Marangu Route Kilimanjaro 6 Day Expedition

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

Day 1
Marangu Gate to Mandara Hut
1 stop
1
After breakfast, we leave Moshi at 9 AM, drive for 45 minutes to the Marangu Gate on the southeast side of Kilimanjaro, register with the national park, and begin hiking at 11 AM. The hiking trail begins by ascending a beautiful, tropical rain forest. Stop halfway for lunch, and reach the Mandara Huts at 3 PM. Unpack, rest, and have some tea or coffee. Dinner is served during the early evening at 7 PM. Stop halfway for lunch, and reach the Mandara Huts at 3 PM. Unpack, rest, and have some tea or coffee. Dinner is served during the early evening at 7 PM. Bathrooms with running water are available. Marangu Gate to Mandara Hut Elevation: 1860m to 2720m Distance: 8 km Hicking time: 4-5 hours Habitat: Rain Forest
5 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 2
Mandara Hut to Horombo Hut
1 stop
2
Following breakfast, we start the day continuing through the rainforest until the trail opens into high moorland. We may get our first views of Kibo and Mawenzi peaks – two of the three volcanic peaks that make up the summit of Kilimanjaro. After 6 hours of hiking, you will reach Horombo Hut (3720m). Similar to the first night, the porters will prepare drinking and washing water for you. You will enjoy evening snacks then dinner prepared by our chef. -Mandara Hut to Horombo Hut -Elevation: 2720m to 3720m -Distance: 11 km -Hicking time: 6-8 hours -Habitat: Heath
8 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 3
Horombo Hut to Mawenzi Ridge
1 stop
3
At Horombo Hut, you will spend the day allowing your body to acclimate to high altitudes. You will have the option of doing a day hike on Mawenzi Ridge (up to 4600m) for further acclimatization with your guide. After spending a few moments exploring the area we head back sleeping to Horombo Hut. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner will be at the hut. -Horombo Hut to Mawenzi Ridge -Elevation: 3720m to 4402m -Distance: 5 km -Hicking time: 2-3 hours -Habitat: Heath
3 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 4
Horombo Hut to Kibo Hut
1 stop
4
We climb gradually, then cross the lunar desert of the “Saddle”, which refers to the area between Mawenzi and Kibo’s peaks. Our camp, Kibo Hut, sits at the bottom of the Kibo crater wall. There is no water at this camp, but porters will bring water for the hikers. An early dinner will be served so hikers can rest before attempting the summit the same night. Your guide will brief you in detail on how to prepare for summit night. Get to sleep by 19:00! -Horombo Hut to Kibo Hut -Elevation: 3720m to 4720m -Distance: 10 km -Hicking time: 6-8 hours -Habitat: Alpine Desert
8 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 5
Kibo Hut to Horombo Hut
2 stops
5
We begin our push to the summit very early in the morning (around midnight). This is the most mentally and physically challenging portion of the trek. At this elevation and time of day, the wind and cold can be extreme. We ascend in the darkness for several hours while taking frequent, but short, breaks. At Gilman’s point (5685m), you will be rewarded with the most magnificent sunrise you are ever likely to see coming over Mawenzi Peak. Finally, we arrive at Uhuru Peak- the highest point on Mount Kilimanjaro and the continent of Africa. Reaching the summit of Mt. Kilimanjaro is a lifetime accomplishment! You will be able to spend a short time on the summit taking photographs and drinking tea before the descent to Kibo Hut begins. Kibo Hut to Uhuru Peak Elevation: 4720m to 5895m Distance: 6 km Hicking time: 6-8 hours Habitat: Artic
8 hours • Admission ticket free
6
We begin our push to the summit very early in the morning (around midnight). This is the most mentally and physically challenging portion of the trek. At this elevation and time of day, the wind and cold can be extreme. We ascend in the darkness for several hours while taking frequent, but short, breaks. At Gilman’s point (5685m), you will be rewarded with the most magnificent sunrise you are ever likely to see coming over Mawenzi Peak. Finally, we arrive at Uhuru Peak- the highest point on Mount Kilimanjaro and the continent of Africa. Reaching the summit of Mt. Kilimanjaro is a lifetime accomplishment! You will be able to spend a short time on the summit taking photographs and drinking tea before the descent to Kibo Hut begins.
8 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 6
Horombo Hut to Marangu Gate
1 stop
7
On our last day, you will descend for 6 hours downhill through the tropical rainforest, back to Marangu Gate (1980m). The National Park requires all hikers to sign their names to receive certificates of completion. Hikers who reached Gillman’s Point (5685m) receive green certificates and hikers who reached Uhuru Peak (5895m) receive gold certificates. After signing, you will stop at the restaurant to share a last meal with all the team (it could also be the time to give tips to them) and then, you will drive back to the hotel in Moshi for long overdue showers and celebrations.
7 hours • Admission ticket free

Additional info

• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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