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Six Days Kilimanjaro Marangu Route. Backpacking Budget Climb

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Duration

6 Days

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

20 people

Languages

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Overview

The Marangu Route is one of the most popular routes for trekking Mount Kilimanjaro, the highest peak in Africa. Known as the “Coca-Cola Route” due to the availability of Coca-Cola at the huts along the way, Marangu is often chosen by those seeking a relatively comfortable and straightforward ascent

Marangu Route offers hut accommodations, providing a more comfortable experience compared to camping on other routes.Proper acclimatization is crucial to increase the chances of a successful summit.Weather conditions on Kilimanjaro can vary, so it’s essential to be prepared for different climates.
Overall, the Marangu Route is well-suited for those who prefer a more comfortable trekking experience with hut accommodations, and it is considered less strenuous than some of the other routes on Mount Kilimanjaro.

Highlights

  • Summit Mount Kilimanjaro, one of the seven summits of the world
  • Navigate Kilimanjaro’s Marangu Route, the most scenic on the mountain
  • Cross 6 ecological zones from lush rain-forest to the harsh, beautiful arctic zone
  • Follow expert African guides, full of knowledge of the mountain and its environs
  • amazing meals and more

Itinerary

Day 1: Arusha to Marangu gate – Mandara Hut

Our team will pick you up from your accommodation at 9 am in the morning. A quick drive to Kilimanjaro Marangu gate to start your hike.

Starting Point: Marangu Gate (1,860 meters / 6,102 feet)
Ending Point: Mandara Hut (2,700 meters / 8,858 feet)
Hiking Time: About 4-6 hours

The trek begins through dense rain-forest, with a gradual ascent. Mandara Hut is a cluster of basic huts in a forest clearing, providing a comfortable first night's rest.

Day 2: Mandara Hut to Horombo Hut

Starting Point: Mandara Hut
Ending Point: Horombo Hut (3,720 meters / 12,205 feet)
Hiking Time: Approximately 6-8 hours

The trail continues through the rain-forest, gradually giving way to heather and moorland. Horombo Hut, located on a plateau, offers stunning views of the surrounding landscape.

Day 3: Acclimatization Day at Horombo Hut

Optional Acclimatization Hike: Towards Mawenzi Hut or Zebra Rock
Purpose: Helps with acclimatization to higher altitudes

It's essential to spend an extra day at Horombo Hut for acclimatization. You can take short hikes to aid in adjusting to the altitude, contributing to a safer ascent.

Day 4: Horombo Hut to Kibo Hut

Starting Point: Horombo Hut
Ending Point: Kibo Hut (4,703 meters / 15,430 feet)
Hiking Time: Around 6-8 hours

The terrain becomes more rugged as you ascend to the barren lunar landscape. Kibo Hut is the last stop before the summit and provides a crucial rest point.

Day 5: Summit Attempt - Uhuru Peak and Descent to Horombo Hut

Summit Attempt Start Time: Very early morning (usually around midnight)
Summit: Uhuru Peak (5,895 meters / 19,341 feet)
Descent: Kibo Hut to Horombo Hut

Hiking Time: Up to 12 hours for the summit and descent
The ascent to Uhuru Peak is challenging, especially during the night. The descent to Horombo Hut allows for rest after the summit achievement.

Day 6: Horombo Hut to Marangu Gate

Starting Point: Horombo Hut
Ending Point: Marangu Gate
Hiking Time: Approximately 6 hours

The final descent takes you through the rain-forest, completing the trek at Marangu Gate. You'll receive your summit certificate at the gate, celebrating the successful climb.

Included/Excluded

  • Professional, experienced, mountain guides:
  • All Park fees
  • All meals while on the Mountain
  • Guides, Porters, cook salaries and park fees
  • Large portions of fresh, healthy nutritious food
  • Clean, purified drinking water
  • Oximeter
  • Medical Kit
  • Emergency oxygen
  • Crisis management and safety procedures
  • Fair and ethical treatment of porters
  • Flights
  • Alcoholic and soft drinks
  • Visa fees
  • Tips Personal spending monies for souvenirs etc.
  • Travel insurance

Tour's Location

FAQs

Where Does the Tour Start?
Can a client rent hiking equipment?

Its very possible to rent all hiking gear either in Arusha town or Moshi town

What about Tips

Its highly recommend to offer tips after the climb. A simple guide can be offered to you before the climb with regards to tips

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