5 days kilimanjaro trekking marangu route
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- Kilimanjaro trekking
Known as the “Coca-Cola” route, Marangu is a classic trek on Mount Kilimanjaro. It is the oldest, most well-established route. Many favor this route because it is considered to be the easiest path on the mountain, given its gradual slope. It is also the only route that offers sleeping huts in dormitory-style accommodations.
The minimum number of days required for this route is five, although the probability of successfully reaching the top in that time period is quite low. Spending an extra acclimatization day on the mountain is highly recommended when climbing Kilimanjaro using the Marangu route.
Tour Included
- All Park entrances & taxes
- Accommodation (Hut)
- All Meals (breakfast, lunch & dinner),
- soft drinks & water
- Transfer to & from the airport
- A professional Mountain guide
- mountain porters
Tour not Included:
- Tips to the driver guide (recommended)
- Laundry Service
- Local and International flights
- Travel Insurance
Cancelation:
you can cancel this tour for 30 days free for 15 days with a 15% surcharge or you can cancel this tour and jump it to upcoming days
Payment:
To book this tour you can deposit 40% via online payment or bank transfer and 60% on arrival day by cash or credit card with dancing simba safari Company
Itenerary
5 DAYS KILIMANJARO TREKKING MARANGU ROUTE
Day 1
Marangu gate (1700m) – Mandara Hut (2740m)
After breakfast and briefing, drive to the Marangu village and proceed to Kilimanjaro National Park Gate (45 minutes), register at Kilimanjaro National Park Authority offices and commence the climb. Walk through the rainforest to the Mandara hut.
Day 2
Mandara Hut (2740m) – Horombo Hut (3700m)
In the morning around 8:30 a.m after breakfast start trekking to Horombo hut. After about 1 hour, you will leave the glades of the rainforest and follow an ascending path on the open moorlands to the Horombo hut. The view of Kibo summit and Mawenzi are both stunning and shining on clear days. In most cases, giant lobelias and groundsels are found on your way. Horombo hut is a point where most of the climbers acclimate.
Day 3
Horombo Hut (3700m) – Kibo Hut (4700m)
In the morning after breakfast the trek will take us to the last watering point, walking onto the saddle of Kilimanjaro between the peaks of Kibo and Mawenzi. Vegetation begins with upper heartland but then disappears into desert like structure. At Kibo you will have your dinner, take a nap and at the middle of the night around 23:30 hour prepare for summit climb.
Day 4
Kibo Hut (4750m) – Uhuru Peak (5895m) – Horombo Hut (3720m)
Around midnight, awake for the final ascent to Uhuru Peak, the roof of Africa. The hike begins with a demanding five hour hike to Gillman’s Point on the crater rim. Although this is considered to be the easiest of the three crater ascent paths, it is still extremely difficult. The first major rest stop, William’s Point, lies at 5000 meters and is approximately a two hour hike from Kibo Hut. Continue on for thirty minutes before beginning the rocky switchbacks that will continue to Gillman’s Point (5681m). The hike from Gilman’s to Uhuru Peak is a gradual climb and as far as hikes go, not very difficult. The altitude, however, makes the hike long and tiring. The crater rim hike takes approximately two hours. Upon reaching Uhuru, take photos of your guide and group at the peak before beginning the descent to Horombo Hut. Reach Horombo Hut in the afternoon and enjoy your last night on the mountain.
Day 5 Horombo Hut (3720m) – Marangu Gate (1800m)
After breakfast, finish the trek with a descent to Marangu Gate. Your last hike on Kilimanjaro is a beautiful one, passing through Kilimanjaro’s cloud forest. Watch your step during the descent, as the trail can be slippery. Our vehicles will be waiting at Marangu Gate to take you back to Moshi.
