6 Days Marangu Route
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Duration
6 days
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The Marangu Route, often referred to as the “Coca-Cola Route,” is the most popular and one of the shortest routes to climb Mount Kilimanjaro in Tanzania. It is also the only route that offers sleeping huts instead of camping, making it a preferred choice for climbers who prefer more comfort during their trek. However, it’s essential to note that the Marangu Route has a lower success rate due to its shorter duration and less time for acclimatization compared to other longer routes.
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Included/Exclude
- Park fees: The fees to enter Kilimanjaro National Park are included in the package. These fees contribute to the conservation and maintenance of the park.
- Accommodation: Accommodation in mountain huts along the Marangu Route is provided during the trek.
- Meals: All meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) are included throughout the climb. The food is prepared by the climbing crew and is designed to be nutritious and suitable for high-altitude conditions.
- Professional guides: Experienced guides who are knowledgeable about the route, terrain, and altitude are provided to lead the climb and ensure your safety.
- Porters: Porters carry the majority of the gear, equipment, and supplies, leaving you to carry only a daypack with essential items.
- Drinking water: Clean drinking water is usually provided during the trek to keep you hydrated.
- Rescue fees: The package may include rescue fees or emergency evacuation coverage in case of emergencies.
- Flights and airport transfers: The package usually does not include the cost of international flights to Tanzania or airport transfers to your hotel in Moshi or Arusha.
- Accommodation before and after the climb: The package typically covers the nights spent during the trek, but not additional nights in hotels before or after the climb.
- Travel insurance: Climbing Kilimanjaro requires travel insurance that covers high-altitude trekking and medical emergencies. This is usually not included in the package.
- Visa fees: If required, the cost of obtaining a visa to enter Tanzania is not included.
- Personal gear: Climbers are responsible for bringing their personal gear, such as appropriate clothing, trekking poles, a daypack, and other essentials.
- Tips for the crew: It is customary to tip the guides, porters, and other crew members as a gesture of appreciation for their hard work and dedication.
- Personal expenses: Any additional expenses, such as souvenirs, snacks, or extra services, are not part of the package.
Tour Amenities
Tour Plan
- Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) in Tanzania.
- Transfer to your hotel in Moshi or Arusha to rest and prepare for the climb.
- Attend a pre-climb briefing with your tour operator and guides.
- After breakfast, drive to the Marangu Gate, the starting point of the trek.
- Complete the necessary registration at the gate and begin the hike through the rainforest.
- Trek for approximately 3 to 4 hours to reach Mandara Hut, where you will spend the night.
- Leave Mandara Hut after breakfast and continue the trek through the moorland.
- The trail passes through heathland with stunning views of Mawenzi and the Kibo summit.
- Trek for about 5 to 6 hours to reach Horombo Hut, where you will spend the night.
- After breakfast, continue your ascent towards the Kibo Hut.
- The trail becomes steeper and rockier as you approach the Kibo base camp.
- Trek for approximately 6 to 7 hours to reach Kibo Hut, situated at the bottom of the Kibo crater.
- Wake up very early (around midnight) to start the summit attempt.
- Ascend in the darkness, using headlamps, towards Gilman's Point (5,681m/18,638ft).
- From Gilman's Point, continue to Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa, which takes about 1 to 2 hours.
- Spend some time at the summit to enjoy the sunrise and take photos.
- Begin your descent back to Kibo Hut and further down to Horombo Hut for a short rest and lunch.
- Finally, continue descending to the Marangu Gate.
- At the gate, receive your summit certificates and say goodbye to your climbing team.
- Transfer back to your hotel in Moshi or Arusha for a well-deserved celebration and rest.
- After breakfast, continue your descent through the moorland and rainforest.
- Reach the Marangu Gate, where you will receive your summit certificates.
- Say goodbye to your climbing team and transfer back to your hotel in Moshi or Arusha for a well-deserved celebration and rest.
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Max Guests
12
Min Age
13+
