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The journey
Ascend the spectacular Mount Kilimanjaro via the Marangu Route on this 6-day trek from Moshi. Hike through a beautiful tropical rainforest, with the chance to spot blue monkeys along the way, before continuing into high moorland and the dramatic alpine landscapes of the mountain. Take in scenic views of Mawenzi and Kibo peaks, acclimatize on Mawenzi Ridge, and push on to Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa.
At Gilman's Point (18,600 ft), be rewarded with the most magnificent sunrise over Mawenzi Peak.
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Day by day
Meet your tour representative in Moshi and depart for Marangu Gate for the necessary formalities before beginning the trek.
The hiking trail begins by ascending through a beautiful tropical rainforest.
At the upper edge of the forest line, you may have the opportunity to see blue monkeys. The trail then widens to reveal beautiful hillsides as you continue to Mandara Hut.
Start the day by continuing through the forest until the trail opens into high moorland.
If the weather is clear, enjoy your first views of Kibo and Mawenzi peaks - two of the three volcanic peaks that make up the summit of Kilimanjaro.
This extra day is meant for acclimatization and can be spent hiking on Mawenzi Ridge. The unique landscape offers motivating views of Kibo and Mawenzi.
After spending some time exploring the area, head back to Horombo Hut.
Climb gradually, then cross the lunar desert of the "Saddle" between Mawenzi and Kibo.
Kibo Hut sits at the bottom of the Kibo crater wall.
Once here, rest, enjoy an early dinner, and sleep early to prepare for summit day.
Very early in the morning, around midnight, begin the ascent to the summit. This is the most mentally and physically challenging portion of the trek, and the wind and cold at this elevation and time of day can be extreme.
Ascend in the darkness for several hours, taking frequent but short breaks.
At Gilman's Point (18,600 ft), be rewarded with the most magnificent sunrise over Mawenzi Peak.
Finally, arrive at Uhuru Peak, the highest point on Mount Kilimanjaro and the continent of Africa.
After spending a few moments taking in the plains of Africa and celebrating the accomplishment, descend to Horombo Hut.
Later in the evening, enjoy your last dinner on the mountain and a well-earned sleep.
Go on a long trek, mostly downhill, through the tropical rainforest.
Once at the park headquarters at Marangu Gate, collect your summit certificates.
Meet your driver and transfer back to the hotel in Moshi.
Where this trip takes you
Mawenzi Ridge vistas, Kibo crater wall, Uhuru Peak sunrise, Marangu Gate rainforest
The route
The fine print
Accommodation during the trek
AMREF Flying Doctors
All meals for vegetarians and non-vegetarians
2 nights at the hotel before and after the climb
All entry fees, hut fees, and rescue fees
Utensils and award certificates of achievement
Professional mountain guides, cook, and porters
Treated drinking water, sleeping mattress, tables, and chairs
4 transfers: from JRO to the hotel, from the hotel to the gate, from the gate to the hotel, and from the hotel to JRO
English-speaking Tanzanian guide
Tips and visa
Laundry services
International flight ticket fees
Alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks
All items of a personal nature
Equipment including a fleece jacket, socks, sunglasses, water bottles, body tights, and a scarf
Marangu Route, affectionately known as the "Coca-Cola Route", is by far the most popular and classic route to the summit of Kilimanjaro. It is the oldest and most well-established route, favoured by the majority because it is considered the easiest path on the mountain due to its gradual slope. It is also the only route that offers the relative luxury of sleeping in huts along the entire route.
Logistics
Your 6 days finish where they began, in Moshi.
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