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Kilimanjaro - Marangu Route (6 Days 5 Nights).

Duration

6 Day/5 Night

Min Travellers

1+

Tour Type

Kilimanjaro Climb

You Visit: Mount Kilimanjaro Uhuru Peak Via Marangu Route.

Tour Overview.

The Marangu Route is also known as the "Coca-Cola" or "tourist" route because it is the quickest and easiest way to reach Kilimanjaro's summit. Every camp along this route features cozy beds and sleeping huts powered by solar energy. The trail begins at the park headquarters in Marangu village and winds through a variety of landscape features, including heath, moorland, and lush rainforest. It then leads to the alpine desert and, at the peak, the arctic zone before dropping back down the same path!

Included/Excluded

  • Airport pick up and drop off

  • 2 Nights’ accommodation in Moshi or Arusha is included

  • All transfers to the mountain and back to your Moshi hotel

  • Professional, experienced, mountain guides

  • Guides, Porters, cook salaries and park fees

  • Quality, waterproof, four seasons private mountain sleeping tents

  • Sleeping Mattress

  • All meals while on the mountain

  • Quality mess tents with table and chairs

  • Large portions of fresh, healthy, nutritious food

  • Clean purified drinking water

  • Kilimanjaro National Park Entrance fees

  • All Government taxes and levies including 18% VAT.

  • International or Local Flights

  • Optional activities

  • Alcoholic and soft drinks

  • Visa fees

  • Tips

  • Personal spending money for souvenirs etc.

  • Travel insurance

Tour Itinerary!

Day 1: Arrival in Kilimanjaro/Arusha.
After landing at Arusha Airport Kilimanjaro International Airport, proceed to the Moshi Hotel to spend the night. You will receive a trek briefing and an equipment check from your guide. If necessary, gear can be rented.

Day 2: Marangu Gate to Mandara Hut.
Travel to Marangu Gate after breakfast, register at the national park, and start your rainforest hike. Along the way, stop for lunch and scan for wildlife. Arrive at Mandara Huts, settle in, and unwind. Optional detour to witness panoramic views at Maundi Crater.

  • Altitude: 1,840m/6,037ft to 2,700m/8,858ft
  • Hiking time: 4-5 hours

Day 3: Mandara Hut to Horombo Hut.
Hike through rainforest glades and ascend into heathland after breakfast. Take a break for lunch while admiring Mawenzi. Get to Horombo Huts, unload, and take a nap. The day of acclimatization is optional.

  • Altitude: 2,700m/8,858ft to 3,720m/12,205ft
  • Hiking time: 5-6 hours

Day 4: Horombo Hut (Acclimatization).
Hike to Zebra Rocks or unwind at Horombo Hut during the day. As you adjust to the altitude, make sure you get plenty of rest and fluids.

Day 5: Horombo Hut to Kibo Hut.
Travel through an area of alpine desert, passing the "Last Water Point" and arriving at the Saddle's desolate plateau. After reaching Kibo Hut, take a nap and get ready for your summit attempt.

  • Altitude: 3,720m/12,205ft to 4,703m/15,430ft
  • Hiking time: 6-7 hours

Day 6: Kibo Hut to Uhuru Peak to Horombo Hut.
A light meal should be consumed when you wake up at midnight in preparation for your hike to Africa's highest point, Uhuru Peak. After having fun at the top, return to Kibo Hut. Proceed to Horombo Hut to spend the night.

Day 7: Horombo Hut to Marangu Gate.
To reach Mandara Hut for lunch, make your way through the moor area and heath. Proceed to Marangu Gate via the tropical rainforest. After a well-earned rest, celebrate your successful climb by returning to the Springlands Hotel. Head out the door for the airport or other locations.

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