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6-Day Tanzania Safari Tour by ALMIGHTY KILIMANJARO
Offered by - ALMIGHTY KILIMANJARO
Tour Features
The 6 Days Marangu Route is one of the most popular routes on Mount Kilimanjaro and offers an extra acclimatization day, increasing the chances of reaching Uhuru Peak (5,895m). Known as the "Coca-Cola Route," it is the only route that provides accommodation in mountain huts rather than tents. The trek passes through lush rainforest, heath and moorland, alpine desert, and arctic summit zones, offering diverse scenery and breathtaking views. The additional day at Horombo Hut allows climbers to acclimatize properly before the summit attempt, making this route ideal for those seeking a higher success rate. The tour includes professional mountain guides, porters, all park fees, hut accommodation, meals on the mountain, rescue support, and safety equipment. Reaching Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa, is a truly unforgettable achievement.
| Mid-Range tour | This mid-range tour includes comfortable lodges and tented camps. |
| Can be customized | You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour. |
| Shared tour | This tour will be shared with other travelers. |
| Solo travel available | Solo travelers can book this tour. |
| Can start any day | If availability permits, this tour can start on any day. |
| No minimum age | There is no minimum age for this tour. |
| Transportation | This tour uses: Walking. |
Route & Activities
Tanzania
Activities Included
Accommodation & Meals
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
| Day | Accommodation | Meals |
| 1 | Mandara Huts No images available | Lunch, Dinner Included |
| 2-3 | Horombo Huts No images available | Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included |
| 4 | Mid-Range Accommodation No images available | Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included |
| 5 | Horombo Huts No images available | Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included |
| 6 | TOA Hotel & Spa No images available | Breakfast, Lunch Included |
Arrival (See Getting There for more details)
- A transfer from the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
- Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.
- Day 1 - Marangu Gate (1,870m) to Mandara Hut (2,720m)
After breakfast, drive to Marangu Gate for registration. The trek begins through lush rainforest, where you may encounter colobus monkeys and other wildlife. The trail ascends gradually, leading to Mandara Hut, located on the edge of the rainforest. Dinner and overnight at Mandara Hut.
- Distance: 8 km (5 miles)
- Hiking Time: 4-5 hours
- Habitat: Rainforest
Accommodation: Mandara Huts
Meals & Drinks: Lunch, Dinner Included
- Day 2 - Mandara Hut (2,720m) to Horombo Hut (3,720m)
After breakfast, continue your ascent through the moorland zone, passing the Maundi Crater. The landscape opens up, providing stunning views of Kibo and Mawenzi peaks. Arrive at Horombo Hut, where you’ll spend the night. The hut offers impressive views of the summit.
- Distance: 12 km (7.5 miles)
- Hiking Time: 6-8 hours
- Habitat: Moorland
Accommodation: Horombo Huts
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included
- Day 3 - Acclimatization Day at Horombo Hut (3,720m)
Spend the day at Horombo Hut, exploring the surrounding area and taking an acclimatization hike to Zebra Rocks (4,000m) or Mawenzi Ridge. This extra day helps your body adjust to the altitude, increasing your chances of a successful summit. Return to Horombo Hut for dinner and overnight.
Accommodation: Horombo Huts
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included
- Day 4 - Horombo Hut (3,720m) to Kibo Hut (4,703m)
After breakfast, trek through the alpine desert, crossing the saddle between Kibo and Mawenzi. The trail is relatively flat, but the altitude makes the hike challenging. Arrive at Kibo Hut in the afternoon, rest, have an early dinner, and prepare for the midnight summit attempt.
- Distance: 10 km (6.2 miles)
- Hiking Time: 6-8 hours
- Habitat: Alpine Desert
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included
- Day 5 - Kibo Hut (4,703m) to Uhuru Peak (5,895m) to Horombo Hut (3,7
The summit attempt begins at midnight, with a steep and challenging ascent to Gilman’s Point, followed by a trek along the crater rim to Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa. After reaching the summit and taking in the breathtaking views, begin the descent back to Kibo Hut for a brief rest. Continue descending to Horombo Hut for dinner and overnight.
- Distance: 6 km (3.7 miles) ascent to Uhuru Peak + 16 km (10 miles) descent to Horombo Hut
- Hiking Time: 8-10 hours to the summit, 5-6 hours descent to Horombo Hut
- Habitat: Arctic to Moorland
Accommodation: Horombo Huts
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included
- Day 6 - Horombo Hut (3,720m) to Marangu Gate (1,870m)
After breakfast, continue descending through the moorland and rainforest zones to Marangu Gate. At the gate, you’ll receive your summit certificates and bid farewell to your guides. Transfer back to Moshi for a well-deserved rest and celebration.
