6 days kilimanjaro marangu route

6 DAYS KILIMANJARO - MARANGU ROUTE

Marangu Route Description

Also known as the (Coca Cola route) – the Marangu route is one of the most popular routes leading to the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro. Many hikers believe that the Marangu route is the easiest route to Uhuru peak, since it is the only route which can be hiked in 5 days (making it the cheapest option). It is also the only route offering accommodation on the mountain, in A-frame huts.

It is unfortunately a well-known fact, that the 5 day Marangu route has one of the lowest summit success rates of all the routes up mountain. If you choose the Marangu route, we strongly recommend hiking the route over 6 days, to increase your chance to reach the summit successfully. This is the only route, which provides comfortable communal sleeping huts, equipped with beds and mattresses at every overnight site. The Marangu route utilizes the same route for the ascend and descend.

Route Highlights

  • First night in a beautiful lodge with breathtaking views of the Mount Meru (additional night for better acclimatization on request)
  • During the ascent in tents
  • All camping gear (except sleeping bag and ISO mat) will be provided
  • In the dry months of December to February and again between June and October
  • In November, daily rainfall and cloudy views are common
  • Not recommended during the April and May rainy season
  • For all climbers and outdoor enthusiasts
  • Also possible for families traveling with children (minimum age 12 years, recommended age 14 years and older)
  • starting at Kilimanjaro airport and ending with a transfer after the descent
  • Additional night after the descent
  • Can easily be combined with a short safari or beach holiday this private safari can be adapted to your wishes at any time.
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Itinerary

  • Day 1

    Marangu Gate (1800m) – Mandara hut
    (2700m) Hiking time 4-4.5 hours.

    After breakfast transport to the Marangu Gate. From the gate is still at a wide, well-marked footpath through the rain forest. Later right on a back and fern stocks clearings to Mandara Hut.
    Tip: From the Mandara hut, is worth an afternoon stroll to Maundi crater (about 20 minutes). Excellent views to the east on the cloud forest zone.

  • Day 2

    Mandara hut (2700m) – Horombo hut
    (3720 m) Walking time 6-7 hours.

    At the beginning of a short steep section through the foothills of the cloud forest. Slightly ascending through heather and moorland to Horombo Hut. The increase is far, but not steep and therefore not particularly strenuous, you can see it from that one already moves at an altitude of 3000 to 4000 m.

  • Day 3

    Acclimatization at Horombo Hut (3720 m)

    Recommendable is a short hike to the so-called “sleep cant” – this contributes to better altitude acclimatization at. Object is: Zebra Rock (about 3980 m, 1 hour) or East lava hill at the foot of Mawenzi.

  • Day 4

    Horombo hut (3720 m) – Kibo hut (4700 m) Walking time 6-7 hours.

    Two paths to choose: the right way is arduous, but results close up to the Mawenzi. The convenient variant is left up first, on swampy, senescing crowing slopes to the last water point From a Lava back short descent into the Kibo Desert. Top left you can see the Kibo Hut. From here about an hour to the hut.

  • Day 5

    Summit: Kibo Hut (4700 m) – Gillman’s Point (5,685 m) – Uhuru Peak (5895m) – Horombo hut (3720 m)

    walking time Kibo Hut – Gillman’s Point: 4-6 hours. Gillman’s Point – Uhuru Peak: 1-2 hours Uhuru Peak – Gillman’s Point: 1 hour Gillman’s Point – Kibo Hut: about 1.5 hours Kibo-hut – Horombo Hut: 2, 5-4 hours.

    The march is usually between midnight to 2.00 0clock, so that you can experience the sunrise at Gillman’s Point. The road leads into increasingly steep switchbacks to the Hans Meyer Cave (about 2.5 hours), continue to the crater rim with stunning views to the stage glacier, then a short distance up to Gillman’s Point. Here is the final destination for many Kibo aspirants. For those who really want to stand at the highest point in Africa, the route via Stella Point and the remains of Ratzel- and Rebmann Glacier to the Hans Meyer Point and further leads to the summit, the 5895 m high Uhuru Peak. The descent is along the same route.

  • Day 6

    Horombo hut (3720 m) – Marangu Gate (1800m) Hiking time 6-8 hours.

    The descend route is the same as the ascent. Transport back to your hotel or lodge. For different climbing days, the itinerary will be modified.

While considering travelling with Zagas Explorer....

It is important to note that booking in advance will facilitate better planning so as to allow us get the stated accommodation in our itineraries. Last minute booking requests might require us to change the quoted properties especially during high seasons when the demand for quality accomodation is quite high.

