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Overview
The Marangu Route has been referred to as the ‘Coca Cola’ route and this has led potential climbers to think that it is an easy route to the summit. This is far from the truth to be honest! The fact that it requires a minimum of 5 days to complete it does not mean that it is easier than any other route. The only reason that people say it is easier is because it is the only route up where you sleep in huts as opposed to tents. An optional acclimatization day at Horombo Huts is highly recommended for those with no prior trekking in altitude experience under their belt. Advance booking of hut accommodation is required to avoid any inconveniences.
The route starts from the park headquarters in the village of Marangu and heads straight westwards towards Kibo. The trail goes through lush rain-forest, heath and moorland to alpine desert and ultimately the arctic zone at the peak and same route down.
| Number of Climbers | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| 1 person | $1875 |
| 2-4 people | $1625 |
| 5-7 people | $1500 |
| 8 or more | $1375 |
Tour Plan
Day 1 : Arival in Tanzania
As you walk out of Kilimanjaro International Airport, an Africa Climber Adventures representative will be there to transfer you to your hotel, where you can relax and take in the African atmosphere.
Preparation for your climb: Before the start of your climb, you will meet your guide, who will brief you and provide advice on what to wear, what to pack, and other essential tips to ensure a comfortable and successful climb.
Day 02 : Marangu Gate – Mandara Hut (8,875 ft)
Today’s Stats Hiking Time: 4-5 hours
Total Distance: 7 km
Starting Altitude: 1830m (6,000ft)
Final Altitude: 2740m (9,000ft)
Environment: Montane (rain) Forest
This morning we drive through Kilimanjaro’s semi-tropical foothills to Marangu Gate, where you enter Kilimanjaro National Park and start your climb. Today’s trek takes 4-5 hours through tropical rainforest to reach Mandara Hut.
Day 03 : Mandara Hut – Horombo Hut (12,201 ft)
Today’s Stats
Hiking Time:5-6 hours
Total Distance:11 km
Starting Altitude: 2700m (9,000ft)
Final Altitude:3700m (12,141ft)
Environment:Mooreland
Your second day on the mountain starts with a fairly steep climb through the last of the rain-forest up to alpine meadows dotted with giant heather.
Further on, the environment changes to open heath with stunted vegetation before opening out to bleak moorland.
Today you will gain approximately 1,000m in altitude, so walk slowly in order to acclimatize properly. It is normally a 6-7 hour hike to reach Horombo Hut.
Day 4 : Horombo Hut – Kibo Hut (15,463 ft)
Today’s Status
Hiking Time:6-7 hours
Total Distance:10 km
Starting Altitude: 3700m (12,141ft)
Final Altitude: 4695m (15,400ft)
Environment:Semi Desert
The terrain now becomes progressively more rocky and rugged and giant groundsels and lobelias make their appearance. The trail skirts Mawenzi Peak, before crossing a stark, almost lunar landscape and the tundra desert of ‘the saddle”.
Day 05 : Kibo Hut – Summit (19,340 ft) – Horombo Hut (12,201 ft)
Today’s Status
Hiking Time:11-15 hours
Total Distance:18.5 km
Starting Altitude:4695m (15,000ft) – Uhuru Peak 5895m(19,340ft)
Descend Final Altitude:3700m (12140ft)
Environment:Alpine Desert
Soon after midnight, you will be awakened by your guides to start the zigzag trek up a long scree slope. After roughly two hours you should reach Hans Meyer’s Cave and from here the gradient gets steeper. Continue your climb for approximately another 3 hours to Gilman’s Point and you will be rewarded by the dramatic sight of the rising sun reflecting off the ice fields and craggy peaks of Mawenzi.
Walk along the crater rim for another couple of hours to reach your goal – Uhuru Peak, towering at 19,340 ft. After congratulating yourself and your companions on this great achievement, descend to Kibo Hut for rest and refreshment before continuing to Horombo Hut for your last night on the mountain.
Day 06 : Horombo Hut – Marangu Gate
Today’s Status
Hiking Time:6-7 hours
Total Distance:18 km
Starting Altitude:3700m (12,140ft)
Final Altitude:1830 (6000ft)
Environment:Rain Forest
After a leisurely breakfast, make your final descent across the alpine meadow, past Mandara Hut and on down through the rainforest to Marangu Gate, where your driver and vehicle will be waiting to transfer you back to your Hotel
Day 7 : Depart Tanzania
Depart Tanzania or continue your dream with amazing safari extensions.
For trekkers not continuing with a safari we provide transfers to Kilimanjaro International Airport or bus station for your onward journey.
Meals Plan: Breakfast.
Included/Excluded
- Porterage
- Rescue fee
- Park fees (For non-residents)
- All activities (Unless labeled as optional)
- All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)
- Camping equipment
- A professional driver/guide
- All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)
- All Taxes/VAT
- Roundtrip airport transfer
- Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
- Drinking water (On all days)
- Climbing gear
- International flights (From/to home)
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Sleeping bag
- Bath towels
- Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
- Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
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