MARANGU ROUTE 6DAYS 5NIGHTS (COCA-COLA ROUTE)

Arrival Day: Arrive anytime at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO). We will arrange a private transfer from Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) to Arusha where the rest of the day is at leisure.
We will gather in the hotel where you’ll have an overnight for a pre-climb briefing and an equipment check.
We will also confirm you have the appropriate mandatory medical coverage and travel insurance

Day 1: Marangu – Marangu Gate (1860m) – Mandara Hut (2700m)

Trek begins at the gate hiking through the dense rainforest. Alongside the impressive vegetation, you will have the chance to catch a glimpse of the black and white colobus monkeys. Approximately 4 hrs later, you will reach your destination of the day – the Mandara Hut. After a well-earned rest, your guide can take you to the Maundi Crater where you can enjoy the wonderful view of the Kenyan interior. Evening meal and overnight stay at the Mandara Hut (2700m).

Day 2: Mandara Hut (2700m) – Horombo Hut (3700m)

The day begins with an early breakfast. Shortly after you have left Mandara Hut, you will reach the timberline heath and moor zone. Approx 4 – 6 hrs later, the Horombo Hut will come into sight at 3700m. From the hut, will have fantastic views overlooking Mawenzi, Kibo and wide plain of the Masai steppe.

Day 3: Horombo Hut (3700m) – Zebra Rocks (4020m)

This day serves as an acclimatization day. This should not be underestimated and greatly improves your chance of success in reaching the summit. A 4–5-hour trek follows to the Zebra Rocks (4020m). The distinctive black and white stripes give the rock formation its name. On your return to Horombo Hut, will have warm lunch. You can relax and regain your strength for the hike the following day.

Day 4: Horombo Hut (3700m) – Kibo Hut (4700m)

This day the stage is long and somehow a bit tough. The well-built trail passes the “Last Water-point” followed by the so-called “saddle”. Nearly-vegetation less plateau joining main summit Kibo with Mawenzi. Today’s destination is the Kibo Hut usually reached in about 5 – 6 hours. Here, you will enjoy an early evening meal followed by an early night, as the night will be short.

Day 5: Kibo Hut (4700m) – Uhuru Peak (5895m)

This is “The Big Day” – the summit stage. This begins at night when the lava ash is still frozen and walking on it is easier. Will wake you up at 23:00 hrs and an hour later, you will begin the long and strenuous trek to the summit. Passing the Hans Meyer Cave at 5220m, the climb slowly but surely goes upwards. At sunrise, you will reach Gillman’s Point (5681m) – the crater rim of Kilimanjaro – where the sun will slowly start to warm up the land. You will have soon forgotten the cold of the night and after a further hike of 1 – 2 hours, you will reach Uhuru Peak at 5895m. At this peak, you can celebrate your accomplishment of reaching the “Roof of Africa”. The route back down follows the same path; the lava ash will now have thawed and allows for a fast descent. On your return to Kibo Hut, will have warm meal and regain your strength. Taking an hour to two hours break, you will once again be on your way hiking to the Horombo Hut (3700m) where you will arrive in the afternoon.

Day 6: Horombo Hut (3700m) – Marangu Gate (1860m) – Moshi

The last stage passes through the heath and moor zone to the Mandara Hut (2700m) where a warm lunch is waiting for you. Soon, you will once again pass the tropical rainforest and after a total time of 6 hours trekking, you will be back at the Kilimanjaro National Park Gate (1860m). After saying goodbye to your mountain guides, a transfer follows to take you back to hotel. Once there, you can take a warm and relaxing shower and celebrate your success in reaching the summit of the Kilimanjaro. Overnight and dinner at hotel.

Price Includes

• Porterage
• Rescue fee
• Park fees (for non-residents)
• All activities (unless labeled as optional)
• All accommodation (unless listed as upgrade)
• Camping equipment (sleeping bag excluded)
• A professional driver/guide
• All transportation (unless labeled as optional)
• All Taxes/VAT
• Meals (as specified in the day-by-day section)

Price Excludes

• Climbing gear
• International flights (from/to home)
• Roundtrip airport transfer
• Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
• Sleeping bag
• Bath towels