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Overview of 7 Days mountain Kilimanjaro Climb 

This 7 Days Mountain Kilimanjaro Climb Marangu Route is Known as the “Coca-Cola” route, the Marangu route is a classic trek on Mount Kilimanjaro. It is the oldest, most well-established route. Many favor the Marangu route because it is considered to be the easiest path on the mountain, given its gradual slope. It is also the only route which offers sleeping huts in dormitory style accommodations. 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 when climbing Kilimanjaro using the Marangu route. However, despite its immense popularity, we avoid leading climbs on the Marangu route. The route has the least scenic variety of all the routes because the ascent and descent are done on the same path and it is the most crowded route for that reason. Marangu is favored only during the rainy season where the hut accommodations are preferred.

Itinerary details

Day 01: Arrival in Tanzania and transfer to hotel in mosh town

You will be picked up by mond safaris at the Kilimanjaro International Airport and transferred to your hotel in Moshi town and brief you on the mountain Kilimanjaro Climb and do an equipment check to make sure you have all the necessary mountain gear. The missing gear can be rented on this day.
Meals: All meals

Day 02: Marangu gate (1700m) – Mandara Hut 2740m – (5,500ft to 9,000ft)

On this day of 7 Days mountain Kilimanjaro Climb , After breakfast and briefing, drive to the Marangu village and proceed to Kilimanjaro National Park Gate (45 minutes), register at Kilimanjaro National Park Authority offices and commence the climb. Walk through the rainforest to the Mandara hut located at 9,000 ft / 2,740 m. A side trip to Maundi Crater is a
good way to see the surroundings including Northern Tanzania.
Distance covered: 8.3km / 5.2mi
Approx. time taken: 5 hours
Meals: All meals

Day 03: Mandara Hut (2,740m) – Horombo Hut (3700m) – (9,000ft to 12,100ft)

In the morning around 8:30 a.m after breakfast starting trekking to Horombo hut. After about 1 hour, you will leave the glades of the rainforest and follow an ascending path on the open moorlands to the Horombo hut. The view of Kibo summit and Mawenzi are both stunning and shinning in clear days. In most cases giant lobelias and grounsels are found on your way. Horombo hut is a point where most of the climbers uses it for acclimatization whereby they spend an extra day. Spending an extra day gives a wide change for successful summit to the roof of Africa.
Distance covered: 12.5km / 7.8mi
Approx. time taken: 9 hours
Meals: All meals

 

Day 04: Horombo Hut (3700m) – Kibo Hut (4700m) – (12,100ft to 15,400ft)

In the morning after breakfast the trek will take us to the last watering point, walking onto the saddle of Kilimanjaro between the peaks of Kibo and Mawenzi. Vegetation begins with upper heartland but then disappears into desert like structure. At Kibo you will have your dinner, take a nap and at the middle of
the night around 23:30 hour prepare for summit climb.
Distance covered: 9.5km / 5.9mi
Approx. time taken: 7 hours
Meals: All meals

Day 05: Kibo Hut (4,750m/15,580ft) to Summit (5,895m/19,340ft) to Horombo Hut (3,720m/12,200ft)

Elevation Gain: 1,145 meters, 3,760 feet
Elevation Loss: 2,175 meters, 7,140 feet
Around midnight, awake for the final ascent to Uhuru Peak, the roof of Africa. The hike begins with a demanding five hour hike to Gillman’s Point on the crater rim. Although this is considered to be the easiest of the three crater ascent paths, it is still extremely difficult. The first major rest stop, William’s Point, lies at 5000 meters and is approximately a two hour hike Kibo Hut. Continue on for thirty minutes before beginning the rocky switchbacks that will continue to Gillman’s Point (5,681 meters). The hike from Gilman’s to Uhuru Peak is a gradual climb and as far as hikes go, not very difficult. The altitude, however, makes the hike long and tiring. The crater rim hike takes approximately two hours. Upon
reaching Uhuru, take photos of your guide and group at the peak before beginning the descent to Horombo Hut. On the way down from the summit, you will see all of the magnificent views you could not see on the way up. Stop for a short break and snacks at Kibo Hut before continuing on to Horombo Hut. Reach Horombo Hut in the afternoon and enjoy your last night on the mountain.
Distance covered: 22km / 13.7mi
Approx. time taken: 12 – 15 hours
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included

 

Day 6: Horombo Hut (3,720m/12,200ft) to Marangu Gate (1,800m/5,905ft)

Elevation Loss: 1,920 meters, 6,295 feet
After breakfast, finish the trek with a descent to Marangu Gate. Your last hike on Kilimanjaro is a beautiful one, passing through Kilimanjaro’s cloud forest. Watch your step during the descent, as the trail can be slippery. Mond safaris vehicles  will be waiting at Marangu Gate to take you back to Moshi.

Distance covered: 20.8km / 12.9mi
Approx. time taken: 8 hours
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included

Day 7: Departure day
The day is left free to wind down after the trek before your flight home. Depending on flight times you could go and explore Moshi town and grab some souvenirs before heading to the airport.

Meals: Breakfast Included

 

Note: Safari, Zanzibar and other add-ons are available if you wish to continue exploring Tanzania.

INCLUDED IN THE PACKAGE

-Private transport to and from Kilimanjaro International Airport
– 2 nights of accommodation in Moshi on with all meals. (WERUWRU RIVER
LODGE OR PARK VIEW HOTEL)
-Transportation to & from the Kilimanjaro gate
-Park entry fees,
-Camping fees
-Crater fee (if any)
– Team Kilimanjaro Rescue fees
-18% VAT on tour fees & and services
-4 Season mountain tents
-Double layered Sleeping Mats 4 inches (10cm) thick
-Friendly and professional mountain guides, cook and porters
-3 meals daily while on the mountain
-Enough treated & filtered drinking water throughout the trek
-Hot water for washing
-Fair wages for the mountain crew as approved by the Kilimanjaro National Park
Authority (KINAPA), Kilimanjaro Association of Tour Operators (KIATO)
-Government taxes
-Portable oxygen tanks
-Ox meter
– Emergency first-aid kit
-Stethoscope
– Portable flush toilet with a toilet and tent
-Mountain climbing certificates

 

EXCLUDED IN THE PACKAGE

-Drinks at your hotel before and after climb.
-Travel insurance
-Flights
-Travel insurance
-Laundry (Available at hotel)
-Personal items and toiletries
-Tips for guides, porters and cook

 

 

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