MARANGU ROUTE 5-6 DAYS
This is the oldest and most favored routes on Kilimanjaro. It is the most straightforward way on the mountain due to its progressive slope and direct path.It is the only route on Kilimanjaro as it has hut accommodations for the climbers making it popular among the tourists. Marangu Route, commonly known as the “Coca-Cola” or “Tourist route”, offers sleeping huts in dormitory-style accommodations. Because of its mild slope and direct approach, many people prefer Marangu as the simplest path on the mountain.
MARANGU ROUTE DESCRIPTION
Drive 2 hrs, from Arusha to Marangu Gate. From the gate Your will begin your Trek and covers about 7 Km (4 mi), 4 -5 hrs, Ascent 720m (2360 ft), Alt: 2700m (8860 ft) Dinner and overnight Mandara Hut.
Day two takes approximately 5-7 hours and covers a distance of 11Km (7 mi) Ascent 1020m (3300 ft), Alt 3720m (12,140 ft). Dinner and overnight Horombo Hut
Day three of the Marangu Route is long and tough, Trek covers about 10km (6 mi),
for about 5 -7hours, Ascent 1106m (3300 ft) Alt: 4,800m (15,750 ft) Dinner and overnight Kibo Hut
Passing the Hans Meyer Cave at 5220m, the climb slowly but surely goes upwards. At dawn, you’ll reach Gillman’s Point (5681m) the crater rim of Kilimanjaro where the sun will gradually begin to warm up the arrive. You’ll have soon forgotten the cold of the night and after a further hike of 1-2 hours, you may reach Uhuru Peak at 5895m.
Descend from Horombo Hut to Marangu Gate the trek covers about 18km, the Descend is about 1740m (5700 ft) high. After complete all formalities the its the time to say goodbye.
Price includes:
- Transfers to/ from the gate.
- Park fees and Guide fees
- Rescue fees
- Meals, tea and coffee
- Hut/camping fees.
Price excludes:
- Tips drinks
- Climbing gears
- Sleeping bags
- And all items of personal use.
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