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Climbing Mount Kilimanjaro via Marangu route 6 Days itinerary is known as the “Coca-Cola” route. As the only route that has the luxury of sleeping huts along the way, the Marangu route is popular among those who want a bit more comfort while undertaking this classic trek. It has a gentle slope for the first several days, before the tough summit attempt from Kibo Hut (4720m from the sea level). Regarded as the least difficult of all routes, Marangu is the most popular route on Kilimanjaro.
Accommodation on the mountain is in comfortable huts furnished with the wooden-bunk beds and thick foam mattresses; they are also fitted with solar system lights. You will need a sleeping bag, warm clothes and walking poles. This is a tough walking trip but within the limits of a fit individual used to walking in mountain areas. An extra day for acclimatization to the altitude is recommended at Horombo Huts from where there are various walks to enjoy.
NOTE. All customers traveling with Zorilla Safaris and Treks are required to have fully comprehensive travel insurance prior of their trip. The policy needs to be legitimate from the date that the initial order is placed so as to provide cover for a cancellation prior to departure.
6 Days Marangu Route Summary.
Difficulty Level: Moderate
Length: 6 days
Accommodation: In comfortable huts furnished with wooden-bunk beds and thick foam mattresses
The huts are fitted with solar system lights
Meals are served in dining halls
Bathrooms with cold showers
Clean flush toilets
The Trekking Gear for 6 Days Marangu Route trek
For the Head
Wool Hat, Balaclava, Sunglasses, glacier glasses better, Sunscreen (SPF 25+), Lip Balm (SPF 25+), Sun Hat, Bandana
Clothes (No Cotton)
Synthetic base layer (2) , Wool or synthetic layer (2), Wool or fleece sweater, Wind/Water-proof jacket, Convertible hiking pants, Underwear, Water-Proof Pants, Synthetic or wool pants for layering, Gloves or mittens, Glove Liner, Lycra tights.
For the Feet
Thin sock liners (2), Wool hiking socks (6), Good-broken-in hiking boots, Gaiters (knee lengthy is better), Tennis shoes or sandals (for camp)
For Sleeping
Zero degree sleeping bag, sleeping bag liner (optional), Inflatable pillow (optional)
For Hiking
Day pack (no larger than 2,200cu), Water bladder 100oz/3ltr or bottles, Rain cover for pack, Headlamp, Extra batteries, Large duffel bag for gear (porters carry), Energy bars/gels, walking sticks (1 piece or a pair)
Personal Items
Toiletries, Small first aid kit, Small towel, Diamox for altitude sickness, Wet wipes, Camera, Bug spray, Malaria pills, Flashlight/torch, Batteries, Cash for tips, etc.
Kilimanjaro Tour Itinerary
Distance covered: 7km
Trekking time: 3 – 4 hours
Habitat: Montane Forest
Altitude gained: 730m
Soon after early breakfast, drive from Hotel/lodge to Marangu Gate, the headquarter offices in Mt. Kilimanjaro National Park. On arrival here, you will sign and make the final preparations for starting the climb. Make sure that you have with you the day pack and all the items you will need to use on today’s hiking. You are now leaving the Park gate and ascend on a cleared ridge trail through the rain forest. The forest is covered with mist and dripping with beards of moss. It is also in this zone where animals and birds are found. The animals are Blue monkeys, Black and White Colobuses, Vervet monkeys, Duikers, etc. The birds are Hartlaub’s Turaco, Hornbills, Bee-eaters, Flycatchers, etc. First overnight at Mandara Huts, is a group of wooden A-framed huts in a forest clearing. Water is piped into the camp and there are flush toilets behind the main hut.
Distance covered: 11km
Trekking time: 6 – 7 hours
Habitat: Moorland
Altitude gained: 1020m
From Mandara Hut the trail passes through a short stretch of forest, skirting the base of the Maundi Crater emerging into the transition zone from rain forest to moorland. After about 6 hours from here we will reach Horombo Hut where will we stay overnight. Make the most of the hot washing water available here.
