- 6 Days, 5 Nights Trek
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- Kilimanjaro Mountain Climbing via Marangu route
Marangu or “Coca-Cola” route is the most popular route on Kilimanjaro today. It is the only route where overnight stays are in huts. This makes Marangu a good option for hiking during the rainy season.
The route takes its start at the south-east of Mt Kilimanjaro. The entrance to the route, Marangu Gate, is quite close to our climbing base at Aishi Machame Hotel. The ride there takes about 1.5 hours.
This route features a well-trodden trail running through all the climate zones – from tropical rainforest to eternal ice, and will also will treat you to scenic African landscapes.
Being the most popular and the least expensive, the route may be crowded in July-September and December – March.
A 6-day option is strongly recommended over the 5-day one for better acclimatization.
Day to Day Itinerary
Day 1: Marangu Gate to Mandara Hut
We depart Moshi for Marangu Gate for the necessary formalities before beginning our trek. The hiking trail begins by ascending a beautiful, tropical rain forest. At the upper edge of the forest line, we have the opportunity to see blue monkeys. The trail then widens to expose beautiful hillsides until we reach Mandara Hut.
Day 2: Mandara Hut to Horombo Hut
Elevation: 8,858 ft to 12,205 ft
Hiking Time: 6-8 hours
Distance: 12 km | 7 miles
Habitat: Health
We start the day continuing through the forest until the trail opens into high moorland. We may get our first views of Kibo and Mawenzi peaks – two of the three volcanic peaks that make up the summit of Kilimanjaro.
Day 3: Horombo Hut to Mawenzi Ridge to Horombo Hut
Horombo Hut to Mawenzi Ridge
Elevation: 12,205 ft to 14,400 ft Hiking Time: 2-3 hoursMawenzi Ridge to Horombo Hut
Elevation: 14,400 ft to 12,205 ft Hiking Time: 1-2 hours.
Distance: 5 km | 3 miles Habitat: Heath.
Distance: 5 km | 3 miles Habitat: HealthThis is an extra day meant for acclimatization and can be spent day hiking on Mawenzi Ridge. The unique landscape offers motivating views of Kibo and Mawenzi. After spending a few moments exploring the area we head back to Horombo Hut.
Day 4: Horombo Hut to Kibo Hut
We climb gradually, then cross the lunar desert of the “Saddle” between Mawenzi and Kibo. Our camp, Kibo Hut, sits at the bottom of the Kibo crater wall. Once here we rest, enjoy an early dinner to prepare for the summit day.
Day 5: Kibo Hut to Uhuru Peak to Horombo Hut
Kibo Hut to Uhuru Peak
Elevation: 15,430 ft to 19,341 ft Hiking Time: 6-8 hoursUhuru Peak to Horombo Hut
Elevation: 19,341 ft to 12,250 ft Hiking Time: 4-5 hours.
Distance: 6 km | 4 miles Habitat: Arctic.
Distance: 16 km | 10 miles Habitat: HealthVery early in the morning (around midnight), we begin our push to the summit. This is the most mentally and physically challenging portion of the trek. The wind and cold at this elevation and time of day can be extreme. We ascend in the darkness for several hours while taking frequent, but short, breaks. At Gilman’s point (18,600 ft), you will be rewarded with the most magnificent sunrise you are ever likely to see coming over Mawenzi Peak. Finally, we arrive at Uhuru Peak- the highest point on Mount Kilimanjaro and the continent of Africa.
After spending a few moments taking in the plains of Africa and your accomplishment, we descend to Horombo Hut. Later in the evening, we enjoy our last dinner on the mountain and a well-earned sleep.
Day 6: Horombo Hut to Marangu Gate
On our last day, we continue the descent to Mweka Gate and collect the summit certificates. At lower elevations, it can be wet and muddy. From the gate, we continue another hour to Mweka Village. A vehicle will meet us at Mweka Village to drive us back to the hotel in Moshi.
Route Map
Inquiry
- Cost Covers
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All Entrance fees and Government taxes
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Airport Transfers (upon Arrival and Departure)
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Clean, purified drinking water
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Fair wages for the mountain crew.
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All meals while on the Mountain
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Rescue Fees and all taxes.
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Salaries for Porters, Cook, and Guides
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Oxygen Tanks, Pulse Oximeter, and First Aid Kit
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Transfers from Hotel to Kilimanjaro entrance gate and from Kilimanjaro exit gate to the hotel.
- Cost Does not Cover
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International and local airfare.
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Yellow fever vaccinations
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Passport, Visa, and Travelers Insurance
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Local transportation before and after the climb.
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Personal expenses eg. Laundry, beverages, etc.
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Tips for the support team
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Private Toilet and hot shower tent
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Bed, Sleeping Bag, and walking Poles.
DISCLAIMER
Please note all trip prices are based on our own Company costs, fees, and supplier prices in effect at the time of booking. We reserves the right to alter trip prices should inflation, cost of fuel, labor, materials, or exchange rates change. If the Tanzania National Parks Authority (TANAPA) raises park fees, or any hotel, lodge, camp or any other service provider raises their rates, We reserves the right to require additional payment from the client.
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