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6-Day Climbing Mount Kilimanjaro Enroute Marangu - Kilimanjaro is a 6 days tour in Tanzania via the Marangu route, starting from USD 1500. Below you'll find the latest itinerary, inclusions & exclusions, and how to book.

Duration
6 days

Route
Marangu

From
USD 1500

Operator
Kitano Tours & Safaris

ABOUT 6-Day Climbing Mount Kilimanjaro Enroute Marangu - Kilimanjaro

The Marangu Route is the oldest and most popular route for climbing Kilimanjaro. It is well known as the "Coca-Cola" Route. This is the only route that uses dormitory-style sleeping huts instead of mobile tents. It is the easiest path on the mountain, given its gradual ascent and direct path, which allows for a generally effortless trek. The Marangu Route will take you to the African’s rooftop in a short period of time.

Duration: 6 days
Route: Marangu
Starts at: USD 1500

Overview

Itinerary

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Highlights for 6-Day Climbing Mount Kilimanjaro Enroute Marangu - Kilimanjaro

Day 1: Arusha to Marangu Gate-Mandara Hut
Day 2: Mandara Hut to Horombo Hut-Shira Camp
Day 3: Horombo Hut
Day 4: Horombo Hut to Kibo Hut
Day 5: Kibo Hut to Uhuru Peak (Summit) to Horombo Hut
Day 6: Horombo Hut to Marangu Gate

Itinerary Overview

Day	Title
Day 01	Arusha to Marangu Gate-Mandara Hut
Day 02	Mandara Hut to Horombo Hut-Shira Camp
Day 03	Horombo Hut
Day 04	Horombo Hut to Kibo Hut
Day 05	Kibo Hut to Uhuru Peak (Summit) to Horombo Hut
Day 06	Horombo Hut to Marangu Gate

Day 01: Arusha to Marangu Gate-Mandara Hut

>> After registering at the Kilimanjaro National Park gate, you’ll take your first step toward your goal – the roof of Africa. You’ll be hiking through the Montane forest, a lush, biodiverse zone, and home to the endemic flower Impatiens Kilimajari. Keep an eye out for blue and colobus monkeys and listen to the birdsong; the avifauna here is prolific. You may even catch a glimpse of Hartlaub’s Turaco, a stunning brightly coloured resident. After reaching Mandara Hut, you could take a walk over to the Maundi crater or just relax and enjoy the scenery. Overnight at the Mandara Hut

Elevation: 1905 M - 2723M
Distance: 8.3 KM
Hours: 3-5 Hours
Habitat: Moorland.

Time: 8-10hrs
Meals: Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Accommodation: Mandara Hut Budget mountain hut located on Mt Kilimanjaro

Day 02: Mandara Hut to Horombo Hut-Shira Camp

>> Today, your hike will take you out of the forest and into the heathland where giant heathers grow, and as you climb higher, into the moorland. Here, you’ll see two of the most unusual plants on Kilimanjaro, the fairy-tale-like giant groundsel and the giant lobelias. You’ll also have your first views of the peaks, Mawenzi and Kibo, that’s the really big one that you’ll be scaling in a few days. Sleep at the Horombo Hut.

Elevation: 2723M -3721 M
Distance: 12.5 KM
Hours: 6-8 Hours
Habitat: Moorland.

Time: 8-10hrs
Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Accommodation: Horombo Hut Budget mountain hut located on Mt Kilimanjaro

Day 03: Horombo Hut

>> No need to pack your bags today as you’ll stay a second night at Horombo. Your guide will take you on an acclimatisation walk to Zebra rocks and the base of Mawenzi Peak, where you’ll have glorious views of Kibo looming over the saddle. The rest of the day can be spent at camp, where you can put your feet up and catch up on some rest.

Time: 8-10hrs
Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Accommodation: Horombo Hut Budget mountain hut located on Mt Kilimanjaro

Day 04: Horombo Hut to Kibo Hut

>> Today, you’ll trek up into the barren high-altitude desert, crossing the boulder-strewn saddle that connects Kibo and Mawenzi. You may be lucky and see a buzzard or even a lammergeyer soaring on the thermals above. After reaching the camp, the rest of the day is devoted to preparing for your summit bid —preparing your kit, eating, and resting.

Time: 8-10hrs
Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Accommodation: Kibo Hut Budget mountain hut located on Mt Kilimanjaro

Day 05: Kibo Hut to Uhuru Peak (Summit) to Horombo Hut

>> The push for the final ascent to Uhuru Peak! You will be woken at around 11:30 pm to make a start just after midnight. This is where your grit and determination will be called upon but your reward is possibly the most amazing sunrise you’ll ever see on the horizon behind Mawenzi.
You’ll probably be around Gilman’s Point (5685m) at this time so it’s time for a much needed breather before walking around the top of the crater rim, passing Stella Point and finally reaching Uhuru. Take some time to enjoy the views of the crater and glaciers then you’ll retrace your steps back to Kibo for breakfast and a rest. You’ll then descend back down to Horombo hut which will feel oxygen rich after the summit and a long nights sleep.

Elevation: 4714 M - 5895 M - 3721 M
Distance: 4 KM up - 14 KM down
Hours: 5 Hours up - 6 Hours down
Habitat: Arctic - Alpine desert.

Time: 8-10hrs
Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Accommodation: Horombo Hut Budget mountain hut located on Mt Kilimanjaro

Day 06: Horombo Hut to Marangu Gate

>> Our last day on the mountain will start after breakfast and thanking your crew it's time to head back down to the forest stopping for lunch at Mandara Hut and then on to Marangu gate. Your guide will arrange your certificates and our driver will meet you to transfer you to your hotel for a long hot shower and a celebration.

Elevation: 3721 M - 1905 M
Distance: 18 KM
Hours:5-7 hours
Habitat: Moorland