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The best Ultimate Kilimanjaro Climb Marangu in 5- 6 days

The best Kilimanjaro Climb Marangu in 5- 6 days with $1300 per person

Overview
MARANGU ROUTE 6 DAYS HIGHLIGHTS
Summit Mount Kilimanjaro, one of the seven summits of the world at 19,340′
Navigate Kilimanjaro’s Machame Route, the most scenic on the mountain
Cross 6 ecological zones from lush rainforest to the harsh, beautiful arctic zone
Follow expert African guides, full of knowledge of the mountain and its environs
Experience Signature Camping! Spacious tents, deluxe comfort, amazing meals and more!

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ITINERARY


ARRIVAL DAY
Arrive in Arusha
Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport where you are met after passing through customs. Transfer to Kilimanjaro Crane and have a comprehensive briefing and equipment check with your climbing manager and your guide. Overnight at Kilimanjaro Crane

Accommodations: Kilimanjaro Crane Hotel

Meals Included: Dinner

1

TREK DAY 1


Arusha to Marangu gate – Mandara Hut
Altitude gain:6,046 ft to 8,858’ ft; Hiking time: 4-5 hours, 5 miles

After registering at the Kilimanjaro National Park gate you’ll take your first step toward your goal – the roof of Africa. You’ll be hiking through the montane forest, a lush, biodiverse zone, and home to the endemic flower Impatiens Kilimajari. Keep an eye out for blue and colobus monkeys and listen to the birdsong, the avifauna here is prolific. You may even catch a glimpse of Hartlaub’s Turaco, a stunning brightly coloured resident. After reaching Mandara Hut you could take a walk over to the Maundi crater or just relax and enjoy the scenery.

Accommodations: Accommodations :Kilimanjaro Mountain Huts

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

2

TREK DAY 2


Mandara Hut to Horombo Hut Shira Camp
8,858 ft to 12,205 ft :Hiking time: 6-8 hours, 7 miles

Today your hike will take you out of the forest and into the heathland where giant heathers grow, and as you climb higher, into the moorland. Here you’ll see two of the most unusual plants on Kilimanjaro, the fairy-tale like giant groundsel and the giant lobelias. You’ll also have your first views of the peaks, Mawenzi and Kibo, that’s the really big one that you’ll be scaling in a few days.

Accommodations: Kilimanjaro Mountain Huts

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

3

TREK DAY 3


Acclimitization Day at Horombo Hut
12,205 ft to 14,400 ft : Hiking time: 2-3 hours, 3 miles

No need to pack you bags today as you’ll stay a second night at Horombo. Your guide will take you on an acclimatisation walk to Zebra rocks and the base of Mawenzi peak where you’ll have glorious views of Kibo looming over the saddle. The rest of the day be spent at camp where you can put your feet up and catch up on some rest.

Accommodations: Kilimanjaro Mountain Huts

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

4

TREK DAY 4

Horombo Hut to Kibo Hut
12,205 ft to 15,430 ft : Hiking time: 6-8 hours, 6 miles

Today you’ll trek up into the barren high altitude desert, crossing the boulder strewn saddle that connects Kibo and Mawenzi. You may be lucky and see a buzzard or even a lammergeyer soaring on the thermals above. After reaching the camp the rest of the day is devoted to preparing for your summit bid – preparing your kit, eating and resting.

Accommodations: Kilimanjaro Mountain Huts

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

5

TREK DAY 5


Kibo Hut to Uhuru Peak Summit to Horombo Hutp
15,430 ft to 19,341 ft to12,205 ft, 4 miles ascent, 10 miles descent, 6-8 hours ascent, 4-6 hours descentTREK

The push for the final ascent to Uhuru Peak ! You will be woken at around 11:30pm to make a start just after midnight. This is where your grit and determination will be called upon but your reward is possibly the most amazing sunrise you’ll ever see on the horizon behind Mawenzi.

You’ll probably be around Gilman’s Point (5685m) at this time so it’s time for a much needed breather before walking around the top of the crater rim, passing Stella Point and finally reaching Uhuru. Take some time to enjoy the views of the crater and glaciers then you’ll retrace your steps back to Kibo for breakfast and a rest. You’ll then descend back down to Horombo hut which will feel oxygen rich after the summit and a long nights sleep.

Accommodations: Kilimanjaro Mountain Huts

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

6

TREK DAY 6


Horombo Hut to Marangu Gate
12,205 ft to 6,046 ft : Hiking time: 5-7 hours, 12 miles

Our last day on the mountain will start after breakfast and thanking your crew its time to head back down to the forest stopping for lunch at Mandara Hut and then on to Marangu gate. Your guide will arrange your certificates and our driver will meet you to transfer you to your hotel for a long hot shower and a celebration.

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Accommodations: Ngare Sero Mountain Lodge

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

7

TREK DAY 7


Departure
If your time in Africa ends today our transfer team will drive you back to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) for your departure. If you have booked with us a safari or a few days to dissolve into the pristine sandy beaches and tropical waters of Zanzibar, we will be there to help you comfortably transition from your climb into your next Tanzanian adventure

Inclusions

All transfers to the mountain and back to your Moshi hotel

Professional, experienced, mountain guides

Guides, Porters, Cook salaries and park fees

Sleeping Mattress

Emergency Oxygen Cylinder

All meals while on the Mountain

Large portions of fresh, healthy, nutritious food

Clean, purified drinking water

Conservation fees (part of park fees)

Camping or Hut fees (part of park fees)

Rescue fees (part of park fees)

VAT (18% charged by the Government)

Kilimanjaro summit certificate

Exclusions

Tanzania Visa

International and domestic flights

Hotel (available as an optional addon)

Transfers (available as an optional addon)

Personal trekking equipment such as sleepings bags, hiking boots, clothes, etc (available for renting)

Tips and gratuities

Travel insurance

Personal Expenses (e.g. laundry, telephone, beverages, etc.)

Meals not listed in the itinerary

Liquors, beers and bottled beverages

Surcharge for online payment of advance and balance (5% on each payment)

The best Ultimate Kilimanjaro Climb Marangu in 5- 6 days
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