7 days Mt Kilimanjaro climbing via Marangu route

EAST AFRICA, Mt Kilimanjaro

Mt Kilimanjaro Climbing: 7 days Mt Kilimanjaro climbing via Marangu route Overview :

Name: 7 days Mt Kilimanjaro climbing via Marangu route
Duration: 7 Days

Marangu route is the easiest and shortest route, Kilimanjaro’s summit and is known as the “coca cola” or “tourist” route. Marangu route is the only route in Kilimanjaro with the comforts of solar powered sleeping huts and comfortable beds at every camp.

The huts are communal. There are beds at both Mandara and Kibo huts and 120 beds at Horombo hut. Bathrooms and running water are available at the two lower huts.

This route is usually done in 5 days, but you can do it in 6 days for better acclimatization. You can spend your extra day resting at Horombo or climbing to a basecamp below Kibo’s sub peak Mawenzi. Jamboree Africa Tours and Safaris (JATS) offers daily packages that will take you to this the highest mountain in Africa with our qualified guides potters and cooks who are fluent in English speaking guides.

The Marangu route is also the easiest route and so no technical skill is required for the climb. During the trek you will be using the mountain huts which are situated along the route, the huts have all the basic necessities needed during the stay. Note that the extra night can be added at Horombo Hut for acclimatization if needed at extra cost.

Check-in Time: 08:00

Check-out Time: 16:00

Budget Accommodation: Accommodation is in pitched tents.

Private tour: This is strictly a private safari.

Can start any day: If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.

Can be customized: You can request changes to this tour.

Suitable for single travelers: Single travelers can join this group tour.

Children policy: Children from the age of 1 year are allowed to participate under the supervision of a parent or guardian.

Minimum age: No minimum age for this tour

Airport transfer available: Kindly request for transfer fees depending on the airport.

7 DAYS MT. KILIMANJARO VIA MARANGU ROUTE

Arrival

  • You’ll be collected from the airport (or hotel).
  • We can arrange accommodation in Arusha or Nairobi at an extra cost.

Day 1: Nairobi – Arusha

After breakfast, we will pick you up from your Nairobi hotel and thereafter, depart for Arusha arriving in time for lunch. Spend the afternoon organising any gear you require for the trek.
Overnight at your Arusha hotel.

Day 2: Arusha – Mandara

After breakfast, drive to Moshi then on to the Marangu Park Gate, the set off point for your three hour hike to Mandara Hut in which you cover 9 km. Here, we are at 2,774m above sea level on your first overnight on Kilimanjaro.

Day 3: Mandara – Horombo

Begin your trek to Horombo hut in an average hiking time of 8 hours, lunch enroute. In clear weather Mawenzi and Kibo peaks can be seen.
Dinner and overnight at the hut, altitude 3,761m.

Day 4: Horombo – Kibo

After breakfast, hike 13 km to Kibo hut, 4,732 m above sea level in an average hiking time of 6 hours. You will now encounter spectacular mountain vegetation like lobelia, giant cactus and groundsel.

Day 5: Kibo – Horombo via Gilman’s Point and Uhuru Peak

Wake up at 02.00 a.m. for a pre-down attempt of the s
ummit. It takes 5 hours to Gilman’s Point 5,681 m above sea level. From Gilman’s it takes 1 hours to the summit Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa at 5,896 m above sea level. Descend to Horombo hut for overnight.

Day 6: Horombo – Arusha

After breakfast, descend to the Marangu Park Gate via Mandara. You will be transferred to your Arusha hotel for overnight.

Day 7: Arusha – Nairobi

After breakfast depart for Nairobi on the morning or afternoon shuttle.

HAVE A WONDERFUL SAFARI HOLIDAY – SEE YOU ON THE ROAD…….

PRICE FOR THIS TOUR IS ON THE RIGHT SIDE

KARIBU TENA!! ”WELCOME AGAIN”

List of Included items:

  • Accommodation
  • Meals
  • Transport
  • Window Seats
  • English Speaking Guide
  • Standard Safari Vehicle
  • Water
  • Park Fees
  • Taxes

List of Not Included items:

  • Airport Transfers
  • International Flights
  • Personal Expenses
  • Tips
  • Beverages
  • Alcohol
  • Climbing Gear
  • Laundry
  • Clothing

Mt Kilimanjaro climbing Safari (Per person – Low Season)

1 Pax = USD $2250

2 Pax = USD $2250

3 Pax = USD $2250

4 Pax = USD $2200

5 Pax = USD $2200

6 Pax = USD $2150

7 Pax = USD $2150

8 Pax = USD $2100

9 Pax = USD $2100

Mount Kilimanjaro climbing Safari (Per person – Mid Season)

1 Pax = USD $2250

2 Pax = USD $2250

3 Pax = USD $2250

4 Pax = USD $2200

5 Pax = USD $2200

6 Pax = USD $2150

7 Pax = USD $2150

8 Pax = USD $2100

9 Pax = USD $2100

Mount Kilimanjaro Tanzania climbing Safari (Per person – High Season)

1 Pax = USD $2250

2 Pax = USD $2250

3 Pax = USD $2250

4 Pax = USD $2200

5 Pax = USD $2200

6 Pax = USD $2150

7 Pax = USD $2150

8 Pax = USD $2100

9 Pax = USD $2100