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5-Day Trek Via Marangu Route To Mt Kilimanjaro

  • Tour Category

    Group Tour

  • Tour Types

    Mountaineering, Trekking, Climbing

  • Duration

    5 Days

  • Activity Level

    Hard

  • Language

    English

Description

Trek through the easiest and shortest route to the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro. Ascend towards Uhuru peak via the Marangu Route, also known as the 'Coca-Cola', which is known for being the only pathway that provides the comfort of sleeping huts at every campsite. Trust the oldest route to the summit, and experience the incomparable natural beauty in this 5-day trek! 

Highlights
  • Admire the views of Kibo and Mawenzi
  • Trek through the forest area of Mandara
  • Take in the magnificent views of Kilimanjaro Peak
  • Day 1: Marangu Gate (1890m) to Mandara Hut (2227m) expand_more

    • Transfer from hotel in Moshi and cross cultivation zone towards Marangu village.

    • Head towards Marangu gate (1890 meters) on a 1-hour drive.

    • Register at the gate and meet the crew.

    • Start hiking to cover 8 kilometres in about 3-4 hours, including crossing the rainforest.

    • Picnic lunch and drinking water will be provided on the way.

    Arrive at Mandara hut for an overnight stay.

  • Day 2: Hike to Horombo Hut (3720m) expand_more

    • After breakfast, trek for 5-6 hours to cover 10 km.

    • Lunch and drinking water will be provided on the way.

    • Reach moorland zone to view Kibo and Mawenzi peak from afar.

    Arrive at Horombo hut for an overnight stay.

  • Day 3: Hike to Kibo Hut (4720m) expand_more

    • Trek through the alpine desert and cross the saddle area between Kibo and Mawenzi.

    • Trek for 4-6 hours to cover a distance of 9 km.

    • Lunch and water will be provided. Many hikers could also experience mountain sickness, so take necessary precautions.

    Arrive at Kibo hut for dinner and overnight stay.

  • Day 4: Hike to Uhuru Peak (5895m) to Horombo Hut (3720m) expand_more

    • Around midnight, have some tea and snacks and prepare to ascend the summit.

    • Dress warm and starting hiking for 6-8 hours to cover almost 6 kilometres towards Uhuru peak.

    • First peak is situated at Gilman’s point (5685 meters), located at the crater rim, and then Stella point (5756 meters).

    • Join hikers from other routes heading together to Uhuru peak.

    • Arrive at the summit in time to witness the spectacular sunrise.

    • Stay at the peak for 10-15 minutes for viewing and taking pictures.

    • Descend via the same trail to Kibo Hut for resting.

    • After resting for 1-2 hours, pack up, have brunch, and start descending towards Horombo hut.

    Arrive at Horombo hut for an overnight stay.

  • Day 5: Descend to Marangu Gate (1890m) expand_more

    • Soon after breakfast, meet the crew for group pictures and singing Kilimanjaro songs.

    • Continue descending down to Mandara hut.

    • Stop for hot lunch at Mandara hut and then descend to Marangu gate for 6-8 hours. (18 kilometres).

    • At Marangu gate, sign to the Kilimanjaro National Park logbook.

    • The Kilimanjaro expert officer (guide) will collect the certificate for those who managed to successfully summit.

    • Transfer back to the hotel in Moshi for a long hot shower and Kilimanjaro beer.

    End of tour.

What's Included

  • 4 nights accommodation

  • Crews’ salaries, guide/cook/porters

  • Kilimanjaro entry and accommodation fees

  • Kilimanjaro rescue fees

  • Hotel accommodation in Moshi, one night before trek and another night after trek

  • Meals and water while trekking

  • Oxygen cylinders for emergencies

  • Pulse ox-meter

  • Amref flying doctors

  • Service of an English-speaking Kilimanjaro guide

  • Transfers from Moshi to Marangu gate and back to Moshi in a comfortable vehicle

  • Airport transfers on arrivals and departures

What's Excluded

  • Extras at the hotel such as drinks, telephone, laundry, etc

  • Extra hotel accommodations

  • Immunization papers (yellow fever vaccination recommended)

  • International and local flights

  • Passport

  • Tips for the guides, cook, and porters (recommended)

  • Travel insurance documents

  • Visa fees (100 USD for American citizens and 50 USD for non-American

  • Excess luggage above 15 kgs

Know before you go

  • For single entry visa and tourist visa can be obtained upon arrivals at all international airports and all Tanzania border, yellow fever documentation is required.

  • We recommend training in running, cycling, and hiking before going for the trek.

  • Once hiking, carry 5-8 kgs of a day pack and wear climbing shoes.

  • The huts along the Marangu route are communal and have a sponge mattress, pillow, and solar power.

  • All climbing groups, often from several countries around the world, share meals in dining huts providing a jovial and energetic atmosphere.

Meeting Point

Moshi, Tanzania

Cancellation Policy

For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -

Refund of 80% of the tour price.
Price Details
Adult
1 To 1 USD 1734 Per Person
2 To 2 USD 1602 Per Person
3 To 3 USD 1510 Per Person
4 To 4 USD 1390 Per Person

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