KILIMANJARO / TREKKING & CLIMBING 5 DAYS MARANGU ROUTE
KILIMANJARO / TREKKING & CLIMBING 5 DAYS MARANGU ROUTE
5 Days Starting and ending in Moshi, Tanzania
Visiting: Marangu Gate, Mandara Huts, Horombo Huts, Kibo Huts, Uhuru Peak, Moshi Tanzania
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Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
2 - 30
Age range:
14-72
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians, Vegans, vegetables and fruits
Tour operated in:
English , SpanishTrip Styles:
Adventure Tours, Budget, Camping, Luxury, Walking Hiking and Trekking
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Tour Overview
THE SHORT HISTORY OF MARANGU ROUTE The Marangu Route is also known as the "Coca Cola" or "tourist" route. It is the easiest and shortest route to the summit. This is also the only route with the comforts of sleeping huts at every camp site with solar lights and comfortable beds. The huts are communal, and the bunks have a sponge mattress and pillow. There are 60 beds at both Mandara and Kibo Huts and 120 beds at I lorombo llut. Bathrooms and running water are available at the two lower huts. Mens' and ladies' latrines are available at the last camp but are very basic. All climbing groups, often from several countries around the world, share meals in dining huts providing a jovial and energetic atmosphere. Soft drinks, bottled water, and beer may be for sale at the huts. Bring small Tanzanian bills to purchase these items (prices increase with elevation). This route is usually done on 5 days but can be done in 6 days or 7 days for better acclimatization. The extra day can be spent resting at Horombo or climbing the small peak of Mawenzi.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Moshi Town To Marangu Gate
Location: Marangu Gate
Meals Included: Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast we will go to Marangu gate. 40 minutes from moshi town
Day 1 : Marangu Gate To Mandara Huts
Location: Mandara Huts, Marangu Gate
Accommodation Name: Mandara hut
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, TEA & POPCON
Day 1: To Mandara Hut
1700m to 2740m
5500ft to 9000ft
7 km, 4-5 hours
Montane Forest
After breakfast and briefing, drive to the Kilimanjaro National Park Gate (45 minutes), register and commence the climb. Walk through the rainforest to the Mandara encampment located at 9000 ft / 2740 m. A side trip to Maundi Crater is a good way to see the surroundings including Northern Tanzania and Kenya. In the rainforest, look for towering Eucalyptus trees, bird life, and Colubus monkeys.
Day 2 : Mandara Hut To Horombo Huts
Location: Horombo Huts
Accommodation Name: Horombo huts
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, TEA & POPCON
OPTIONAL DAY
(Acclimatization Day)
2720m to 3720m
9000ft to 12, IOOft
11 km, 6-8 hours
Heath land
After about I hour, you will leave the glades of the rainforest and follow an ascending path on the open moorlands to the Horombo encampment. Views Of Mawenzi and the summit of Kibo are amazing. Look for giant lobelias and grounsels. You will start to feel the affects of the altitude.
If you wish to extend you trek, here you can spend an extra day resting at Horombo or climbing the small peak of Mawenzi.
Day 2 :
Location: Horombo Huts
Day 3 : Horombo Huts To Kibo Hts
Location: Horombo Huts
Accommodation Name: KIBO huts
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Tea
3720m to 4720m
12,100ft to 15,400ft
10 km, 6-8 hours
Alpine Desert
Ascending, we now pass the last watering point, walking onto the saddle of Kilimanjaro between the peaks of Kibo and Mawenzi. Vegetation begins with upper heath land but then disappears into "moonscape". Dinner, rest, and prepare for summit climb.
Day 3 : Summit And Kibo Hut
Location: Kibo Huts
Accommodation Name: Horombo huts
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Tea
4720m to 5895m
(and down to 3700m)
15,400ftt0 19,300ft (and down to 12, 100ft)
4 km up / 14 km down
10-15 hours
Alpine Desert
Very early in the morning (midnight to 2am), commence the climb to the summit on steep and heavy scree or snow up to Gilman's point located on the crater rim at 18640 ft/ 5861 m (4-7 hours). Continuing, we now ascend to Uhuru Peak, which is the highest point in Africa: 19340 ft/ 5895 m (1-2 hours). Unbelievable views at every turn. Get your picture taken at the summit to show your friends. From here, we now descend, stopping for lunch and a rest at Kibo before continuing on to the Horombo encampment for dinner and a tired but happy overnight (1-2 hours).
Day 4 :
Location: Uhuru Peak
Day 4 :
Location: Horombo Huts
Day 5 :
Location: Marangu Gate
Day 5 :
Location: Moshi, Tanzania
What's Included
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1 bottle of Mineral Water per person per day
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1 bottle of Mineral Water per person per day
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Accommodation
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1 bottle of Mineral Water per person per day
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1 bottle of Mineral Water per person per day
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1 bottle of Mineral Water per person per day
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1 bottle of Mineral Water per person per day
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1 bottle of Mineral Water per person per day
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1 bottle of Mineral Water per person per day
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Airport Transfers at Destination
What's Not Included
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Country Entry Visas
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All Domestic Transportation (including internal flights)
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International Travel
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Train Tickets
Check out our Q&As
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Will there be an escort accompanying this tour?
SOME TIME
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Are all entrance fees included in the price?
YES
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What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?
LUXURY & SEM LUXURY
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Is there a limit to luggage that can be brought on the tour?
NO
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What is the tipping policy?
Is recommended 180 $ or more
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Are children permitted to take part in the tour?
NO
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What will the transportation be like?
It depends on the cliants
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Do you require a visa for this holiday?
YES
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What happens if a group doesn’t make its minimum required number of passengers?
We will do it for those who arrived.
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What is the fitness level required to do this tour?
GOOD HEALTH
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Are airport transfers included in this tour?
YES
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Can you assist with pre or post tour accommodation?
YES
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Is there a supplement for solo travellers?
NO
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Will passengers from another country be participating in the tour?
YES
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Are all the relevant entry visa’s included in the price of the tour?
NO
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Are flights included in this tour?
NO
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There is food for non vegetarians
YES
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
YES
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Are vaccinations required for this tour?
YES
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Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?
YES
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Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?
YES
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What is the maximum group size?
40
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Company Instant Book
YES
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What currencies are required for this tour?
DOLLAR
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Is free Wi-Fi available in the accommodation used?
YES
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
ITENARY, HOTEL BOOKING,type of travel
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
we can discuss with the client even after stating tour
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Am I contributing to any charity by booking the tour?
YES
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What a great time for a trip
January ,february, june ,julay, agust,september, november , december.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
YES
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
DRIVER GUIDE/ COOK
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
YES
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How long has the tour company been trading?
4 years
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
NO
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
COVID-19 Information Dear costumes! African holiday safari We like to let you know that your safety and well being are important to our company. We are remanding you about the situation related to COVID 19 in Tanzania and we read to share update with you. It has been good to visit Tanzania , African holiday safari are assure to you that we will be careful about your health condition because we hav
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
You can change due to your flight schedule.
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African holiday safari We like to let you know that your safety and well being are important to our company. We are remanding you about the situation related to COVID 19 in Tanzania and we read to share update with you. It has been good to visit Tanzania , African holiday safari are assure to you that we will be careful about your health condition because we have vaccinated stuff.
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