Overview
Embark on an eight-day adventure scaling the majestic heights of Mount Kilimanjaro via the Marangu Route, a renowned path offering stunning vistas and a diverse range of ecosystems. Beginning with a scenic drive to Marangu Gate, your journey unfolds through lush rainforests abundant with unique flora and fauna, gradually transitioning into moorlands as you ascend. Over the course of the trek, each day presents new challenges and breathtaking panoramas, from the otherworldly landscapes of the alpine desert to the dramatic glaciers crowning Kilimanjaro’s summit. Guided by experienced mountaineers, you’ll traverse through various campsites, including Mandara, Horombo, and Kibo Huts, acclimatizing to the altitude and soaking in the ever-changing terrain. As the air thins and the landscape becomes more rugged, your determination and camaraderie with fellow climbers propel you towards Uhuru Peak, the pinnacle of Africa, where the triumphant sunrise rewards your efforts with an unforgettable spectacle. A descent through the same route offers moments of reflection and celebration, concluding this extraordinary journey with a profound sense of achievement and memories to last a lifetime.
Day 1:
Arrive in Marangu
You will gather in the evening for a pre-climb briefing and an equipment check and also confirm that you
have the appropriate mandatory medical coverage and travel insurance.
Day 2:
Mandara Hut
After having your breakfast you will make a short journey from your hotel in Marangu to National Park
gate for the necessary formalities at the gate. You will start the climbs through fascinating tropical rain
forest and arriving the first hut at Mandara for dinner and overnight. An alternative is to simply rest and
relax in the beautiful forest around the camp. Marangu Gate to Mandara Hut (2,700 m): 5-6 hours
walking.
Day 3:
Horrombo Hut
Today the first part of the walk is a steep ascent through forest but the path soon opens out into
moorland and in clear weather, there are great views of Kibo and Mawenzi peaks. You will arrive at
Horombo Hut mid-afternoon where you can relax and enjoy the stunning scenery around the camp.
Mandara Hut to Horombo Hut (3,720 m): 4-6 hours walking.
Day 4:
Horrombo Hut
On this day you will walk towards the Mawenzi hut passing the Zebra Rocks, this extra day and night at
Horombo is for additional acclimatization. We recommend drinking enough water and walking slowly!
All meals for the day are provided at the Horrombo hut. Horombo hut to further improve our
acclimatization.
Day 5:
Kibo Hut
Today you climb very gradually towards the lunar desert of the Saddle between Mawenzi and Kibo.
These 6-7 hours walking will be taken at a slow pace until you reach Kibo Hut (4,700m), where we will
spend the night in a comfortable hut. There is no running water at Kibo Hut. The remainder of the day is
spent relaxing in preparation for the final ascent before a very early night. Horrombo Hut to Kibo Hut
(4,700 m.); 4-6 hours walking.
Day 6:
Kibo Hut to Summit to Horrombo Hut
Wake up before midnight in the cover of darkness. Begin a steep climb over loose volcanic scree has
some well-graded zig-zags and a slow but steady pace will take us to rim of the main crater, Gillman’s
5,685 m. You will rest there for few minutes to enjoy the sunrise over Mawenzi. Those who will be still
feeling good can continue slowly to make the three hour round trip from here along the crater rim to
Uhuru peak 5,895 m. which is the highest point in Africa. After a few minutes to appreciate your
accomplishment you descend to Kiko Hut is amazingly fast, and we stop at Kibo Hut for some
refreshment, we continue to descend to reach Horrombo Hut. Kibo Hut to Summit to Horombo Hut
(3,720 m.): 13-15 hours walking
Day 7:
Horrombo Hut
Today you will descend past Mandara hut to Marangu National Park, successful climbers will receive
their summit certificates. From here you will be transferred to Kilimanjaro Mountain Resort for dinner
and overnight. Horombo hut to Marangu Gate. (6-7 hours walking).
Day 8:
Depart
Depart from Marangu gate to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) or other destinations in Tanzania or
Kenya.
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