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ToursTaste of Kilimanjaro Adventures6 Days - Mount Kilimanjaro Climbing -Marangu Route

6 Days - Mount Kilimanjaro Climbing -Marangu Route

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Known as the Coca-Cola route, the Marangu route approaches Kilimanjaro from the southeast. It is the oldest, most well established route. Many favor the Marangu route because it is considered to be the easiest path on the mountain, given its gradual slope and direct path. Marangu is the only route which offers sleeping huts in dormitory style accommodations. ...
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Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Camping
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Full schedule

Highlights

    • Sleep in mountain huts during your trek and enjoy an included acclimatization day at Horombo Hut to give you the best chance of reaching the summit.
    • Travelling with experienced guides and porters on the mountain, with one guide for every two trekkers.
    • Passing through vast grasslands and alpine meadows, the Marangu Route is popular for good reason.

What's this trip about?

    Known as the Coca-Cola route, the Marangu route approaches Kilimanjaro from the southeast. It is the oldest, most well established route. Many favor the Marangu route because it is considered to be the easiest path on the mountain, given its gradual slope and direct path. Marangu is the only route which offers sleeping huts in dormitory style accommodations. There are 60 bunk beds each at Mandara and Kibo Huts, and 120 bunk beds at Horombo Hut.

Details

Itinerary focusActive and Outdoor Sports
Group sizeIntimate group - max of 12 people
Age range15 to 80 years
Flights and transport
Start CityMoshi
End CityMoshi

Travel Themes

  • Hiking & Walking
  • Trekking & Expeditions

Destinations

Max Group Size

  • Max Group Size: 12

Trip includes

    • Transfer from your arrival and to your departure
    • Car type of Land Cruiser with open roof and other facilities for Tourism
    • Three meals per day and two liters of Mineral water.
    • All Entrance fees during the Safari
    • All accommodation
    • Local Guide

Itinerary

Travel Map
Day 1 : Marangu Gate to Mandara Hut

-Elevation (ft): 6,046 ft to 8,858 ft -Distance: 8 km -Hiking Time: 4-6 hours -Habitat: Rain Forest

After breakfast we head to the National Park gate for the necessary formalities before beginning our trek.The trail climbs through a tropical rain forest, near the upper edge of the forest line (keep an eye out for blue monkeys). The trail then widens to expose beautiful hillsides until we reach Mandara Hut.

Day 2 : Mandara Hut to Horombo Hut

-Mandara Hut to Horombo Hut Elevation (ft): 8,858 ft to 12,205 ft -Distance: 12 km -Hiking Time: 6-8 hours -Habitat: Health

Our second day on the trail begins with a steep, but not technical ascent through forest and opens into high moorland. If weather allows, 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

-Elevation (ft): 12,205 ft to 14,160 ft -Distance: 10 km -Hiking Time: 3-5 hours -Habitat: Health.

This is an extra day to acclimatize and can be spent day hiking on Mawenzi Ridge. The unique landscape offers motivating views of Kibo and Mawenzi.

Day 4 : Horombo Hut to Kibo Hut

-Elevation (ft): 12,205 ft to 15,430 ft -Distance: 10 km -Hiking Time: 6-8 hours -Habitat: Alpine Desert.

Today we climb gradually, then cross the lunar desert of the Saddle between Mawenzi and Kibo to reach our campsite which sits at the bottom of the Kibo crater wall. Once at camp we rest, enjoy dinner and prepare for the next day.

Day 5 : Kibo Hut to Summit to Horombo Hut

-Elevation (ft): 15,430 ft to 19,341 ft -Distance: 22 km -Hiking Time: 10-13 hours -Habitat: Arctic

Leaving very early in the morning (around midnight), we continue our way to the summit in hopes of catching the sunrise. The trail is a series of switchbacks up a steep scree slope, with climbers stretched into the darkness, visible only by headlamps. It is important ...

-Elevation (ft): 12,205 ft to 6,046 ft -Distance: 20 km -Hiking Time: 5-7 hours -Habitat: Rain Forest.

A long trek is in store for today, however it is mostly downhill. Once at the park headquarters at Marangu gate we pick up our certificates that prove our achievement. Vehicle transfer to hotel for a celebration.

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Price From $1,807
Price per day$301
Last Updated: 12/15/2023

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

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    • International Flight from your beloved Country.
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    • Airport taxes.
    • Shopping, Alcohol, Souvenirs and etc.
    • Tips for Driver Guide & Assistants Guide

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Camping (with basic facilities)
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Meals Included
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Age Requirements
15 to 80 years
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