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Package Overview

This is route is for ascending and descending with provision of huts along the trail. It has three stations namely Mandara, Horombo and Kibo.

The Marangu Route has been referred to as the ‘Coca Cola’ route and this has led potential climbers to think that it is an easy route to the summit.

This is far from the truth to be honest! The fact that it requires a minimum of 5 days to complete it does not mean that it is easier than any other route.

The only reason that people say it is easier is because it is the only route up where you sleep in huts as opposed to tents. An optional acclimatization day at Horombo Huts is highly recommended for those with no prior trekking in altitude experience under their belt.

Advance booking of hut accommodation is required to avoid any inconveniences. The route starts from the park headquarters in the village of Marangu and heads straight westwards towards Kibo.

The trail goes through lush rainforest, heath and moorland to alpine desert and ultimately the arctic zone at the peak and same route down.

WHAT TO EXPECT

More time to rest because campsites are located relatively closer to each other
Trek on the most gradual Mt. Kilimanjaro ascent from the entrance gate to the base camp.
No high slopes, hence an excellent option for those who are afraid of high heights.
Best views of Mawenzi peak.
Camp at the Mawenzi base campsite.
Less likely to encounter rain and more likely to get clear, unclouded views of the mountain

Important Details
Medical Check up

During Climbing

Twice a day

> Before Start hike

> Before Dinner

We do check up

Oxygen Pulse (Heart Rate)

Our Aim to see you

> Safe

> Health

Meeting Point

We’ll pick you up at Kilimanjaro International Airport and then transfer you to your hotel in Moshi, Tanzania. You will then stay overnight and in the morning, we’ll drive to the gate where we will start our Kilimanjaro trek. Please note: the hotel and transfers are included in the price.

Availability

January through mid-March
Mid-June through October
December

Duration

7 days, 6 nights + 2 days at hotel

Group size

2 min. – 12 max.

Gear List

Top thermal layer

Bottom thermal layer

1-2 pairs of hiking pants

1 hardshell jacket

1-2 short-sleeved t-shirts

1 pair of warm trekking pants

1-2 long-sleeved hiking shirts

1 softshell insulated winter jacket

4-5 pairs of underwear

1 cozy fleece jacket

1 pair of worn-in sturdy hiking boots

3-4 pairs of socks. Merino wool is recommended

Rain coat

Rain pants

Day backpack

Duffel bag (recommended size 90L)

Sleeping bag

Headlamp

Snacks

Meals

On all of our Kilimanjaro tours, all of our meals are freshly prepared on the mountain by our talented chef, so when we arrive to camp after a long day of hiking, we have a delicious hot meal waiting for us.

Please note: we can accommodate any dietary needs, so please let us know what your meal requirements are and we will be sure to have our chef whip you up something yummy!

Day wise Itinerary

• Day 1 : Arrival

  This 5 days marangu route Climbing Kilimanjaro Program;You will be picked up from airport and transferred to The arranged Hotel in Arusha followed by briefing from your mountain guide and rest on BB accomodation plan

  • Themes Trekking
• Day 2 : Moshi to Kilimanjaro

  We leave Moshi to Kilimanjaro gate – Mandara Hut.Take a short drive from Arusha or Arusha town to the Kilimanjaro Park Gate (1,879 m.) lies at the edge of Marangu, which is an attractive village with many small coffee and banana plantations. After completing the entrance formalities, we climb up through attractive and unspoiled forest to reach the clearing containingMandara Hut (2,720 m.). The volcanic remains of Maundi Crater are nearby, and make a good afternoon excursion. An alternative is to rest and enjoy the beautiful forest. There is a rich birdlife at the huts and monkeys are often seen as well. [3-5 hours walking to Mandara Hut] 5 days Marangu route

  • Themes Trekking
• Day 3 : Mandara Hut to Horombo Hut

  We leave Mandara Hut to Horombo Hut The first part of the walk is a steep ascent through forest, but the path soon opens out into grassy moorland and, in clear weather, there are good views of Kibo and Mawenzi peaks. We climb steadily through the moorland zone, containing giant heather and occasional stands of groundsel, to eventually reach Horombo Hut (3,720 m.). Sunrises and sunsets here are often very stunning, the site is close to the glaciated dome of Kibo, and there is a real sense of being above the clouds. [4-6 hours walking from Mandara Hut to Horombo Hut]

  • Themes Trekking
• Day 4 : Horombo Hut to Kibo Hut

  We leave Horombo Hut to Kibo Hut Through Desert Saddle we climb very gradually towards the lunar desert of the Saddle between Mawenzi and Kibo. The terrain changes to screed and there is a palpable sense of high altitude wilderness. We usually reach Kibo Hut (4,720 m.) at the bottom of the crater wall by midday and the afternoon is free (to contemplate the summit ascent!!). The remainder of the day is spent resting and eating in preparation for the final climb before a very early night! [4-5 hours walking from Horombo Hut to Kibo Hut]

  • Themes Trekking
• Day 5 : Kibo Hut to Horombo Hut

  We leave Kibo Hut to Summit, and down to Horombo Hut We will start our ascent by torchlight at about 1 a.m. so that we can be up at Gillman’s Point by sunrise. The initial climb is steep over loose volcanic screen, but there are some well-graded zig-zag and a slow but steady pace will have us up to Gillman’s (5,685 m.) in about five or six hours. We will rest there and spend some time taking in the sunrise. Those who are still feeling strong can make the three hour round trip from here along the crater rim to Uhuru Peak (5,896 m.), passing close to the spectacular glaciers that still occupy most of the summit area. The descent is surprisingly fast and we return to Horombo Hut for the night. [11-15 hours walking from Kibo Hut to Gillman’s Point]

  • Themes Trekking
• Day 6 : Kilimanjaro

  Safari to Kilimanjaro Retrace through Forest We retrace our steps with a pleasant moorland walk to Mandara and then a lovely forest walk to the National Park gates to Arusha city. The greenness and lushness of the forest is quite a stunning contrast to the summit day, and it really makes you realize how varied the scenery on Kilimanjaro really is. [5-6 hours walking]

  • Themes Trekking
• Day 7 : End of services

  End of services, you will transferred to Airport for your flight back home

  • Themes Trekking

Inclusions

• Hotel
• Park fees, camping fees & rescue fees
• 18% VAT on tour fees & services
• Professional mountain guides, cooks and porters
• 3 Season mountain tents
• Double layered Sleeping Mats
• Transportation to & from the mountain gate
• Wages of professional mountain guides, cooks and porters
• Katelyn filtered water throughout the trek
• 3 meals daily while on the mountain
• Pre & Post Trek accommodation at the KILIMANJARO WONDERS HOTEL (or alternative) on Bed & Breakfast Basis
• Fair wages for the mountain crew as approved by the Kilimanjaro National Park Authority (KINAPA), Kilimanjaro Association of Tour Operators (KIATO)
• Supplemental Oxygen & Pulse Oximeter
• 2- way shared airport transfers
• 10% discount on meals at selected restaurants in Moshi Town

Exclusions

• Local and International flights
• Items of a personal nature
• Laundry Services
• Portable flush toilet with a toilet tent is extra
• A doctor for the group
• Tips to mountain crew

Package Start From

• Kilimanjaro, Tanzania, Africa

Terms & Conditions

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