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MARANGU ROUTE

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6 day

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Overview

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Marangu Route is the most popular, least difficult and the shortest way to Uhuru Peak. This is also called the Tourist Route or the Coca Cola Route. 70% of all climbers choose this route because most of the route consists of easy hiking. This route is fairly easy but the final part to summit is still difficult. Although this route is the easiest, it has the highest failure rate due to bad preparation. It is advised to take this route seriously enough to be well organized and to take all possible safety measures.

All the cams in these routes sell goods such as chocolates, beer, soft drinks, and mineral water and they all have radio contact to the park office. This route can be done in 5 days but it is advised to take n extra day for acclimatization at the Horombo hut which is also a campsite on Kilimanjaro with beds and mattresses.

Knowns as the ‘Coca Cola Route’ because of its popularity and its relative ease, the Marangu route is the most popular route by which to reach Kilimanjaro’s summit.

With the addition of an additional day for acclimatization, this route perfectly blends the challenge of the climb with Marangu’s natural beauty.

 

 

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What you will do

Day 1
ARUSHA – MARANGU GATE TO MANDARA HUT
You’ll be picked up from your Moshi accommodations and make the drive to Kilimanjaro National Park.
Here, you’ll liaise with your guides and begin your ascent through the verdant rainforest that clothes the lower reaches of Kilimanjaro.
Hiking for 5- 6 hours through this ancient jungle, you’ll get to go on a miniature safari as you spot wildlife such as black and white colobus monkeys along the way.
You’ll spend your night at the modern Mandara Huts, which boast luxuries such as solar lighting and flush toilets. You won’t be seeing those again anytime soon!
Day 2
MANDARA HUT – HOROMBO HUT
You’ll off bright and early today, as you’ve got a long day of hiking ahead of you!
Today’s hike takes you from the verdant rainforest into the stark alpine zone, as you’ll cover more than 11 kilometers on your way to the Mauni Crater.
Day 3
HOROMBO HUT TO KIBO HUT
It’s another big day of hiking today, as you’ll make your way to Kibo ahead of your summit attempt.
Climbing almost 1,000m, you’ll pass your last watering point at the 4,130m mark before arriving at Kibo Hut in the afternoon.
Remember to drink plenty of water during your early dinner, as you’ll be up bright and early tomorrow to begin your ascent to the summit!
Day 4
HOROMBO HUT
Today is a day for acclimatization but that doesn’t mean you’ll be idle!
You’ll make your way to Mawenzi Hut today, passing the Zebra Rocks along the way. This is a day for slow walking and hydrating o take your time and enjoy the experience of being on the mountain!
Of course, if you aren’t interested in the day hike, you can instead stay at camp and catch up on your ret for the hard days ahead.
Day 5
KIBO HUT, UHURU PEAK TO HOROMBO HUT
You’re starting your day early – just after midnight in fact
Your climbing team will wake-up you with a cup of coffee/tea and a light snack for energy as you get dressed and prepare your daypack for the adventure ahead.
You’ll be hiking in utter darkness for the next 5- 7 hours, so take it slow and you’ll arrive at Stella Point a few hours before dawn. From here, there are another two hours of intense hiking before you reach your ultimate goal: Uhuru Peak.
Standing at 5,985m, you’ll be able to experience spectacular sunrise and take in the panoramic view. You’ve done it!
You’ll then descent back to Horombo Hut via Kib Hut. At anywhere between 12 and 16 hours of hiking, this is sure to be one of the longest, most grueling days of your life!
Day 6
HOROMBO HUT, MARANGU GATE TO ARUSHA
It’s a day of celebration today, as you’ll enjoy one last breakfast on the mountain before descending to the Marangu Gate.
It’s an almost 20km walk today, but the steady downhill makes it a lot easier than the ascent.
Upon arrival at the gate. You’ll get to celebrate with your porters and guides, provide them with their tips for their hard work.
Your drive will then whisk you away to your Arusha hotel to get some well-earned rest.
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Included/Excluded

  • Park fees, camping fees and rescue fees.
  • 18% VAT on tour fees and service.
  • Transportation to and from the mountain gate.
  • Professional mountain guides, cooks and porters.
  • 3 meals daily while on the mountain.
  • Filtered water throughout the trek.
  • Fair wages for the mountain crew as approved by the Kilimanjaro National Park Authority (KINAPA) and Kilimanjaro Association of Tour Operators. (KIATO)
  • Transport
  • Camping.
  • Tent and Mattress.
  • Park fees.
  • Professional English-speaking safari guide and cook
  • Flights.
  • Travel insurance.
  • Visa and passport fees.
  • Increases in the park fees wherever applicable.
  • Tips to mountain crew.
  • Items of a personal nature.
  • Laundry services.
  • A doctor for the group
  • Alcoholic beverages.
  • A portable flush toilet with a toilet tent is extra. (70 per toilet + toilet tent)

Duration

6 Day

Activity Types

Hiking

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