7 Days Kilimanjaro Climbing Marangu Route
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7 Days Kilimanjaro Climbing Marangu Route
Marangu route approaches Kilimanjaro from the southeast. It is the oldest, most well-established route and believed to be the easiest path on the mountain, given its gradual slope and direct path. Marangu is the only route which offers sleeping huts in dormitory style accommodations and the only route for ascending and descending. Climbers are supplied with mattresses and pillows. The huts have dining halls and basic washrooms, ranging from flushing toilets and running water at the lower huts to long drop toilets and buckets of water at Kibo Hut; Also available for consumption of soft drinks, bottled water, and beer. The minimum days required for this route is five, although the probability of successfully reaching the top in that time period is quite low. Spending an extra acclimatization day on the mountain is highly recommended, 6 days otherwise Marangu route has the least scenic variety of all routes (ascent and descent are done on the same path) and is one of the crowded for that reason.
Pricing
- Day 1
Arrival
Accommodation
Lindrin Lodge
One of our guides will welcome you at Kilimanjaro International Airport and drive to Lindrin lodge in Moshi, where you will be able to refresh and prepare for your trek experience.
Meal Plan:
BreakfastTravel Time:
45min drive from Kilimanjaro International Airport to Moshi
- Day 2
Moshi to Marangu Gate to Mandara Hut
We will pick you up from your accommodation in Arusha at 0800 and depart for the Marangu Gate. After registration clearance, your climb will commence at 1,720 meters to Mandara Hut (2,700 meters) through the rain forest. This will take about 3 hours; however, it is important to take your time as acclimatization begins from the gate. You will have dinner and overnight at Mandara Hut.
Meal Plan:
Lunch & Dinner
- Day 3
Mandara Hut to Horombo Hut
After breakfast, you will gradually ascend via Maundi Crater (upper route) to Horombo hut, at 3,720 meters. This climb takes you out of the forest and through open moorland and forest and takes about 4-5 hours. You will have dinner and overnight at Horombo Hut (Tourist Village).
Meal Plan:
Breakfast, Lunch, & Dinner
- Day 4
Acclimatization at Horombo Hut
This is an acclimatizing day to hike at higher altitude, perhaps top view Kibo and Mawenzi Peaks during the day, returning to Horombo Hut for meals and overnight.
Meal Plan:
Breakfast, Lunch, & Dinner
- Day 5
Horombo Hut to Kibo Hut
After a good rest, resume your climb. A bit of the mountain peak can be seen while walking through the alpine desert on the way to Kibo Hut, at 4,703 meters. Kibo Hut, where you will have dinner and overnight is reached after a 5-6 hour walk.
Meal Plan:
Breakfast, Lunch, & Dinner
- Day 6
Acclimatization at Kibu Hut
You have a second acclimatization day today at Kibo, with a morning hike to Hans Meyer Cave, the half-way point to Gillman’s Point at 5,150 M. Return to Kibo for lunch and resting.
Meal Plan:
Breakfast, Lunch, & Dinner
- Day 7
Summit Attempt to Horombo
You will be awakened just after midnight to begin your ascent to Uhuru Peak (5,895 meters). This is a 5-hour walk. You will then descend back to Kibo hut and continue your descent to Horombo Hut where you will have dinner and overnight.
Meal Plan:
Breakfast, Lunch, & Dinner
- Day 8
Horombo to Marangu Gate to your Accommodation
After breakfast, a simple descent remains to reach the Marangu Gate where you will be awarded your Summit Certificate before transferring back to your accommodation in Moshi.
Meal Plan:
Breakfast & Lunch
Included
- Airport Transfer
- Accommodation Before and After Trek
- VAT
- Flying Doctor
- All Park, Hut, and Rescue Fees
- Transport Between Moshi and Gates at Start and Finish of Climb
- Services of Licensed, Experienced, English-Speaking Mountain Guide
- Licensed Assistant Guide for Groups of Two or More People
- Porters
- Cook
- Three Meals a Day Provided: Full breakfasts with options such as eggs, sausage, toast or pancakes, hot cereal, fruit, and juice, tea or coffee; Lunches (sometimes packed, sometimes hot, varying daily); Dinners including meat dishes (beef, chicken, or fish), fresh vegetable dishes, pasta, rice, potatoes, homemade soups, fresh fruits, desserts, juice, tea, and coffee
- Camping Gear (tents, mountain mats; you may also use your own if you wish)
Excluded
- Soft Drinks
- Alcohol or Tips for Guide and Porters
- Required Nalgene Bottles or Camelbacks for Water
- Personal Gear or Clothing for the Climb (not provided but available for hire)
- Additional Transfers Back to Hotel for Anyone Descending Early (not included)
- Extra Expenses Incurred
- Delivery of Baggage Arriving Late (brought to mountain after climb has commenced)
- Tips for porters ($10 - $15 per porter per day). One porter is your cook and usually receives a bit more.
- Tips for the guides ($20 - $25 per person per day or a group amount)
