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MARANGU ROUTES

Duration
Difficulty level
Price
5-6 Days Moderate $1,550-$1,600

Known as “The Coca-Cola Route”, Marangu best essay proofreading service is the most accessible and well-traveled route on Kili. It offers a straight shot to Uhuru Peak in the shortest amount of time. The trail is also endowed with sleeping huts unlike any other route for more comfortablenights. A great trail for first climbers or those not accustomed to spending long periods of time outdoors.

Marangu Route 5 – 6 Days Itinerary

Day 1: Marangu Gate (1,840m) to Mandara Hut (2,670m)
Drive to Marangu Park Gate, The journey from Moshi (900m) to the Marangu Park Gate (1800m) takes about 40 minutes. There assistant Guide and Porters will be waiting at the park gate to sort out the food and bags to be carried up to the mountain. Next you will be given a lunch pack and then you are ready for ascending, walking through the rain forest to Mandara Hut lying at 9,000 ft / 2,750m. Dinner and Overnight stay. B.L.D.
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Day 2: Mandara Hut (2,670m) to Horombo Hut (3,720m)
Leave the glades of forest and follow an ascending path on the open moorland to Horombo Hut lying at 12,000ft/ 3,700m. Dinner and overnight stay. B.L.D.

Day 3: Horombo Hut ( 3,720m) – Kibo Hut (4,700m)
Ascending you pass the last water point walking on to the saddle between Kibo and Mawenzi arriving at Kibo Hut at 15,000ft/ 4,700m. Dinner and overnight stay. B.L.D.

Day 4: Kibo Hut ( 4,700) to Uhuru Peak (5,895m)
Early start for the steep summit, ascending a rocky and rough path up to Gilmans Point at 18,640ft/ 5,681m. Which is on the greater rim .And finally ascending up to Uhuru Peak. The highest mountain in Africa , the highest free – standing mountain in the world at 19,340 feet / 5,896m .From here you descend going straight down to Horombo Hut. Dinner and overnight stay. B.L.D.

Day 5: Descent – Horombo Hut ( 3,720m) to Marangu Gate (1,840m)
The day spent in descending to the park gate to collect certificates and meet the vehicle .At the gate we will temporarily say goodbye to our mountain crew and enjoy a picnic lunch.Our driver will take you back to the Hotel for a hot showers and a celebration.For those returning home you will be transferred to Kilimanjaro International Airport to catch your flight.Those heading out on safari or to Zanzibar will prepare for the continuation of your exciting safari – Adventure. B.L.D.