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Tour Inclusions and Exclusions

Key Tour Inclusions

  • All transfers
  • 1 Night on HB in Meru area prior to your climb
  • 6 days private Marangu Route climb
  • Full board during climb including drinking water
  • Professional well experienced Kilimanjaro Team with English speaking Mountain guides, cook and porters
  • Mountain Hut’s accommodation (pleases bring your own sleeping bag)
  • Camping equipment (tents, mattresses, chairs, tables, camping toilet, toilet tent)
  • Service of a professional cook
  • All wildlife reserve entry fees, rescue fees, Climbing Certificates
  • Emergency evacuation insurance cover

Key Tour Exclusions

  • All items of a personal nature
  • Gratuities for safari guide and mountain teams
  • Airport departure tax
  • Travel insurance
  • Visa fees
  • Sleeping bag (rental fee 15 USD)
  • Any nights after the climb
While considering travelling with Zagas Explorer....

It is important to note that booking in advance will facilitate better planning so as to allow us get the stated accommodation in our itineraries. Last minute booking requests might require us to change the quoted properties especially during high seasons when the demand for quality accomodation is quite high.

Package Price From | USD.1,727
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Booking Terms & Conditions

Basic guidelines to aid you as you plan to make your booking to travel to Africa on your Safari Expedition. This is not an exhaustive list, our Tour consultants are always standby to give you all the necessary guidance accordingly.

Booking Procedure

All applications for provisional or confirmed reservations are to be made by the Client by way of letter, facsimile or e-mail addressed to Zagas Explorer.
No reservation will be deemed made unless acknowledged and accepted in writing by Zagas Explorer. Provisional reservations will only be held for 14 days, after which the booking will be released. Please ensure the following information is included:

      » Date and time of arrival
      » Number of people and room requirement
      » Full names of client, and ages of children in the group (if applicable)
      » Any special requirements

Cancellation Policy

Reservations cancelled are charged as below:

      » Between 60 and 31 days prior to arrival a 25% cancellation fee will be charged.
      » Between 30 and 15 days prior to arrival a 50% cancellation fee will be charged.
      » Between 14 and 0 days prior to arrival a 100% cancellation fee will be charged.
      » Cancellation fees are calculated on the rate per person and on the total value of the Reservation made.

Rates

All amounts are denominated in US Dollars and payments must be made in the nominated currency. In the case of any future increases in fuel, currency fluctuations, component costs or government taxes, Zagas Explorer reserves the right to renegotiate the rates. Conservancy fees are mandatory and will be included in the invoice.

Deposit Requirements

A refundable deposit of 30% is to be received by Zagas Explorer within 7 working days from date of confirmation. The final balance of 70% of the total value of the reservation(s) will be payable at least 30 days prior to the guests arrival.

Refunds

Should any client arrive late or request an early departure, no refund will be granted. Whilst Zagas Explorer will ensure that all anticipated accommodation will be available as planned, there shall be no claim of any nature against Zagas Explorer for a refund, either in part or whole, if any accommodation and or excursion is unavailable and a reasonable alternative was found – or if guests were unable to make use of the service for any reason.

Insurance

All guests should take out comprehensive insurance cover when paying their confirmation deposit, to cover them for cancellation, curtailment, medical expenses, personal baggage, emergency evacuation back home and money.

Disclaimer

This agreement is made subject to and shall be governed and construed according to the laws of Tanzania. Neither Zagas Explorer, nor any person acting for, through or on behalf of the company shall be liable for any loss or damage whatsoever and without restricting the generality of the foregoing shall particularly not be responsible for loss or damage arising from any errors or omission contained in the brochure or other literature, late or non-confirmation or acceptance of bookings, loss or damage caused by delays, sickness, injury or death whether occasioned by negligence or not. In addition, the company shall have the right at any time at its discretion to cancel any tour or the remainder thereof or make any alteration in route, accommodation, price or other detail and in the event of any tour being rendered impossible, illegal, or inadvisable by the weather, avalanches, strike, war, government or interference or any other causes whatsoever. The extra expense incurred as a result thereof shall be the responsibility of the passenger.

The company may, at its discretion and without liability or cost to itself, at any time cancel or terminate the passenger's booking and in particular without limiting the generality of the foregoing, it shall be entitled to do so in the event of the illness or the illegal or incompatible behavior of the passenger, who shall in such circumstances not be entitled to any refund.

Please be aware that these safaris may take you into close contact with wild animals. Attacks by wild animals are rare, but no safari into the African Wilderness can guarantee that this will not occur. Neither the company, nor its employees, nor its agents can be held responsible for any injury or incident on the safari.

While considering travelling with Zagas Explorer....

It is important to note that booking in advance will facilitate better planning so as to allow us get the stated accommodation in our itineraries. Last minute booking requests might require us to change the quoted properties especially during high seasons when the demand for quality accomodation is quite high.

Package Price From | USD.1,727
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