5 DAYS KILIMANJARO CLIMB MARANGU ROUTE

If you are a first-time climber and you want to climb Kilimanjaro in a few days, here I have suggested you climb Kilimanjaro via the easy Marangu route. Our 5 Days Marangu route itinerary is the only uncomplicated Uhuru peak on Mount Kilimanjaro Climbing because of its gentle slopes but needs an optional acclimatization day that one can reschedule to 6 days. The Marangu route is known as Coca-Cola Route meaning simple like Coca-cola. However, it is the only route on the mountain that offers accommodation in sleeping huts and serves beverages like Coca-Cola on the way.

ITINERARY: 5 DAYS KILIMANJARO CLIMB VIA MARANGU ROUTE

Day 01: Arrival JRO – New Safari Hotel Arusha.

Upon arriving at Kilimanjaro International Airport KIA with a code JRO, our guide will meet you and drive you to your hotel in Arusha at New Safari Hotel.

Arusha is a city in northern Tanzania and the capital of the Arusha Region, with a population of 416,442 plus 323,198 in the surrounding. Arusha District located below Mount Meru on the eastern edge of the eastern branch of the Great Rift Valley, Arusha has a temperate climate. The city is close to the Serengeti National Park, the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Lake Manyara National Park, Olduvai Gorge, Tarangire National Park, Mount Kilimanjaro, and Arusha National Park on Mount Meru.

You will get a chance for a briefing and introduction about your climb to Kilimanjaro and checking on your pack list.

Accommodation: New Safari Hotel

Meal: Bed & Breakfast

Day 02: Arusha to Kilimanjaro gate – Mandara Hut.

Take a short drive from Arusha town to the Kilimanjaro Park Gate (1,830 m.) lies at the edge of Marangu, which is an attractive village with many small coffee and banana plantations. After completing the entrance formalities, we climb up through attractive and unspoiled forests to reach the clearing containing Mandara Hut (2,700 m.). The volcanic remains of Maundi Crater are nearby, and make a good afternoon excursion. An alternative is to rest and enjoy the beautiful forest. There is a rich birdlife at the huts and monkeys are often seen as well. [3-5 hours walking to Mandara Hut] 5 days Marangu route

Day 03: Mandara Hut to Horombo Hut

The first part of the walk is a steep ascent through forest, but the path soon opens out into grassy moorland and, in clear weather, there are good views of Kibo and Mawenzi peaks. We climb steadily through the moorland zone, containing giant heather and occasional stands of groundsel, to eventually reach Horombo Hut (3,720 m.). Sunrises and sunsets here are often very stunning, the site is close to the glaciated dome of Kibo, and there is a real sense of being above the clouds. [4-6 hours walking from Mandara Hut to Horombo Hut]

Day 04: Horombo Hut to Kibo Hut through Desert Saddle

We climb very gradually towards the lunar desert of the Saddle between Mawenzi and Kibo. The terrain changes to screed and there is a palpable sense of high altitude wilderness. We usually reach Kibo Hut (4,700 m.) at the bottom of the crater wall by midday and the afternoon is free (to contemplate the summit ascent!!). The remainder of the day is spent resting and eating in preparation for the final climb before a very early night! [4-5 hours walking from Horombo Hut to Kibo Hut]

Day 05: Kibo Hut to Summit, and down to Horombo Hut

We will start our ascent by torchlight at about 1 a.m. so that we can be up at Gillman’s Point by sunrise. The initial climb is steep over the loose volcanic screen, but there are some well-graded zig-zag and a slow but steady pace will have us up to Gillman’s (5,685 m.) in about five or six hours. We will rest there and spend some time taking in the sunrise. Those who are still feeling strong can make the three-hour round trip from here along the crater rim to Uhuru Peak (5,896 m.), passing close to the spectacular glaciers that still occupy most of the summit area. The descent is surprisingly fast and we return to Horombo Hut for the night. [11-15 hours walking from Kibo Hut to Gillman’s Point]

Day 06: Horombo Hut – Marangu gate – Arusha

We retrace our steps with a pleasant moorland walk to Mandara and then a lovely forest walks to the National Park gates to Arusha town. The greenness and lushness of the forest is quite a stunning contrast to the summit day, and it really makes you realize how varied the scenery on Kilimanjaro really is. [5-6 hours walking]

End of the Trek

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PACKAGE PRICE VALID FOR TRAVEL 2022/23

The full Package Price is USD 2,175 per single occupancy inclusive in the group.

What is included Kilimanjaro Package.

Transfers:

 Pick-up and drop-off at Kilimanjaro International Airport.

 Transfer to the trailhead - entry gate to Kilimanjaro National Park;

 Pick-up at the exit from Kilimanjaro National Park and transfer to the hotel.

Entry fees:

 All park fees collected by the Kilimanjaro National Park (conservation fees, camping fees, crew fees, vehicle fees, rescue fees, and all other fees collected by the Tanzania National Parks Authority).

Accommodation:

 One night at 4* hotel (New Safari Hotel) before the expedition. The hotels have everything for your comfortable stay - caring staff, nice rooms, reliable Wi-Fi, a restaurant, and a swimming pool);

Hut accommodation on Mount Kilimanjaro.

Please note: All accommodation is on sharing basis (i.e. you will be sharing with your travel companion a twin/double room in the hotel and a tent during the hike. If you travel alone, we will match you with a same-sex adventurer).

Meals Plan:

 Breakfast in the hotel before and after the hike;

 All meals on the hike.

Our Kilimanjaro diet includes energy-rich and highly nutritious meals prepared by our professional high-altitude cooks. A typical diet on Kilimanjaro includes different soups, garnishes, several types of fish and meat, fresh fruit and vegetables; vegetarian/gluten-free/halal options are available at no extra cost;

 All drinks on the hike (coffee, tea, hot chocolate, and water).

Hiking and safety equipment

 The Helicopter rescue is free in case of any emergency (book with us and we will give you the helicopter from the pick-up point).

 4-inch (10-cm) thick and comfortable sleeping mats;

 All group equipment (spacious and comfortable dining tent, camping table and chairs, crockery, and cutlery);

 Oxygen cylinders and oximeters;

 GPS-tracking service;

 Complete medical kits.

Climbing crew:

 Professional guides, licensed by Kilimanjaro National Park.

All our guides are the holder of Wilderness First Responder or Wilderness First Aid certifications.

All our guides have 7+years of successful mountaineering experience;

 Dedicated support crew (assistant guides, camp master, porters, cooks, etc.).

Kilimanjaro Price Excludes:

 Local airfares, International airfares and departure taxes.

 Tanzania Visa: $50 per person on arrival.

 Alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks.

 Lunch and dinner at the hotel (before and after the ascent);

 Personal Expenses (e.g. laundry, telephone, beverages, etc.)

 Meals not listed above on those arrival and departures days

 Optional Tours (short safari after your climb etc.)

 Tips for guides 100$ cooks 85$ and porters 50$ per entire-trip and any items of personal nature.