Habitat: Moorland,
Hiking time: 4½ – 5 hours
This extra day and night at Horombo is ideal for good acclimatization. A hike towards Mawenzi, passing the Zebra Rocks on the way (about 3 hours up and 1½ hours down), is highly recommended as it will further assist with acclimatization.
Distance covered: 9.5km
Trekking time: 5 – 6 hours
Habitat: Alpine desert
Altitude gained: 980m
We continue our ascent into the Alpine desert zone passing the last place where water is available at 4130m. We will fill our water bottles with all the water we will need until our return to Horombo Hut in two night’s time. From Kibo Hut, the summit is now a further 1195m of ascent. We will make our summit ascent tonight so we will go to sleep at 18:30pm and try to get as much rest as possible.
Distance covered: 6km to summit, 6km back to Kibo Huts, and 9.5km to Horombo Huts totalling 21 ½ km
Trekking time: 6 – 7 hours ascening, 3 hours descending to Kibo Huts, another 3 hours descent to Horombo Huts
Habitat: Stone screed and ice-capped summit
Altitude gained (Kibo Huts to Summit): 1195m
Altitude lost (Summit to Horombo Huts): 2,175m
This day is the “Big day”. It starts at midnight when you wake up with some light snack and tea or coffee before leaving for the summit attempt. The habitat here is just stone scree and the trail consists of a rocky path to the Hans Meyer Cave at 5,150m where you take a short rest. From here the way keeps on zigzagging towards the Gillman’s point at 5,685m. Reaching here is an achievement too and, there is a certificate for that waiting for you. As for Gilman’s Point onwards to the Summit you got to be cautious, slow up, but surely and with courage and consistency you are at Uhuru Peak at 5,895m. It is the highest peak in Africa and the highest free-standing mountain in the world. Sometimes weather conditions can be so harsh and you will just spend a few minutes then embark on your descent.
Back at Kibo Hut, you will have a hot soup and some snacks, toasts, and a short rest. From here then continue down to Horombo Huts where you will spend the overnight. Later in the evening, you enjoy your dinner and a well-earned sleep, filled with memories and stirring emotions.
Altitude lost: 1,750m
Habitat: Moorland and Montane Forest
Distance covered: 18 km
Trekking time: 6 – 7 hours
Soon ater early morning after breakfast, you will proceed with descent down across the Alpine moorland to passing Mandara Hut on the way to Marangu Gate; a descent of about 6 hours. Once at the Marangu Gate, you will sign for checking out and followed by summit certificates representation. Here, you will be handed a Green Certificate for having reached Gillman’s Point (5685m) or Silver Certificate for Stella Point (5759m), or a Gold Certificate for Uhuru Peak (5895m). After a short session of jubilation and farewell with your crew (guides, cook, and porters); and tipping of course, and having lunch you will take a waiting car and be transferred back to Arusha town where you will check in at your hotel/lodge in for a welcome shower, dinner and overnight. (3 hours drive)
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More Details about Kilimanjaro Tour
Inclusions
- Hotel
- Arrival and departure transfers
- Transfers to and from Marangu Gate
- All national park fees – Entrances, Hut fee, and Rescue fees (required by national park)
- All park fees for the crew (guides, cook, and porters)
- Certified, experienced, English-speaking guides
- Porters and Cook
- 3 meals a day (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner) while on the mountain
- Filtered water throughout the trek
- Cooking equipment and eating utensils
- All government tax including 18% VAT
Exclusions
- International flights
- Travel insurance
- Visa fee
- Tips to mountain crew
- Laundry Services
- All items of a personal nature
- Portable flush toilet with a toilet tent is extra
Payments Terms
- * 20% Advance Percentage of total booking amount
Cancellation & Refund Policy
- * Upon cancellation, refund will be made after deducting the Retention Amount.
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