Marangu Route 5 Day Kilimanjaro - Marangu Route

Marangu Route 5 Day Kilimanjaro - Marangu Route

As the largest country in East Africa, and probably one of the oldest continuously populated areas in the world, Tanzania is a country like no other! You can spend a relaxing time walking along world class white sand beaches in Zanzibar, then 4 wheel over to the Serengeti and spot the cast of the Lion King in their natural habitat while connecting ancient Maasai warriors, or challenge yourself to new heights as you trek up the famous Mount Kilimanjaro!

Itinerary

Day 1: Marangu gate (1700m) - Mandara Hut 2740m – (5,500ft to 9,000ft) (FULL BOARD)

Pass By: Mount Kilimanjaro, Kilimanjaro National Park 00255 Tanzania
After breakfast 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 located at 9,000ft/2,740m. A side trip to Maundi Crater is a good way to see the surroundings including Northern Tanzania.

No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight Tent Camp/Lodge

Day 2: Mandara Hut (2,740m) – Horombo Hut (3700m) - (9,000ft to 12,100ft) (FULL BOARD)

Pass By: Mount Kilimanjaro, Kilimanjaro National Park 00255 Tanzania
In the morning around 8:30 a.m after breakfast starting 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 shinning in clear days. In most cases giant lobelias and grounsels are found on your way. Horombo hut is a point where most of the climbers use for acclimatization, so it's not out of the ordinary to spend an extra day here. Spending an extra day gives you a good chance for successfully making it to the summit - the roof of Africa.

No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.

Day 3: Horombo Hut (3700m) – Kibo Hut (4700m) - (12,100ft to 15,400ft) (FULL BOARD)

Pass By: Mount Kilimanjaro, Kilimanjaro National Park 00255 Tanzania
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.


No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.

Day 4: Kibo Hut (4,750m/15,580ft) to Summit (5,895m/19,340ft) to Horombo Hut (3,720m/12,200ft) (FULL BOARD)

Pass By: Mount Kilimanjaro, Kilimanjaro National Park 00255 Tanzania
Elevation Gain: 1,145 meters, 3,760 feet

Elevation Loss: 2,175 meters, 7,140 feet

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 Kibo Hut. Continue on for thirty minutes before beginning the rocky switchbacks that will continue to Gillman's Point (5,681 meters). 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.

On the way down from the summit, you will see all of the magnificent views you could not see on the way up. Stop for a short break and snacks at Kibo Hut before continuing on to Horombo Hut. Reach Horombo Hut in the afternoon and enjoy your last night on the mountain.

No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.

Day 5: Horombo Hut (3,720m/12,200ft) to Marangu Gate (1,800m/5,905ft)

Pass By: Mount Kilimanjaro, Kilimanjaro National Park 00255 Tanzania
Elevation Loss: 1,920 meters, 6,295 feet (FULL BOARD)

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.

Dinner and overnight at Budget Kilimanjaro Crane Hotel or 3*/4* Kiliwonders hotel in Moshi, Tanzania.

No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.

Day 6: Drop off at Kilimanjaro International Airport

Pass By: Mount Kilimanjaro, Kilimanjaro National Park 00255 Tanzania
Airport Drop-off

No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.