1 DAY KILIMANJARO: MARANGU ROUTE
The Marangu route stands out as a well-liked and cost-effective option.
The ascent along the Marangu route typically spans 5-6 hours.
We provide a team of professional guides, and lunchpack to accompany you during your Marangu route ascent. Furthermore, our chefs prepare a meal. When you request a quote for climbing Kilimanjaro via the Marangu route, you'll also receive a set of informative documents to assist in your preparations.
1 DAY HIKE
ITINERARY
UPWARDS:
MARANGU GATE (1830 M/ 6,000 FT) -
MANDARA HUTS (2700 M/ 8,858 FT)
Elevation gain: 870 m/2,854 ft | Distance: 11 km | Walking time: 3-4 hours | Difficulty: medium | Environment: rainforest
In the morning, our guide will transport you from the hotel to Marangu Gate, which marks the beginning of your climb. The initial stretch of the journey guides you through coffee and banana plantations, followed by a venture into pristine rainforests. This segment can be rather humid, so it's advisable to have rain gear handy. The day's hike typically spans from five to seven hours. If you desire to savor the beauty of the forests and picturesque mountain slopes at a leisurely pace, you're welcome to do so. Ultimately, you'll arrive at the first camp, known as the Mandara huts.
For those inclined, there's an option to embark on an afternoon hike to the Maundi crater, a volcanic crater in close proximity to the Mandara Huts. Alternatively, you can choose to rest at the hut and bask in the enchanting natural surroundings.
It is strongly recommended to follow the instructions below from here:
1. Drink as much water as possible
DOWNWARDS:
MANDARA HUTS (9,000 FT) -
MARANGU GATE (6,000 FT)
Elevation loss: 1890 m/ 6,200 ft | Distance: 18 km | Walking time: 2-3 hours | Difficulty: medium | Environment: rainforest
You make your way down to the Marangu Gate, serving as the exit point of Kilimanjaro National Park. This marks a delightful five to three-hour hike through the picturesque forests of Kilimanjaro.
Following the descent, the entire group gathers to extend mutual congratulations and celebrate the accomplishment.
Hotel accommodations for the last night are not included in this package. Assistance can be provided in selecting a hotel to suit your preferences.
HOW FIT DO YOU NEED TO BE TO CLIMB
KILIMANJARO VIA THE MARANGU ROUTE?
Hiking Kilimanjaro presents a challenge due to the high altitude, rapid ascent, and varying temperatures. A typical climbing day entails 6-7 hours of walking. For individuals who are in good health and physical condition, this endeavor is entirely achievable. To enhance your chances of summiting and ensure an enjoyable trek, several measures can be taken.
It's crucial to adopt a deliberate pace, refraining from hiking too swiftly, to grant your body the necessary time to adapt and acclimatize to the elevation. Maintaining excellent physical fitness significantly eases the climb. Engaging in activities such as hiking, especially multi-day hikes, is excellent preparatory training. Additionally, running and aerobic exercises contribute to suitable readiness.
Predicting who may be susceptible to altitude sickness is always challenging. To guard against altitude sickness, you can opt for an additional day of adjustment, typically between day 3 and day 4. Spending an extra day at the Horombo Hut allows your body more time to acclimatize, thereby increasing the likelihood of a successful summit. Please ask us about our price for an additional day.
INCLUDED
- Pick up Kilimanjaro Airport, transfer to lodge/hotel
- Transfer lodge/hotel to Kilimanjaro Airport
- Private guide speaking fluently English
- Private cook speaking fluently English
- Park Fees for national park
- Porters who carry your luggage
- High quality tents
- Chairs and tables for breakfast, lunch and dinner
- Dinner-tent
- Rescue fee
- Portable toilet
EXCLUDED
- International flight tickets and tourist visa
- Accommodation on day of arrival and departure
- Insurances (travel, flying doctors etc)