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Trekking Marangu Route

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Overview

The Marangu route is perhaps the easiest and most comfortable route to reach the summit of Mt Kilimanjaro. The route is well-developed and the climb is constant and moderate. Only the approach to the summit is the exception as it is slightly more demanding. The accommodation on this tour is in simple mountain huts, which might be an advantage compared to the camping routes.

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Tour Itinerary

Embark on an unforgettable adventure with Lucky Safari Tanzania! Our expertly curated itineraries take you through breathtaking landscapes, abundant wildlife, and rich cultural experiences. From thrilling game drives in Serengeti and Ngorongoro to scenic hikes on Mount Kilimanjaro and relaxing moments in Zanzibar, we ensure a seamless and memorable safari. Whether it's a short getaway or an extended exploration, our customized tours cater to your preferences, promising an authentic and immersive Tanzanian experience.

After breakfast at the lodge, you will be taken to the Kilimanjaro National Park gate. Once the necessary paperwork has been completed, your trek begins and you will soon be hiking through the dense rainforest. You might be lucky to catch a glimpse of the black and white colobus monkeys scrambling through the lush vegetation. Approximately 3 to 4 hours later, you will reach your destination for the day, the Mandara Hut. After a well-earned rest, your guide will take you to the Maundi Crater where you can enjoy wonderful views of Kenya. Evening meal and overnight stay at Mandara Hut.
The day begins with an early breakfast and shortly after you have left Mandara Hut, you will reach the treeline where vegetation changes to shrubs. Approximately 5 to 6 hours later, the Horombo Hut will come into sight. From the hut, you will have fantastic views overlooking Mawenzi, Kibo peak, and the Masai steppe. Evening meal and overnight stay at the Horombo Hut.
Today’s purpose is getting your body to acclimatize to the altitude. Acclimatization should not be underestimated as it greatly improves your chances of reaching the summit. After a relaxing breakfast, you will set off on a trek to Zebra Rocks. The distinctive black and white stripes give the rock formation its name. On your return to Horombo Hut, a cooked lunch will be waiting for you. You can relax in the afternoon and regain your strength for the hike the following day. Overnight and evening meals at Horombo Hut.
Today’s stretch starts with the climb of the Barranco Wall. Safety is paramount and your guides will assist you wherever necessary. Following the ridge, as it traverses up and down, you can enjoy the splendid views of the south glacier of Kibo. In the Karanga Valley, you will have lunch, followed by a 2 to 3 hours climb to Barafu Camp. Once at the camp, you can relax, have dinner and call it an early night.
Today’s stage is long and tough. The trail passes the “last waterpoint” which is followed by the so-called “saddle”. This nearly plantless plateau links the summit of Kibo with Mawenzi. Today’s destination is Kibo Hut and it should be reached in about 5 to 6 hours. Tonight is an early night to get enough rest for the upcoming summit stage. You will be woken at around 11 pm.
Today is your big day. You will start in the middle of the night when the lava ash is still frozen and walking on it is easier. You will begin the long and strenuous trek to the summit in the dark. Passing the Hans Meyer Cave (5,220 m), the climb slowly but surely goes upwards. At sunrise, you will reach Gilman’s Point (5,681 m) on the crater rim. Soon you will have forgotten the cold of the night and after another 1 to 2 hours, you will reach Uhuru Peak. Now you are standing on the “Roof of Africa”. The descent follows the same path and the lava ash will now have thawed and allowed for a fast descent. On your return to Kibo Hut, a warm meal awaits you and you can rest a while to regain your strength. After a break of 1 to 2 hours, you will be on your way down to the Horombo Hut where you will arrive in the afternoon. After an evening meal, it is early to bed for most.
The last stage passes through the heather and moor zone to the Mandara Hut where a cooked lunch awaits you. Soon you will again be in the lush tropical rainforest and after about 6 to 7 hours of trekking, you will be back at the Kilimanjaro National Park gate. After saying goodbye to your mountain crew you will be taken back to the Meru View Lodge. At the hotel you can have a warm shower and celebrate your success in reaching the summit of Mt Kilimanjaro. You will have dinner and spend the night at Meru View Lodge.
This day left for your next destination. If you have a safari, then might be used to begin your safari or fly to Zanzibar or fly back home. Our vehicle will be ready to take you to the airport at your time.

01

Day

Arusha/Moshi-Marangu gate(1860m)-Mandara hut(2700m)

After breakfast at the lodge, you will be taken to the Kilimanjaro National Park gate. Once the necessary paperwork has been completed, your trek begins and you will soon be hiking through the dense rainforest. You might be lucky to catch a glimpse of the black and white colobus monkeys scrambling through the lush vegetation. Approximately 3 to 4 hours later, you will reach your destination for the day, the Mandara Hut. After a well-earned rest, your guide will take you to the Maundi Crater where you can enjoy wonderful views of Kenya. Evening meal and overnight stay at Mandara Hut.

