5 Days Marangu Route The Kilimanjaro Experience
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Explore the famed Marangu Route, affectionately known as the “Coca-Cola” route, showcasing its unique blend of adventure and comfort as you journey up Africa’s iconic Mount Kilimanjaro. This path, considered the most accessible, is preferred by many due to its relative ease and the availability of sleeping huts along the way.
Included/Exclude
- Park fees
- All activities (unless labeled as optional)
- All accommodations as stated in the itinerary
- A professional driver/guide
- All transportation (unless labeled as optional)
- All Taxes/VAT
- Roundtrip airport transfer
- All Meals (as specified in the day-by-day section)
- Camping Equipment
- Porterage
- International flights (from/to home)
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Tips (tipping guideline US$20.00 pp per day)
- Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
- Alcohol drinks
- Rescue Fee
- Climbing Gear
- Sleeping Bag
Tour Amenities
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Reservations
Restaurant
Smoking Allowed
Tour Plan
● Dinner and Overnight at : Mandara Hut (2720m).
● Distance:8km.
● Hiking Time: 3-4 hours.
● Habitat: Montana forest.
Your Kilimanjaro adventure kicks off with a transfer to Marangu Gate, where registration and formalities take 2-3 hours. The journey then leads you through the rainforest to Mandara Hut, offering a glimpse into the captivating Mound Crater. Spend the night at Mandara Hut, surrounded by the lushness of Montane forest.
● Dinner and Overnight at: Horombo Hut (3720m).
● Distance: 11km.
● Hiking Time: 5-6 hours.
● Habitat: Moorlan
A hearty breakfast fuels your ascent, leaving the rainforest behind as you journey toward Horombo Hut. Trek through rolling moorlands and relish your first clear view of Kilimanjaro's imposing presence. Horombo Hut awaits, nestled amidst enchanting moorland.
● Elevation: 3720m to 4720m
● Distance: 9km/5kmi
● Hiking Time: 4-5
● Hours Habitat: Alpine Desert
This day involves an early start as you make your way to the final hut before the summit attempt. Trekking through a hypoxic alpine desert, your progress is slow in the low-oxygen environment, leading you to Kibo Hut. Here, you'll relax and prepare for the night-time summit ascent.
● Elevation: 3720m to 1879m
● Distance: 20km/12.5mi
● Hiking Time: 4-5
● Hours Habitat: Forest
The climax of your journey begins in the early morning, around midnight. Climb to the summit, reaching Gilman's Point on the crater rim before ascending to Uhuru Peak, Africa's highest point. Witness breathtaking views and capture memories at the summit. Descend to Kibo Hut for a rest before continuing to Horombo encampment, experiencing the most challenging part of the trek.
● Elevation: 3720m to 1879m
● Distance: 20km/12.5mi
● Hiking Time: 4-5
● Hours Habitat: Forest To Arusha
After breakfast, a steady descent takes you to Mandara Hut, proceeding through the lush forest path to the Marangu National Park gate. Expect a wet and muddy terrain at lower elevations. Gaiters and trekking poles are your allies here. Your journey concludes as a vehicle awaits at Marangu gate to return you to Arusha, where you can relish your accomplishments.
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