6 Days marangu Route

6 Days marangu Route

Routes Overview

The solitary explanation that individuals say is simpler is because it is the lone course up Kilimanjaro where you rest in hovels instead of tents.

A discretionary acclimatization day at Horombo Huts is strongly suggested for those with no earlier traveling in height experience added to their repertoire.

Booking of cabin convenience is needed to stay away from any bothers.

The course begins from the recreation center base camp in the town of Marangu and heads straight westwards towards Kibo.

The path goes through the lavish rainforest, heath, and moorland to high abandon and at last the icy zone at the pinnacle and same course down.

Extras surcharge

Pre climb or post-climb accommodation

Extra single tents for camping routes not already included

Pre climb briefing in Arusha / out of Moshi and Arusha / out of Moshi gate transfers

Additional emergency oxygen cylinders (or any emergency cylinders for Mt Meru STTK15,15+1)

Comfort upgrades such as a portable toilet (excluding STTK16, K16+1), bed, larger tent, upgraded menu, celebration items, etc.

Airport or private / non-group gate transfers and out of Moshi transfers

Domestic flights

Day trips

Flying Doctors Emergency Evacuation membership

Extra guides or porters

Personal mountain equipment such as sleeping bags, walking poles, duffel bags, etc.

Additional day for acclimatization (for STTKX)

Tour Itineraries

Arrival

Direct arrival to Moshi. Pre-climb briefing on trek (time to be confirmed).

  • Approx driving distance: None
  • Approx. trekking time: None
  • Approx. trekking distance: None
  • Start altitude: None
  • End altitude: None
  • Highest Altitude reached: None
  • Altitude gain: None Meals included: None

Day 1 - Maragu Gate to Mandara Hut

The solitary explanation that individuals say is simpler is because it is the lone course up Kilimanjaro where you rest in hovels instead of tents. A discretionary acclimatization day at Horombo Huts is strongly suggested for those with no earlier traveling in height experience added to their repertoire. Booking of cabin convenience is needed to stay away from any bothers. The course begins from the recreation center base camp in the town of Marangu and heads straight westwards towards Kibo. The path goes through a lavish rainforest, heath, and moorland to high abandon and at last the icy zone at the pinnacle and same course down.

  • Driving distance: 1 hour
  • Trekking time: 3-4hours
  • Trekking distance: 7km
  • Start altitude: 1860m
  • End altitude: 2720m
  • Highest Altitude: 2775m
  • Altitude gain: 915m
  • Meals included: Lunch, dinner

Day 2 - Mandara Hut to Horombo Huts

The solitary explanation that individuals say is simpler is because it is the lone course up Kilimanjaro where you rest in hovels instead of tents. A discretionary acclimatization day at Horombo Huts is strongly suggested for those with no earlier traveling in height experience added to their repertoire. Booking of cabin convenience is needed to stay away from any bothers. The course begins from the recreation center base camp in the town of Marangu and heads straight westwards towards Kibo. The path goes through the lavish rainforest, heath, and moorland to high abandon and at last the icy zone at the pinnacle and same course down.

  • Trekking time: 5-6 hours
  • Trekking distance: 11km
  • Start altitude: 2720m
  • End altitude: 3700m
  • Highest Altitude: 3700m
  • Altitude gain: 980m
  • Meals included: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner

Day 3 - Horombo Huts to Kibo Huts

Today’s trek is designated for acclimatization while reserving some energy for the summit trek the next day. You will hike towards Mawenzi peak with your guide passing Zebra Rocks. You will then return to the hut for your dinner and overnight stay.

  • Trekking time: 3-5h
  • Trekking distance:5-8km
  • Start altitude: 3720m
  • End altitude: 3720m
  • Highest Altitude: 4000m
  • Altitude gain/loss: 280m
  • Meals included: Breakfast, lunch, dinner

Day 4 - Kibo Huts to Stella Point

Continue ascending past ‘the last water point’ traversing the saddle between Kibo and Mawenzi through the alpine desert zone.

  • Trekking time: 5-7hours
  • Trekking distance: 12km
  • Start altitude: 3700m
  • End altitude: 4703m
  • Highest Altitude: 4703m
  • Altitude gain: 1003m
  • Meals included: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner

Day 5 - Kibo Hut to Uhuru Peak to Horombo Hut

Around midnight you will start your summit trek on a rocky and steep trail to Gilman’s point (5681m), Proceed to Uhuru peak, through a snow-covered trail. Spend few minutes on top, descend to Kibo hut for a short rest, and later to Horombo hut for your last night on the mountain.

  • Trekking time: 14-18hours
  • Trekking distance: 21km
  • Start altitude: 4700m
  • End altitude: 3700m
  • Highest Altitude: 5895m
  • Altitude gain: 1195m
  • Altitude loss:2195m
  • Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  • Driving time: 1 hour

Day 6 - Horombo Hut to Marangu Gate to Moshi

Proceed with your descent to the gate, upon arrival complete park formalities and tipping ceremony with the support team. Our driver will then transfer you to Moshi.

  • Trekking time: 5-7hours
  • Trekking distance: 17km
  • Start altitude: 3720m
  • End altitude: 1860m
  • Highest Altitude: 1840m
  • Meals included: Breakfast, lunch
  • Driving time: 1 hour

Trip Included

  • All taxes and VAT applicable
  • All National Park conservation, park entry, camping or hut and rescue fees as applicable
  • Trained, certified, and experienced English-speaking mountain guide
  • 1 x luggage porter carrying luggage of 15kg per person for Kilimanjaro / 12kg per person for Meru
  • Specialist tent crew to service and set up campsites
  • Trained and experienced personal mountain cook and waiter
  • All meals on the mountain and eating utensils, cutlery, bowls, cups, etc.
  • Pre-climb briefing and equipment check with the guide/tour consultant in Moshi
  • 1 x transfer from a Moshi based lodge to park gates per group
  • 1 x transfer from park gates to a Moshi based lodge per group
  • Crew transportation for remote gates (Londrossi / Rongai)
  • Luggage storage while on trek
  • Boiled drinking water on trek (from 1st hut/camp onwards)
  • 1 Emergency oxygen cylinder per group (excluding STTK15 and K15+1, Mt. Meru) and first aid kit
  • Twice daily health checks with guides and a high-grade medical oximeter
  • Hand washing station, sanitizers, and small personal washbasin at campsites
  • Shared public toilet facilities at huts or public campsites
  • 1 x approx. 100Ltr rubberized hold all bag/packsack
  • Basic sleeping mattress per person (provided by the park for hut routes
  • Shared use of Mountain huts (sharing) or Four season tents (sharing for even-numbered groups + 1 single tent for odd numbers), chairs, tables, dining tent for camping routes
  • Private portable toilet (inc. toilet, toilet tent, porter to carry / clean, toilet rolls)

Trip Excluded

  • Tips / gratuities
  • Beverages such as soft drinks, alcohol, etc.
  • International flights
  • Insurance
  • Visas
  • Items of a personal nature
  • Water on the first day of the trek
  • Metal & hard plastic water bottles, water bladders, etc. (note: soft plastics are not permitted on the mountain)

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Accommodations

Mandara Hut

Mandara Hut

Horombo Huts

Horombo Huts

Kibo Huts

Kibo Huts

Stella Point

Stella Point

Uhuru Peak

Uhuru Peak

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