The best classic 5-day tour to Mount Kilimanjaro via the Marangu Route costs between $1,500 and $2,500 per climber and starts from Arusha at 6:00 a.m. or Moshi at 8:00 a.m. This 5-day tour offers the chance to explore Mount Kilimanjaro, the tallest mountain at about 5895 meters (1941 feet) and the largest free-standing mountain in the world. This 5-day Marangu route is the best, most well-established, oldest, and shorter route to the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro, which has three volcanic cones, namely Mawenzi, Shira, and Kibo. This best Marangu route is often crowded if you want to climb with company and share sleep arrangements with other groups. It offers hut accommodations where you sleep on beds with mattresses. This 5-day Marangu Route is a better choice and is usually done in 5 days (the shortest route to the summit), but can be done in 6 days for better acclimatization.
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After a hearty breakfast, your adventure begins as a driver takes you to Kilimanjaro National Park, about a 45-minute drive. The journey offers glimpses of local communities and stunning landscapes. As you enter the park, excitement builds. The hike to Mandara Hut starts at the park gate (1,700m) and takes you through lush rainforests, where you might spot some unique wildlife and exotic plants. The trek is a moderate introduction to the climb, covering around 5–6 hours of hiking, with the reward of reaching Mandara Hut (2,740 m), nestled in a scenic clearing.
After a restful night's sleep and a nutritious breakfast, you leave the rainforest behind and emerge onto the moorland. The trek to Horombo Hut (3,700m) is characterized by a change in vegetation and terrain. The hike typically takes around 6–8 hours. This leg of the journey offers panoramic views of the surrounding landscape and a sense of increasing altitude. The warm and comfortable Horombo Hut welcomes you for the night, providing a chance to acclimatize further.
After a hearty breakfast, you continue your ascent towards Kibo Hut (4,700m). The trek takes you through the alpine desert, a stark yet breathtaking environment. The path leads across vast expanses with surreal views of the mountain's upper slopes. As you arrive at Kibo Hut, situated at the base of the Kibo crater wall, you'll have a chance to rest and prepare for the summit push. This day's hike lasts about 6–8 hours.
Setting off early, around 2 AM, you begin the challenging final push to the summit, Uhuru Peak (5,895m). This is a night of perseverance and endurance as you navigate the switchbacks and zigzags on the steep scree. As dawn breaks, you'll experience the awe-inspiring sight of the rising sun casting its light over the vast African landscape from the highest point in Africa. After celebrating your achievement, you'll descend back to Kibo Hut for some rest and refreshments before proceeding to Horombo Hut (3,700m) to spend the night.
Your final day on the mountain begins with a nutritious breakfast. The descent retraces your steps through the rainforest, and you'll stop at Mandara Hut for lunch. As you continue downward, the air becomes warmer and the vegetation becomes more familiar. Reaching Marangu Gate (1,700m), you'll bid farewell to the mountain and its challenges but carry the memories of an incredible journey. A transfer will take you back to Moshi for a well-deserved rest and celebration.
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| Office In: | Tanzania |
| City: | Moshi |
| Since: | 2008 » (16) Years of Experience. |
| Size: | 10 - Employees |
Best 5 Days Kilimanjaro Climb
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