- Distance: 20 km (12.4 miles)
- Hiking Time: 5-7 hours
- Habitat: Moorland to Rainforest
Accommodation: TOA Hotel & Spa
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch Included
End of tour (See Getting There for more details)
- Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
- A transfer back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
Includes
- Park fees (for non-residents)
- Meals (as specified in the day-by-day description)
- All accommodation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional upgrade)
- A professional driver/guide
- All transportation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
- All Taxes/VAT
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
Excludes
- All activities mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
- International flights (from/to the client's home country)
- Tips: tipping guideline of $6 per person per day for the guide and crew
- Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees and other personal items)
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Rates Per Person
Jun 20, 2026 - Jun 20, 2027
*n/a = not available. This tour is unavailable for solo travelers.
Includes
- Park fees (for non-residents)
- Meals (as specified in the day-by-day description)
- All accommodation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional upgrade)
- A professional driver/guide
- All transportation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
- All Taxes/VAT
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
Excludes
- All activities mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
- International flights (from/to the client's home country)
- Tips: tipping guideline of $6 per person per day for the guide and crew
- Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees and other personal items)
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Getting There
Tanzania is a beautiful East African country with neighbours Kenya to the north and Mozambique to the south and the Indian Ocean to the east. It is known for its vibrant culture, wonderful national parks, diverse fauna and flora and of course the great wildebeest migration. If you are planning a safari trip to Tanzania then you should find out all about flights to Tanzania, passport and visa requirements.Tanzania’s main airport is Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) located 13km/8mi southwest of Dar es Salaam. The latter is the entry point for visitors to the southern parks.Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) is situated 46km/29mi east of Arusha, the gateway of Tanzania’s most popular Northern safari circuit.
This tour starts in Mount Kilimanjaro National Park and ends in Mount Kilimanjaro National Park, Tanzania
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
Travel Requirements
- All foreign visitors need a passport that is valid for at least six months
- Passports must have a clean and a full visa page for endorsement.
- When arriving from a yellow-fever-infected country in Africa or the Americas a yellow fever vaccination certificate is required.
- Citizens of most countries require a visa. A list of countries that don't need a visa is available.
- Visas are best obtained in advance through an official online visa-application portal (https://eservices.immigration.go.tz/visa/), but they can also be obtained through your local Tanzania Embassy or High Commission.
- Visas can also be obtained on arrival but this is a lengthy process that can take one to two hours.
Getting There
Tanzania is a beautiful East African country with neighbours Kenya to the north and Mozambique to the south and the Indian Ocean to the east. It is known for its vibrant culture, wonderful national parks, diverse fauna and flora and of course the great wildebeest migration. If you are planning a safari trip to Tanzania then you should find out all about flights to Tanzania, passport and visa requirements.Tanzania’s main airport is Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) located 13km/8mi southwest of Dar es Salaam. The latter is the entry point for visitors to the southern parks.Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) is situated 46km/29mi east of Arusha, the gateway of Tanzania’s most popular Northern safari circuit.
This tour starts in Mount Kilimanjaro National Park and ends in Mount Kilimanjaro National Park, Tanzania
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
Travel Requirements
- All foreign visitors need a passport that is valid for at least six months
- Passports must have a clean and a full visa page for endorsement.
- When arriving from a yellow-fever-infected country in Africa or the Americas a yellow fever vaccination certificate is required.
- Citizens of most countries require a visa. A list of countries that don't need a visa is available.
- Visas are best obtained in advance through an official online visa-application portal (https://eservices.immigration.go.tz/visa/), but they can also be obtained through your local Tanzania Embassy or High Commission.
- Visas can also be obtained on arrival but this is a lengthy process that can take one to two hours.
Offered By
ALMIGHTY KILIMANJARO
Kenya
Tanzania
Experience the best of Tanzania with Almighty Kilimanjaro. We offer expertly guided Mount Kilimanjaro climbs, wildlife safaris in Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Tarangire and Lake Manyara, Zanzibar beach holidays, and Mount Meru trekking adventures. Whether you are seeking a challenging summit or a relaxing safari, our team delivers personalized service and memorable experiences from arrival to departure.
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