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MARANGU ROUTE -To the South East of the mountain.
The Marangu approach from the South East of the mountain (Mweka is used only for descent). It is possible to do the Marangu route in 5 days, thereby getting to the summit one day earlier than on the other routes. This is not always the best way due to a shorter acclimatization period. However, offer you the option of spending an extra acclimatization day on the mountain. This extends the route to a 6-day whereby being in a position to hike greatly increasing your chances of success.
Why this itinerary?
A 5 or 6-day ascent starts from the south eastern side of the Mountain. Marangu is by far the most popular route to the summit of Kilimanjaro. This could partly be because of the fact that the Marangu is the least expensive route, but more so, perhaps the fact that it is possible to do the Marangu route in 5 days, thereby getting to the summit one day earlier than on the Machame route. This is not always the best way due to a shorter acclimatization period.
Route Description: A 5 or 6 days hut accommodation on the Marangu route forms one of the main differences, compared to the other routes. It offers you the relative luxury of being able to sleep in huts along the entire route; this is not always the best way due to a shorter acclimatization period.
Detailed Trekking Itinerary :
ARRIVAL DAY- KILIMANJARO INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
You will be greeted on arrival by our friendly AFRICA GREATWALKS team who will transfer you to your hotel in either Moshi or Arusha. After meals or refreshments, mountain climbing briefing and climbing equipment inspection. Overnight at your Hotel on bed and breakfast basis.
DAY 1: MOSHI – MARANGU GATE TO MANDARA HUT 2720m (4Hrs)
After an early breakfast you leave the lodge and drive to Marangu gate for registration and start ascend through the rainforest with full of trees where you can see Colubus Monkeys and Blue Monkeys. There is occasional rainfall during certain times of the year. You will take your lunch packet halfway before reaching Mandara Hut. After lunch proceed to Mandara Hut where you have to sign on your arrival. After a short rest, you can have a walk to the nearby Maundi Crater where you can view spectacular plains of Kenya and then back for Dinner and overnight at Mandara Hut.
DAY 2: MANDARA HUT TO HOROMBO HUT 3,700m (5 – 6 Hrs)
After Breakfast, you leave Mandara to ascend through the forest for at least 20 minutes, and then proceed to an open area, grassland and moorland up to Horombo hut (12,000ft). Both Mawenzi and Kibo peaks can be viewed easily on the way. Dinner and an overnight stay at Horombo hut.
DAY 3: HOROMBO HUT TO KIBO HUT 4,720m (5 – 6 Hrs).
After Breakfast, further ascending to Kibo hut. The landscape becomes very stony and eroded. Spectacular mountain vegetation like giant lobelias, groundsel and cactus appear on the way where you will be given your packed Lunch. Leisure and dinner at Kibo Hut.
DAY 4: KIBO HUT - UHURU PEAK down to HOROMBO VIA KIBO HUT (13–15 Hrs)
You will have your early dinner and sleep to be awakened at 11.00pm for final preparation ready to conjure for your summit between 12 mid-nights – 1.00 am of the morning.
The climb in the darkness is tedious, but it can yield some experience. The reason behind for the nighttime climb is to arrive at the summit before the sunrise, and before the clouds obscure the views. You will climb the steepest, interesting and part of the route to Gilliman’s point at 5681m (18640ft), which is on the crater rim. From Gilliman’s points, you will proceed to UHURU PEAK 5895m (19,340ft) above sea level the highest point in Africa.
After taking a rest on the summit of Kilimanjaro, you will be given enough, time to take some photographs, signing a special visitors’ book, and admiring the view. You will start descending through Gilliman’s point, Kibo Hut, and finally to Horombo hut where you will spend a night resting and memorizing. Dinner and an overnight stay at Horombo Hut.
DAY 5: HOROMBO HUT TO MARANGU GATE – MOSHI / ARUSHA
After breakfast, you descend from Horombo hut to Marangu gate. After being given your Certificates for those who have conquered the mountain, this will the best time to say goodbye to all Crews who assisted you in your Climb. The waiting car will take you to Hotel in Moshi or Arusha for a day at leisure, overnight or evening transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport
END OF THE HIKE & TREK – SERVICES.
- Pick up at International Airport and transfer to the Hotel;
- Professional mountain crew. Each participant will be provided with a porter (who can carry up to 15 kg of personal baggage);
- Fair wages for the mountain crew as approved by the Kilimanjaro National Park Authority (KINAPA), Kilimanjaro Association of Tour Operators (KIATO)
- Kilimanjaro National Park permits.
- Kilimanjaro National Park rescue fees
- Camping/hut fees
- 3 meals daily while on the mountain. The menu includes different soups, garnishes, several types of fish and meat, fresh fruit and vegetables; vegetarian options are available upon request
- Modern tents
- First aid kit
- Warm and comfortable sleeping pads (2 inches thick)
- Portable flush toilets can be provided for free upon clients request
- Group equipment (dining tent, table, chairs, crockery and cutlery)
- Accommodation after the climb
- International certificates for a successful ascent
- Return transfer to Kilimanjaro airport.
- Flights tickets
- Visa fee
- Personal gear rental
- Items of a personal nature
- Laundry services
- Tips for the mountain
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RATES: Budget, Semi-Luxury (Midrange), Luxury and VIP.