Mount Kilimanjaro Trekking via Marangu route-6 days

Mount Kilimanjaro Trekking via Marangu route-6 days

The Marangu route is perhaps the easiest and most comfortable route to reach the summit of Mt Kilimanjaro. The route is well-developed and the climb is constant and moderate. Only the approach to the summit is the exception as it is slightly more demanding. The accommodation on this tour is in simple mountain huts, which might be an advantage compared to the camping routes.

Itinerary

Day 1: Kilimanjaro ( JRO ) Airport – Arusha

Stop At: Arusha Village Experience, Arusha Tanzania
Upon your arrival at Kilimanjaro Airport, you will be welcomed by our transfer driver and taken to the Jevas hotel of Arusha. The rest of the day will be at leisure and you can either relax at the hotel or explore the town of Arusha. In the evening you will attend a briefing in preparation of the upcoming trek. Overnight at Jevas hotel. Bed and Breakfast
Duration: 1 hour

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight at Jevas hotel or Similar

Day 2: Arusha – Marangu Gate (1,860 m) – Mandara hut (2,700 m)

Stop At: Mount Kilimanjaro, Kilimanjaro National Park 00255 Tanzania
After breakfast at the hotel you will be taken to the Kilimanjaro National Park gate (1,840 m). Once the necessary paper work has. Approximately 4 hours later, you will reach your destination for the day, the Mandara Hut. After a well-earned rest, your guide will take you to the Maundi Crater where you can enjoy wonderful views of the Kenyan interior. Evening meal and overnight stay at Mandara Hut (2,700 m). Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner
Duration: 4 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight Mandara hut

Day 3: Mandara Hut (2,700 m) – Horombo Hut (3,700 m)

Stop At: Mount Kilimanjaro, Kilimanjaro National Park 00255 Tanzania
The day begins with an early breakfast and shortly after you have left Mandara Hut, you will reach the treeline where vegetation changes to shrubs. Approximately 4 to 6 hours later, the Horombo Hut will come into sight at an altitude of about 3,700 m. From the hut you will have fantastic views overlooking Mawenzi, Kibo peak and the Masai steppe. Evening meal and overnight stay at the Horombo Hut. Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner
Duration: 6 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight Horombo hut

Day 4: Horombo Hut (3,700 m) – Kibo Hut (4,700 m)

Stop At: Mount Kilimanjaro, Kilimanjaro National Park 00255 Tanzania
Today’s stage is long and tough. The trail passes the “last waterpoint” which is followed by the so-called “saddle”. This nearly plantless plateau links the summit of Kibo with Mawenzi. Today’s destination is Kibo Hut and it should be reached in about 5 to 6 hours. Tonight is an early night to get enough rest, for you will be woken at approximately 23:00 h. Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner

Duration: 6 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight at Kibu hut

Day 5: Kibo Hut (4,700 m) – Uhuru Peak (5,895 m) – Horombo Hut (3,700 m)

Stop At: Mount Kilimanjaro, Kilimanjaro National Park 00255 Tanzania
Today is the “big day” – the summit stage. You will start in the middle of the night when the lava ash is still frozen and walking on it is easier.A warm meal awaits you and you can rest a while to regain your strength. After the 1 to 2 hour break, you will be on your way down to the Horombo Hut (3,700 m) where you will arrive in the afternoon. After an evening meal, it is early to bed for most. Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner
Duration: 6 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight at Horombo hut

Day 6: Horombo Hut (3,700 m) – Marangu Gate (1,860 m) – Arusha

Stop At: Arusha Village Experience, Arusha Tanzania
The last stage passes through the heather and moor zone to the Mandara Hut (2,700 m) where a cooked lunch awaits you. After saying goodbye to your mountain crew you will be taken back to the Jevas hotel. At the hotel you can have a warm shower and celebrate your success in reaching the summit of Mt Kilimanjaro: Bed; Breakfast
Duration: 5 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
No accommodation included on this day.