6 days Kilimanjaro climb Tour via Marangu route

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This 6 days Kilimanjaro climbing Tour via Marangu Route on Mount Kilimanjaro allows for a more gradual ascent and better acclimatization, increasing your chances of reaching the summit successfully. as it is considered to be the easiest path on the mountain, given its gradual slope and direct path. It is the oldest and the most well established route on the Kilimanjaro. This is the only route which offers sleeping huts in dormitory style. Guests are supplied with mattresses and pillows, The route approaches Mount Kilimanjaro from the southeast. 6 days marangu Route Climbing Kilimanjaro Trekking & Hikes is unfortunately less scenic than the other routes because the ascent and descent are along the same path. It is also the most crowded route for that reason. KITANO TOURS AND SAFARIS CO L.T.D® offers Marangu Route climbing for five and six days climb. The difference being

Itinerary

Marangu Day 1: Marangu Gate (1860m) to Mandara Hut (2700m)

We depart Moshi for Marangu Gate for the necessary formalities before beginning our trek. The hiking trail begins by ascending a beautiful, tropical rain forest. At the upper edge of the forest line, we have the opportunity to see blue monkeys. The trail then widens to expose beautiful hillsides until we reach Mandara Hut. Elevation (ft): 6,046 ft to 8,858 ft Distance: 8 km/5 miles Hiking Time: 4-5 hours Habitat: Rain Forest Accommodation: Mandara Hut

Marangu Days 2: Mandara Hut to Horombo Hut

Days 2: Mandara Hut (2700m) to Horombo Hut (3700m) The day begins with an early breakfast. Shortly after you have left Mandara Hut, you will reach the timberline and then enter the heath and moor zone. Approximately 4 – 6 hours later, the Horombo Hut will come into sight, standing at an altitude of 3700m. From the hut, you will have fantastic views overlooking Mawenzi, Kibo and the wide plain of the Masai steppe. Distance covered:12.5km / 7.8mi Approx. time taken: 9 hours Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Accommodation: Horombo Hut

Marangu Days 3: Horombo Hut to Mawenzi ridge Back To Horombo

This is an extra day meant for acclimatization and can be spent day hiking on Mawenzi Ridge. The unique landscape offers motivating views of Kibo and Mawenzi. After spending a few moments exploring the area we head back to Horombo Hut. Elevation (ft): 12,205 ft to 14,400 ft Distance: 5 km/3 miles Hiking Time: 2-3 hours Habitat: Heath Mawenzi Ridge to Horombo Hut Elevation (ft): 14,400 ft to 12,205 Distance: 5 km/3 miles Hiking Time: 1-2 hours Habitat: Heath Accommodation: Horombo

Marangu Days 4: Horombo Hut to Kibo Hut

Today’s stage is long and tough. The well-built trail passes the “Last Water point” which is followed by the so-called “saddle”. This nearly vegetation less plateau joins the main summit Kibo with Mawenzi. Today’s destination is the Kibo Hut that is usually reached in about 5 - 6 hours. Here, you will enjoy an early evening meal followed by an early night, as the night will be short. Distance covered: 9.5km / 5.9mi Approx. time taken: 8 hours Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Accommodation: Kibo Hut

Marangu Days 5: Kibo Hut to Uhuru Peak

Today is “The Big Day” - the summit stage. You will begin your final ascent around midnight which will be long and strenuous. Passing the Hans Meyer Cave at 5220m, the climb slowly but surely goes upwards. At sunrise, you will reach Gillman’s Point (5681m) – the crater rim of Kilimanjaro – where the sun will slowly start to warm up the land. You will have soon forgotten the cold of the night and after a further hike of 1 - 2 hours, you will reach Uhuru Peak at 5895m. On your return to Kibo Hut, a warm meal awaits you followed by a 1 - 2 hour break before proceeding back down to Horombo Hut. Distance covered: 22km / 13.7mi Approx. time taken: 12hours - 15hours Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Accommodation: Horombo Hut

Marangu Days 6: Horombo Hut to Marangu Gate

The last stage passes through the heath and moor zone to the Mandara Hut (2700m) where a warm lunch is waiting for you. Soon, you will once again pass the tropical rainforest and after a total time of 6 hours trekking, you will be back at the Kilimanjaro National Park Gate (1860m). After saying goodbye to your mountain guides, a short transfer follows to take you back to your hotel in Moshi. Once there, you can take a warm and relaxing shower and celebrate your success in reaching the summit of the Kilimanjaro. Distance covered: 20.8km / 12.9mi Approx. time taken: 8 hours Meals: Breakfast, Lunch Accommodation: Moshi/arusha

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Guide

Park Fees

Tax

Meals according to the itinerary

Gate transfer

Crew wages

Fair and Sustainable Salary Crew Wages

Environment fees

During the climb you will spleep in Huts

Brekafasts

Lunches

Dinners

Drinking Water

Porters

Cook

Exclusions

Flights
Items of a personal nature
Laundry Services
Tips to mountain crew

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Expedition Information

$1,600

Kilimanjaro Marangu Route

Climbing

Fitness Level

Technical Level

Group Size

1-6