain huts to provide protection from the elements. With one guide for every two passengers and a team of porters, all you have to do is focus on the incredible views and keep your footing, while the crew keeps you safe and sound. Hike through forests and alpine meadows, over rocky ravines and past lunar landscapes to the spectacular summit of Africa's highest peak – the panoramic views from the top of Mt Kilimanjaro must be seen to be believed.
Inclusions
Meals
7 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 7 dinners
Transport
Minibus
Accommodation
Hotel (2 nights), Mountain hut (5 nights)
Included activities
Complimentary Sleeping Bag and walking pole hire ( must be requested at time of booking )
Mount Kilimanjaro - Trek Briefing
Mount Kilimanjaro - Return transfers from hotel to park gate
Mount Kilimanjaro - Porterage of 1 bag (9kg/20lb max)
Mount Kilimanjaro - Emergency oxygen and comprehensive first aid kits
Fully catered trek including National Park entrance fees, climbing fee, mountain huts & rescue services (5 days)
Mount Kilimanjaro - Services of experienced English speaking mountain guides (first-aid qualified) cooks and porters (a minimum of 1 guide to every 2)
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Important notes
1. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement excludes Days 2,3,4,5,6 (Mountain huts) where you will be in shared accommodation and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.
2. The cabins used during your trek are multishare for 4–12 people per cabin.
3. Parts of your trip go above 2800 meters (9200 feet) where it is common for travelers to experience some adverse health effects due to the altitude.
4. Please make sure you arrange your flights in order to arrive at the starting hotel before 4 pm on Day 1 in order to attend the very important pre-climb briefing and information session that is usually held before dinner.
Reviews (77)
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Daniel
Mar 12, 2025
An unforgettable experience! The Kilimanjaro trek was both challenging and rewarding, made even better by our incredible leader, Rocky. His kindness, professionalism, and unwavering support made all the difference. He truly cared about our journey and well-being. I couldn’t have asked for a better guide. Highly recommend!
PATTIGRACE
Dec 13, 2024
A childhood dream turned reality! Summiting Kilimanjaro with the incredible team at Intrepid was an unforgettable experience. Their expertise, encouragement, and passion made every step rewarding. From breathtaking views to personal triumphs, it was a journey of growth and inspiration. Highly recommend Intrepid for life-changing adventures!
Geraldine
Nov 06, 2024
Choosing Intrepid for my Kilimanjaro climb was perfect. The exceptional team, especially guides Vendelin, Selina, and Aloyse, made the journey unforgettable. From Nickson’s amazing meals to Joseph’s morning coffee, every detail was covered. A special moment at Gilman’s Point with Vendelin’s ginger tea gave me strength to reach Uhuru Peak.
Jade
Nov 02, 2024
Wonderful experience with intrepid for this once in a lifetime hike. The team were so helpful, positive and encouraging and a big reason we all made it up the mountain.
Tamsin
Nov 01, 2024
A brilliant trip with such helpful, kind, and safety focused leaders who made sure we all made it to the summit! I couldn’t have asked for a better trip - thank you!
Christopher
Oct 30, 2024
Cameron
Oct 26, 2024
Madeline
Oct 12, 2024
The hardest and most amazing experience of my life. Would 100% recommend but be ready for it to be difficult. Our leader Angela made the trip run so smoothly and was all around amazing!
Angela
Aug 16, 2024
The Kilimanjaro trek was an absolutely superb week spent with a wonderful staff team and a super 6 excited to trek the might mountain. Kili was everything I hoped it would be and would bring to my life. So proud and delighted to have made the summit. Team work makes the dream work! Just wonderful. Huts were cool, food delicious and the level of care was great. Thoroughly recommend taking on this challenge!!!
Anne Therese
Aug 16, 2024
Excellent trip although tough physically and mentally, it’s a steep climb! The full crew of guides ( Rocky, Venti & Walter) and cook ( Nixon) and all the porters made this an amazing experience. If you are thinking of doing it then do it! Be prepared for it. Thank you
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