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Description
One of the most popular routes to the summit of Kilimanjaro, Marangu is less expensive and easier than other trekking routes of Kilimanjaro.
Highlights
- Visit the Marangu Kilimanjaro Park gate, one of the main gates used for climbing mount Kilimanjaro
- For a fully immersive tour, spend the night at various Mandara, Horombo and Kibo huts
- Bask in the beauty of the Kibo and Mawenzi peaks
- Visit the lunar desert of the Saddle between Mawenzi and Kibo
- Get up close and personal with crater rim, at an altitude of 5,756 meters, at Gillman's point
- On completion of the trek, summit certificates given
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day 1: Mandara Hut (Full board) expand_more
After having your breakfast you will make a short journey about 45mins from your hotel to Marangu Kilimanjaro Park gate for the necessary formalities at the gate.
Climbs start through a fascinating tropical rain forest
Reach the first hut at Mandara for dinner and overnight.
Alternative: simply rest and relax in the beautiful forest around the camp.
(Marangu Gate to Mandara Hut (2,700 m): 5-6 hours walking.)
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Day 2: Horrombo Hut (Full board) expand_more
Today the first part of the walk is a steep ascent through the forest, but the path soon opens out into moorland and, in clear weather, there are great views of Kibo and Mawenzi peaks.
Arrive at Horombo Hut mid-afternoon, where you can relax and enjoy the stunning scenery around the camp.
(Mandara Hut to Horombo Hut (3,720 m): 4-6 hours walking.)
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Day 3: Kibo Hut (Full board) expand_more
Gradually climb towards the lunar desert of the Saddle between Mawenzi and Kibo.
6-7 hours of walking will be taken at a slow pace until you reach Kibo Hut (4,700m), where you will spend the night in a comfortable hut.
No running water at Kibo Hut. The remainder of the day is spent relaxing in preparation for the final ascent before a very early night.
(Horrombo Hut to Kibo Hut (4,700 m.); 4-6 hours walking)
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Day 4: Kibo Hut to Summit to Horrombo Hut (Full board) expand_more
Wake up before midnight in the cover of darkness.
Begin a steep climb over loose volcanic scree. A slow but steady pace will take you to the rim of the main crater, Gillman’s 5,685 m.
Rest there for few minutes to enjoy the sunrise over Mawenzi. Those who are still feeling good can continue slowly to make the three hours round trip from here along the crater rim to Uhuru peak 5,895 m. which is the highest point in Africa.
Descend to Kiko Hut and stop at Kibo Hut for some refreshment.
Continue to descend to reach Horrombo Hut.
(Kibo Hut to Summit to Horombo Hut (3,720 m): 13-15 hours walking).
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Day 5: Horrombo Hut (Full board) expand_more
Today you will descend past Mandara hut to Marangu National Park, successful climbers will receive their summit certificates.
Transfer to Kilimanjaro Mountain Resort for dinner and overnight.
(Horombo hut to Marangu Gate then Moshi/Keys Hotel 6-7 hours walking)
What's Included
2 Nights accommodation Hotel in Moshi is included
Quality, waterproof, four-season private mountain sleeping tents
Professional, experienced, mountain guides
All Park fees
Rescue fees
All meals while on the Mountain
Arrival and Departure transfers
Guides, Porters, cook salaries and park fees
Quality Mess tents with table and chairs
Large portions of fresh, healthy, nutritious food
Clean, purified drinking water
Crisis management and safety procedures
Fair and ethical treatment of porters
Sleeping Mattress
Emergency Evacuation by Flying Doctor Society of Africa
Know before you go
Normally, April and May are the months with long rains and should be avoided.
November brings short rains, but it does not often rain all day.
The best time for climbing Mount Kilimanjaro is January to February and September.
Cancellation Policy
For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.Price Details
| Adult | |
| 1 To 1 | USD 1300 Per Person |
This is a group tour | |