6-day Kilimanjaro Climbing Marangu Route

6-day Kilimanjaro Climbing Marangu Route

Visit the largest mountain in Africa and the free-standing mountain in the world with 5895 meters (19341 feet), and experience the awe-inspiring beauty of Kilimanjaro, a natural wonder that has captured the hearts of adventurers.

This 6-day Kilimanjaro climbing expedition offers a more gradual ascent with additional acclimatization time, increasing the chances of reaching the summit of Africa's highest peak while allowing trekkers to savor the diverse landscapes, from lush rainforests to alpine desolation, that make it an unforgettable adventure.

The 6-day Marangu Route is a less strenuous option known as the "Coca-Cola" route, offering comfortable hut accommodations while ascending Africa's tallest peak. allowing climbers to enjoy the camaraderie of fellow trekkers and the mesmerizing vistas of Kilimanjaro's ever-changing terrain.

The 6-day Kilimanjaro-Climbing Marangu Route is a scenic and demanding trek that offers a quicker ascent to the summit for experienced hikers.

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Important Information

  • This tour is offered by [ Rwanda Natural Tours ], not SafariDuka.
  • In terms of itinerary changes the advertised price may also change.
  • Rwanda Natural Tours has the right to change prices and other content of this tour without any prior notice.
  • If the listed accommodation is full booked during your travel dates, the operator will suggest the alternative accommodation.

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Day 1: Marangu Gate to Mandara Hut

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Setting out from Moshi, embark on a brief one-hour journey, passing through the charming Marangu Village before reaching the entrance gate of Kilimanjaro National Park. As we await the issuance of permits, immerse yourself in the lively preparations of various crews gearing up for their impending adventure. Traverse the lush rainforest, where your knowledgeable guide will unveil tales of indigenous flora, fauna, and wildlife, all amidst the meandering and occasionally slick trails of this lower elevation; consider equipping gaiters and trekking poles for a smoother trekking experience.

Acommodation: Mandara Hut

Day 2: Mandara Hut to Horombo Hut

02

Following a restful night's sleep and a nourishing breakfast, we exit the rainforest, ascending through heathland, seeking the towering giant lobelias and grounds that grace our path. Further ascent leads us to expansive moorlands, where diminutive shrubs dominate the landscape. Midway, we pause for lunch, savoring the breathtaking vistas of Mawenzi, and later in the afternoon, we reach the Horombo Huts nestled beneath the awe-inspiring vantage point of Kibo Summit, where temperatures begin to steadily decline.

Acommodation: Horombo Hut

Day 3: Horombo Hut to Kibo Hut and back to Horombo Hut

03

Extend your sojourn at Horombo for an additional day and night, offering a choice to luxuriate within the huts' confines or embark on an invigorating trek to Mawenzi base camp before retracing your steps to Horombo Huts. This supplementary day aids acclimatization while deepening your grasp of the mountain's atmospheric nuances and elevational challenges. Following this interlude, you will ascend to Kibo Huts on your fourth day, priming for the midnight launch towards the summit.

Acommodation: Horombo Hut

Day 4: Horombo Hut to Kibo

04

After breakfast, our journey persists through the diminishing heathland, transitioning into an otherworldly moonscape as we traverse the expansive saddle linking Mawenzi and Kibo. Here, as we pause for a midday reprieve and subsequently traverse this unexpectedly vast expanse, you'll have the opportunity to scrutinize the impending summit ascent up Kibo, poised to commence within mere hours.

Acommodation: Kibo Hut

Day 5: Kibo Hut to Summit then to Horombo Hut

05

On this monumental day, you will commence on a predawn odyssey from Kibo Hut, ascending the daunting slopes of Kilimanjaro under the tapestry of a star-studded sky. As the sun paints the horizon, you'll reach the summit, Uhuru Peak, standing atop Africa's highest point, before retracing your steps to Horombo Hut, a triumphant descent through the alpine wilderness that crowns your epic Kilimanjaro adventure.

Acommodation: Horombo Hut

Day 6: Horombo Hut to Marangu Gate to Moshi

06

Following a heartfelt morning ritual of gratitude and camaraderie with your dedicated crew, it's time to bid farewell, beginning the descent and pausing at Mandara Huts for a well-deserved lunch. As you leave your guides, cooks, and porters with tokens of appreciation, you make your way back to Marangu Park Gate, where you will proudly collect your summit certificates. The journey down entails a shift to warmer climes, navigating through wet, muddy, and steep terrain, warranting the use of gaiters and trekking poles. Upon reaching the gate, a waiting vehicle will transport you to your Moshi hotel, ushering in the joys of a long-awaited hot shower, a hearty dinner, and celebratory revelry.

Acommodation: Moshi

Important Information

  • This tour is offered by [ Rwanda Natural Tours ], not SafariDuka.
  • In terms of itinerary changes the advertised price may also change.
  • Rwanda Natural Tours has the right to change prices and other content of this tour without any prior notice.
  • If the listed accommodation is full booked during your travel dates, the operator will suggest the alternative accommodation.

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$1,300 pp

Inclusions

  • park fees
  • breakfast lunches and dinners
  • Environmental Conservation fees
  • park fees
  • breakfast lunches and dinners
  • Environmental Conservation fees
Rwanda Natural Tours

Rwanda Natural Tours

Office In: Tanzania
City: Moshi
Since: 2008 » (16) Years of Experience.
Size: 10 - Employees

$1,300pp

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6-day Kilimanjaro Climbing Marangu Route


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