6 Days Marangu Route
Tour Overview
The “Coca Cola” or “tourist” route is another name for the Marangu Route. It is the quickest and most direct path to the peak. This is also the only route that includes sleeping cottages with solar lighting and nice beds at each campground. The cottages are shared, and each bunk has a sponge mattress and cushion. Given its mild slope and direct approach, the Marangu Route is regarded as one of the simpler paths to the top. While you enjoy the adventure of climbing Kilimanjaro, our skilled guides will ensure that everything runs well from start to finish. The main path, or Marangu, is by far the most popular method to the peak. Mountain huts with all the amenities give lodging on the trip up and down.
Your Adventures Begins
DAY 1: ARRIVE AT KILIMANJARO AIRPORT
Arrive at the Kilimanjaro International Airport. You will be met by our guide at the Airport and transferred to the hotel in Arusha.
Room plan: Double Occupancy
Meal Plan: Bed and Breakfast.
DAY 2: MARANGU GATE – MANDARA HUT
In the morning we will proceed to the Marangu Gate, the duration of the drive is approximately one hour. There will be a chance for you to acquaint yourself with the chefs, guides and porters in Moshi. After registration at the gate we will embark on our 6 days Marangu Route to the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro. The trek begins in Kilimanjaro‟s rainforest – it is referred to as the mountain‟s timbered skirting and the emerald folds are hemmed by silver streams and shimmer with floral sequins. We will stop at the halfway point, Kisambioni, where an appetising picnic lunch will be served. The trail in the rainforest continues until the site of the Mandara Hut. There is an option of relaxing for the rest of the day or sauntering to the Maundi Crater once we arrive at the camp. You will not regret logging a few extra miles once you catch the first glimpse of the spectacular view of the Taveta in the east. On a clear day, facing the north western region will reveal the wonderful view of the jagged edges of the Mawenzi Peak. Dinner will be served at the dining area.
Elevation Gain: 943 meters (3,000 feet)
Walking Time: 3-4 hours
Distance: 7km
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Accommodation: Mandara Hut
Room plan: Dormitory style
DAY 3: MANDARA HUT – HOROMBO HUT
After breakfast we will begin our trek to the Horombo hut. Today‟s terrain, the Killimanjaro‟s moorland, is a total contrast to the rainforest. Desert-like plants are scattered across the rocky landscape and in the distance the presence of Uhuru Peak and Mawenzi is acknowledged. When we get to Kambi ya Taanu we will take a break and enjoy a picnic lunch. Pleasant blue skies will allow you to marvel at the scenic views of Mawenzi and the peaks of Kibo. We will arrive at the Horombo Hut in the afternoon and you will have the opportunity to unwind for the rest of the day. The Horombo Huts are the „luxury‟ huts on Kilimanjaro. The classic huts can accommodate up to eight people and they are used by ascending and descending hikers. Up to one hundred and twenty people can stay at Horombo and there is more space for cooks, guides and porters than at the other huts.
Elevation Gain: 977 meters (3,200 feet)
Walking Time: 5-6 hours
Distance: 11km
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Accommodation: Horombo Hut
Room plan: Dormitory style
DAY 4: HOROMBO HUT -MAWENZI HUT –HOROMBO HUT
The purpose of day three is to acclimate yourself to increase your chances of reaching the Uhuru Peak. We suggest that you aim to hike all the way to Mawenzi Hut to enable maximum acclimatization. The other advantageous reward of taking the hike is that the view of Kibo is spectacular from this angle. A delectable lunch will be served and lounge at the huts for the rest of the day.
Elevation Gain and Loss: 880 meters (2,900 feet)
Walking Time: 4-5 hours
Distance: 8 km.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Accommodation: Horombo Hut
Room plan: Dormitory style
DAY 5: HOROMBO HUT – KIBO HUT
We will hike through the alpine desert of the upper altitudes of Kilimanjaro. After an hour we will arrive at the Maua River and encounter our first milestone, a small mountain stream. As you continue walking you will notice that the terrain gradually flattens and the vegetation starts vanishing. Once we come across the Middle Red Hill, we will take a break and eat lunch. The incline of Kilimanjaro‟s Saddle is steady and we will hike along the trail for approximately two hours. Although the environment on the way to Kibo is a desolate dessert and vegetation is scarcely placed across the land – the splendid views of Kibo and Mawenzi enhance the scenic pleasure and add colour to the golden surroundings. We will reach the Kibo Huts in the afternoon. It is recommended that you prepare for your midnight climb and attempt to rest as early as possible.
Elevation Gain: 1,030 meters (3,380 feet)
Walking Time: 6-8hours
Distance: 10km
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Accommodation: Kibo Hut
Room plan: Dormitory style
DAY 6: KIBO HUT – SUMMIT – HOROMBO HUT
We will begin the final ascent to Uhuru Peak, Africa‟s rooftop. You will set off into the darkness of the midnight skies with a curious mix of minor fatigue and raw adrenalin that will carry you to the summit. The hike beings with a gruelling five hour trek to Gillman‟s Point, located on the perimeter of the crater. This trail is tremendously difficult irrespective of the fact that it is considered the easiest ascent path. It takes approximately two hours to come across the first major rest stop, William‟s point. It is positioned at 500 metres and you will continue for another thirty minutes before encountering the rocky terrain that leads the way to Gillman‟s Point (5,681 metres). The actual hike to Gilman‟s does not have a great level of difficulty but when you combine the hike with a high altitude, it becomes tiring and long. You will hike for a further two hours before reaching your goal, Uhuru Peak. Before our descent begins, you can take photos of the magnificent landscape and your group. You will realize that the route down the summit has remarkable views that were out of sight whilst ascending.
We will stop at the Kibo Hut to give you a chance to catch your breath. In the afternoon we will arrive at the Horombo Huts. You can relax and savour your last night on the mountain. Elevation Gain: 1,145 meters (3,760 feet)
Elevation Loss: 2,175 meters (7,140 feet)
Walking Time: 11- 13hours
Distance: 18km
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Accommodation: Horombo Hut
Room plan: Dormitory style
DAY 7: HOROMBO HUT – MARANGU GATE
After enjoying your last breakfast in the dining area, you will start your last trek. The descent to the Marangu gate includes one of the most beautiful sights, Kilimanjaro‟s cloud forest. Marvel at the rays of light and mysterious puffs of white that gleam through the underpass of branches. Please remain alert when you are walking as the path tends to get slippery. Our vehicles with take you back to Hotel in Arusha.
Elevation Loss: 1,920 meters (6,295 feet)
Walking Time: 5-6 hours
Distance: 19km
Meal Plan: Breakfast and Lunch.
DAY 8: DEPARTURE DAY
On this day we will your departure, If you will have more time you can extend your tour to wildlife safari in northern circuit to Serengeti and Ngorongoro or Zanzibar, but additional cost will be required.
Meal Plan: Breakfast
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INCLUDES
- Quality, waterproof, four-season private mountain sleeping tents
- Large portions of fresh, healthy nutritious food
- Arrival and departure airport transfers
- Professional, experienced, mountain guides
- All Park entrance fees and Rescue Fees
- All Government taxes and levies
- Guides, Porters, cook salaries and park fees
- Emergency first-aid kit
- Clean, purified drinking water
- Emergency first-aid kit
- Portable oxygen tanks & ox meter
EXCLUDES
- International Flights
- Visa
- Tips
- Travel insurance
- Personal spending money for souvenirs etc
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