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5 Days Marangu – Route Mount Kilimanjaro Climbing

Day 1: Arusha – Marangu Gate (1,860 m) – Mandara hut (2,700 m)

After tea at the hotel, you will be taken to the Kilimanjaro National Park gate – Marangu. Once the necessary paper work has been completed, your trek begins and you will soon be hiking through the dense rainforest. You might be lucky to catch a glimpse of the black and white colobus monkeys scrambling through the lush vegetation. Approximately 3 to 4 hours later, you will reach your destination for the day, the Mandara Hut. After a well-earned rest, your guide will take you to the Maundi Crater where you can enjoy wonderful views. Meal and overnight stay at Mandara Hut.
Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner included

Day 2: Mandara Hut (2,700 m) – Horombo Hut (3,700 m)

The day begins with an early breakfast and shortly after you have left Mandara Hut, you will reach the treeline where vegetation changes to shrubs. Approximately 5 to 6 hours later, the Horombo Hut will come into sight. From the hut you will have fantastic views overlooking Mawenzi, Kibo peak and the Masai steppe. Evening meal and overnight stay at the Horombo Hut.
Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner included

Day 3: Horombo Hut (3,700 m) – Kibo Hut (4,700 m)

Today’s stage is long and tough. The trail passes the “last waterpoint” which is followed by the so-called “saddle”. This nearly plantless plateau links the summit of Kibo with Mawenzi. Today’s destination is Kibo Hut and it should be reached in about 5 to 6 hours. Tonight is an early night to get enough rest for the upcoming summit stage. You will be woken at around 11pm. Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner included

Day 4: Kibo Hut (4,700 m) – Uhuru Peak (5,895 m) – Horombo Hut (3,700 m)

Today is your big day. You will start in the middle of the night when the lava ash is still frozen and walking on it is easier. You will begin the long and strenuous trek to the summit in the dark. Passing the Hans Meyer Cave (5,220 m), the climb slowly but surely goes upwards. At sunrise, you will reach Gilman’s Point (5,681 m) on the crater rim. Soon you will have forgotten the cold of the night and after another 1 to 2 hours, you will reach Uhuru Peak. Now you are standing on the “Roof of Africa”. The descent follows the same path and the lava ash will now have thawed and allows for a fast descent. On your return to Kibo Hut, a warm meal awaits you and you can rest a while to regain your strength. After a break of 1 to 2 hours, you will be on your way down to the Horombo Hut where you will arrive in the afternoon. After an evening meal, it is early to bed for most.
Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner included

Day 5: Horombo Hut (3,700 m) – Marangu Gate (1,860 m) – Arusha

The last stage passes through the heather and moor zone to the Mandara Hut where a cooked lunch awaits you. Soon you will again be in the lush tropical rainforest and after about 6 to 7 hours of trekking, you will be back at the Kilimanjaro National Park gate. After saying goodbye to your mountain crew you will be taken back to Tulia hotel and Spa or similar in Arusha. At the hotel you can have a warm shower and celebrate your success in reaching the summit of Mt Kilimanjaro and this mark the end of your trekking. Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner included
Items included:
• Kilimanjaro trekking according to the itinerary
• Professional, English-speaking guide
• Mountain crew (cook & porters)
• First night of arrival and after the treks
• Overnight stays in hotels and mountain tents
• Airport pick up on arrival and drop off after the treks
• Camping equipment (tents, sleeping mats, chairs, tables etc.)
• Meals according to the itinerary
• Drinking water
• All national park fees
• All mentioned transfer
Items excluded:
• Sleeping bag
• Flights
• Alcoholic and soft drinks
• Visa fees
• Tips
• Personal spending.
• Travel insurance.

1 review for 5 Days Marangu – Route Mount Kilimanjaro Climbing

vorbelutrioperbir – January 8, 2024

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5 Days Marangu – Route Mount Kilimanjaro Climbing

Day 1: Arusha – Marangu Gate (1,860 m) – Mandara hut (2,700 m)

Day 2: Mandara Hut (2,700 m) – Horombo Hut (3,700 m)

Day 3: Horombo Hut (3,700 m) – Kibo Hut (4,700 m)

Day 4: Kibo Hut (4,700 m) – Uhuru Peak (5,895 m) – Horombo Hut (3,700 m)

Day 5: Horombo Hut (3,700 m) – Marangu Gate (1,860 m) – Arusha

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5 Days Marangu – Route Mount Kilimanjaro Climbing

Day 1: Arusha – Marangu Gate (1,860 m) – Mandara hut (2,700 m)

Day 2: Mandara Hut (2,700 m) – Horombo Hut (3,700 m)

Day 3: Horombo Hut (3,700 m) – Kibo Hut (4,700 m)

Day 4: Kibo Hut (4,700 m) – Uhuru Peak (5,895 m) – Horombo Hut (3,700 m)

Day 5: Horombo Hut (3,700 m) – Marangu Gate (1,860 m) – Arusha

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