Marangu Route 6 Days

Marangu route, being the oldest of the routes to the summit, it’s thought to be the simplest/easiest path up to the mountain summit. Marangu route is also known as the “Coca Cola” Route and like the famous soft drink, it is certainly popular, representing a good choice for reaching the summit. It is perceived as being the easiest route up Mt Kilimanjaro, but do remember that everything is relative – this is still a tough physical challenge. Marangu route also allows for some relative comfort – overnight stays in mountain huts, another feature which adds to its popularity, particularly as this makes an ascent achievable even in the rainy season. It’s also the only route with sleeping huts and dormitory-style lodging, making it ideal for families or parties who don’t want to camp. Because it is one of the shortest treks to the summit – requiring just five-six days to reach Uhuru Peak– the Marangu Route is a popular one with trekkers who have a limited amount of time for their climb.

Day 01: Marangu Gate (1860m) – Mandara Hut (2700 m)

Distance:11km (6.8miles)

Trekking hours: 5-6hours

Marangu Gate . After the quick formality of acquiring climbing permits and registering with the search and rescue service, the group will start trekking up to Mandara Hut. The trekking route includes passage through the rainforest. Gradually walking uphill, you will see and hear birds and monkeys, maybe spotting black and white colobus monkeys. When you reach the camp, our mountain support crew will take care of the necessities and prepare food.

Day 02: Mandara Hut (2700 m) – Horombo Hut (3700 m)

Distance: 2.5 km (1.5 miles)

Trekking hours: 6-7hours

The group will wake early for a filling breakfast, and then depart Mandara Hut. This trek heads to the second high altitude camp: Horombo Hut where lunch will be prepared. It is common for people to experience the onset of altitude sickness at these heights Several hours after lunch you will have to complete an acclimatization hike in the direction of Kibo Hut with a 200 m /656 f gain in altitude, and then hike back down to Horombo Hut where dinner will be prepared for you.

Day 03: Horombo Hut (3700 m) – Zebra Rocks (4020 m) – Horombo Hut (3700 m)

Distance :2.5km(1.5miles)

Trekking hours:1-2hours

Ascending to higher altitude will help your body adapt to the height according to high altitude trekkers’ motto of “climb-high, sleep-low” Otherwise, you can take a journey to the remarkable Zebra Rocks? However, if you feel well-acclimated to the altitude, then you are free to walk up to Mawenzi Hut and admire the incredible view of Kibo and Mawenzi.

Day 04: Horombo Hut (3700 m) – Kibo Hut (4700 m)

Distance:10km(6.2miles)

Trekking hours:5-7hours

You will pass the ominous-sounding ‘Last Waterpoint’ and then cross the Saddle. It has now solidified and connects two of Mount Kilimanjaro’s three peaks, Mawenzi and Kibo. Once you arrive at the Kibo Huts, it is time to organize your equipment and warm clothes for tomorrow’s journey to the peak. To prevent freezing, keep any water your plan on bringing in a thermos. Get to bed early, as the next day’s trek requires a full night’s sleep worth of energy.

Day 05: Kibo Hut (4700 m) – Uhuru Peak (5895 m) – Horombo Hut (3700 m)

Distance:11km

Trekking hours 4-5hours

It will still be dark when you will be woken up with hot tea and some biscuits. Put on your VDwarmest gear and headlamp and follow the string of lights slowly ascending towards the top of Kilimanjaro. The volcanic ash will be frozen and with the guide’s encouragement you will pass Hans Meyer cave at 5 200 m. A few hours later – at around sunrise – you will reach Gilman’s Point (5681 m) on the edge of the crater. Well done! Keep going for one to two hours and you will reach the top. You will have a few minutes for photos and hugs, before the descent starts along the same path. It will be dusty now as the ash will be defrosting. Depending on when you take your journey, you may face snow on the final stretch of the path to the Uhuru Peak – the highest point in Africa and the very top of Kilimanjaro. As you reach the peak, an altitude of 5,895, you can congratulate yourself as you experience the astounding view and get a picture in front of the Uhuru Peak Sign.

Now it is time to start back towards the Kibo Huts, you will find that this part goes by incredibly quickly. At the Kibo Huts, you will stop to relax and enjoy a much-needed lunch, before moving along to the Horombo Huts, where you will enjoy a well-deserved full night’s rest.

Day 6; Horombo Hut (3700 m) – Marangu Gate (1860 m)

Distance: 20 km / 12 miles

Trekking time: 5-7 hours

This is your last day on the Mt Kilimanjaro. Most of accidents occur during the descent, including most broken arms and legs. The last stretch passes through heather and shrubs to Mandara Hut at 3700 m. You will rest and have a hot lunch here. Now you will descend into the forest with its cool, moist air. After about six hours hiking, you will reach the park gate (1860 m) and say goodbye to the porters and cooks.After your descent the whole group will gather to congratulate you.Tipping Celebration to the trekking team. You will be picked up to your accommodation. Ready to Kilimanjaro Internstional Airport transfer.

The Package Include

Accommodation in tents and huts as indicated in the itinerary
Professional English-speaking guide
Personal porters to carry your items.
Complete First Aid kit for emergency
Three meals (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner ) during your trekking.
Drinking water
Transfers from/ to your accommodation around Moshi and Kilimanjaro Airport
Camping equipment – tents, sleeping mattress and camping furniture
Kilimanjaro park fees
Oxygen cylinder for supporting for client with desaturate.

The Package Exclude

Trip Safety: Safariparksoutreach does not offer .Helicopter Rescue
Transport: Transport to and from Kilimanjaro International Airport to Moshi.
Medical Insurance:
Travel Insurance:
International and Domestic Flights
Visa fees.
Own Room/Tent on Mt Kilimanjaro.
Soft and Hard Drinks
Personal Items: Technical Gear, Clothing, Footwear, Hand-wear, Accessories, Laundry & Portable Toilet
Tips: Mountain Guide: $25 per day / per guide . Chef: $15 per day . Mountain Porter: $8 per day / per porter.

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