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5 days Kilimanjaro climb itinerary on Marangu route

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5 days Marangu route Kilimanjaro climb overview

5 days Kilimanjaro climb itinerary on the Marangu route is made for travelers who want to take a tour of Mount Kilimanjaro in a short time. On this Kilimanjaro climbing route, accommodations include Marangu Kilimanjaro Huts. The first day of our five-day Marangu route itinerary begins at Marangu Gate and ends at Mandara Hut. The following days will go according to our 5 days Marangu route itinerary.

You may reach us directly to inquire about Marangu route 5 days by emailing walmarttours33@gmail.com or using the WhatsApp number +255 764 415 889 on Kilimanjaro climbing tour. If you choose to use the Marangu route to climb Mount Kilimanjaro, we advise you to do it over six days rather than five because it has a significantly higher success rate for reaching the peak of the mountain. Your chances of reaching the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro are improved the longer you stay on the mountain acclimatizing.

5 days Marangu route Kilimanjaro climb itinerary

Day 1 : Marangu Gate to Mandara Hut

  • Elevation: 5,500 ft / 1,700 m to 9,000 ft / 2,740 m
  • Distance: 7 km
  • Time: 4-5 hours
  • Climatic Zone: Montane Forest
  • Meals: L, D

Hut: Mandara Hut
After breakfast and briefing, drive to the Kilimanjaro National Park Gate (45 minutes), register and commence the climb. Walk through the rainforest to the Mandara encampment. A side trip to Maundi Crater is a good way to see the surroundings Northern Tanzania and Kenya. In the rainforest, look for towering Eucalyptus trees, bird life, and Colobus monkeys.

Day 2 : Mandara Hut to Horombo Hut

  • Elevation: 9,000 ft / 2,700 m to 12,100 ft / 3,700 m
  • Distance: 11 km
  • Time: 6-8 hours
  • Climatic Zone: Heathland/ Moorland
  • Meals: B, L, D
  • Hut: Horombo Hut

You leave the glades of the rainforest and follow an ascending path on the open moorlands to the Horombo encampment. Views of Mawenzi and the summit of Kibo are amazing. Look for giant lobelias and grounsels. You may begin to feel the effects of the altitude.

Day 3 : Horombo Hut to Kibo Hut

  • Elevation: 12,100 ft / 3,700 m to 15,400 ft / 4,700 m
  • Distance: 10 km
  • Time 6-8 hours
  • Climatic Zone: Alpine Desert
  • Meals: B, L, D
  • Hut: Kibo Hut

Ascending, we now pass the last watering point, walking into the saddle of Kilimanjaro between the peaks of Kibo and Mawenzi. Vegetation begins with upper heathland but then disappears into “moonscape”. Dinner, rest, and prepare for summit climb.

Day 4 : Kibo Hut to Summit then Horombo Hut

  • Elevation: 15,400 ft / 4,700 m to 19,300 ft / 5,895 m 19,300 ft / 5,895 m to 12,100 ft / 3,700 m
  • Distance: 4 km up / 14 km down
  • Time: 10-15 hours
  • Climatic Zone: Alpine Desert
  • Meals: B, L, D
  • Hut: Horombo Camp

Very early in the morning (midnight to 2am), commence the climb to the summit on steep and heavy scree or snow up to Gilman’s point located on the crater rim. Continuing, we now ascend to Uhuru Peak, which is the highest point in Africa. There are unbelievable views at every turn. Have your picture taken at the summit to show your friends and family. From here we descend, stopping for lunch and a rest at Kibo before continuing on to the Horombo encampment.

The beginning of this climb is done in the dark and requires headlamps or flashlights. It will be very cold until you start descending, so you will need all of your warm layers. This is by far the most difficult part of the trek with many switchbacks. Going slowly “pole pole” and an optimistic attitude will get you there!

Day 5 : Horombo Hut to Moshi

Elevation: 12,100 ft / 3,700 m to 5,500 ft / 1,700 m
Distance: 18km
Time: 5-7 hours
Meals: B

After breakfast, a steady descent takes us down through moorland to the Mandara Hut. Continue descending through lush forest path to the National Park gate at Marangu. At lower heights, it can be wet and muddy. Gaiters and trekking poles will help. Shorts and t-shirts will probably be plenty to wear (keep rain gear and warmer clothing handy). A vehicle will meet you at Marangu gate to drive you back to your hotel in Moshi. Don’t forget to tip your guides and porters. It is time for celebration!

Included

    Park fees
    Hut fees
    Rescue fees
    Transportation to & from the mountain gate
    Professional mountain guides, cooks and porters

Not Included

    Both National and International flights
    Medical insurance
    Tips to mountain crew
    Items of a personal nature
    Laundry Services
    A doctor for the group
    Alcoholic beverages

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