Accomodation & Meals

Camp/ Lodge
Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

Distance

3 to 4 hours
1860m-2700m

02

Day

Mandara Hut-Horombo Hut(3700m)

The day begins with an early breakfast and shortly after you have left Mandara Hut, you will reach the treeline where vegetation changes to shrubs. Approximately 5 to 6 hours later, the Horombo Hut will come into sight. From the hut, you will have fantastic views overlooking Mawenzi, Kibo peak, and the Masai steppe. Evening meal and overnight stay at the Horombo Hut.

Accomodation & Meals

Camp/Lodge
Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

Distance

5 to 6 hours
3700m

03

Day

Horombo Hut-Zebra Rocks(4020m)-Horombo Hut

Today’s purpose is getting your body to acclimatize to the altitude. Acclimatization should not be underestimated as it greatly improves your chances of reaching the summit. After a relaxing breakfast, you will set off on a trek to Zebra Rocks. The distinctive black and white stripes give the rock formation its name. On your return to Horombo Hut, a cooked lunch will be waiting for you. You can relax in the afternoon and regain your strength for the hike the following day. Overnight and evening meals at Horombo Hut.

Accomodation & Meals

Camp/Lodge
Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

Distance

4020m

04

Day

Barranco Camp(3960m)-Barafu Camp(4640m)

Today’s stretch starts with the climb of the Barranco Wall. Safety is paramount and your guides will assist you wherever necessary. Following the ridge, as it traverses up and down, you can enjoy the splendid views of the south glacier of Kibo. In the Karanga Valley, you will have lunch, followed by a 2 to 3 hours climb to Barafu Camp. Once at the camp, you can relax, have dinner and call it an early night.

Accomodation & Meals

Camp/Lodge
Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

Distance

2 to 3 hours
3960m-4640m

05

Day

Horombo Hut(3700m)-Kibo Hub(4700m)

Today’s stage is long and tough. The trail passes the “last waterpoint” which is followed by the so-called “saddle”. This nearly plantless plateau links the summit of Kibo with Mawenzi. Today’s destination is Kibo Hut and it should be reached in about 5 to 6 hours. Tonight is an early night to get enough rest for the upcoming summit stage. You will be woken at around 11 pm.

Accomodation & Meals

Camp/Lodge
Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

Distance

5 to 6 hours
3700m-4700m

06

Day

Kibo Hut-Uhuru Peak(5895m)-Horombo Hut

Today is your big day. You will start in the middle of the night when the lava ash is still frozen and walking on it is easier. You will begin the long and strenuous trek to the summit in the dark. Passing the Hans Meyer Cave (5,220 m), the climb slowly but surely goes upwards. At sunrise, you will reach Gilman’s Point (5,681 m) on the crater rim. Soon you will have forgotten the cold of the night and after another 1 to 2 hours, you will reach Uhuru Peak. Now you are standing on the “Roof of Africa”. The descent follows the same path and the lava ash will now have thawed and allowed for a fast descent. On your return to Kibo Hut, a warm meal awaits you and you can rest a while to regain your strength. After a break of 1 to 2 hours, you will be on your way down to the Horombo Hut where you will arrive in the afternoon. After an evening meal, it is early to bed for most.

Accomodation & Meals

Camp/Lodge
Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

Distance

1-2 hours
5895m

07

Day

Horombo Hut-Marangu Gate(1860m)-Arusha/Moshi

The last stage passes through the heather and moor zone to the Mandara Hut where a cooked lunch awaits you. Soon you will again be in the lush tropical rainforest and after about 6 to 7 hours of trekking, you will be back at the Kilimanjaro National Park gate. After saying goodbye to your mountain crew you will be taken back to the Meru View Lodge. At the hotel you can have a warm shower and celebrate your success in reaching the summit of Mt Kilimanjaro. You will have dinner and spend the night at Meru View Lodge.

Accomodation & Meals

Camp/ Lodge
Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

Distance

6 to 7 hours
1860m

08

Day

Moshi/Arusha

This day left for your next destination. If you have a safari, then might be used to begin your safari or fly to Zanzibar or fly back home. Our vehicle will be ready to take you to the airport at your time.

Accomodation & Meals

Camp/Lodge
BB

Distance

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Price Includes:

Pick up from Airport the day of Arrival and drop o6 on departure day
Two nights hotel BB. Before and after climbing
All entry and Park fees
Rescue fees
Salary to crew members. Guides, porters and cook
Camping equipment’s. Tents, tables, and chairs
3 meals a day plus drinking water
Private Guide, English and Swedish speaking
Oxygen cylinders
Well-equipped medical kit

Not Included:

International Flights
Visa
Travel insurance
Tips to the climbing crew
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EXCLUDES
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