5 Days Kilimanjaro Climbing Marangu Route

Price in South African Rand: 

1,450.00 US Dollar =

26,002.611 South African Rand

1 USD = 17.9328 ZAR

1 ZAR = 0.0557636 USD

Itinerary:

Arrival Day

Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) greeted by our friendly driver, transfer comfortably to your accommodation at Kilimanjaro Wonders Hotel in Moshi town (overnight stay with breakfast).

Day 1: Marangu Gate (1,860m) to Mandara Hut (2,720m)

Depart Moshi for a scenic drive to Kilimanjaro National Park's Marangu Gate.

Embark on a 5-6 hour trek (11km) through the rainforest, encountering potential tropical showers. Pack rain gear!

Enjoy lunch prepared by your mountain support crew upon reaching Mandara Hut.

Rest comfortably in the hut - your first night at high altitude.

Day 2: Mandara Hut (2,720m) to Horombo Hut (3,720m)

After breakfast, depart Mandara Hut and trek to Horombo Hut (3,720m), a 6-hour journey (11km).

Witness stunning views of Kibo and Mawenzi volcanoes from your new camp.

Complete an acclimatization hike in the afternoon, gaining 200m in altitude before returning to Horombo Hut for dinner.

Day 3: Horombo Hut (3,720m) to Kibo Hut (4,720m)

After breakfast, trek to Kibo Hut, your highest point at 4,720m (10km, 4-8 hours).

Ascend at a moderate pace, conserving energy for the summit push.

Enjoy lunch and a well-deserved rest upon reaching Kibo Hut. Minimize activity and stay hydrated.

Day 4: Kibo Hut (4,720m) - Uhuru Peak (5,895m) - Horombo Hut (3,720m)

Begin   your summit push pre-dawn, departing Kibo Hut for Uhuru Peak   (5,895m). The trek is challenging due to high altitude (9-12   hours, 16km).

Your guide will be by your side throughout the ascent, monitoring your stamina and well-being.

After reaching the "Roof of Africa," descend to Kibo Hut for a short rest before continuing down to Horombo Hut.

Day 5: Horombo Hut (3,720m) - Marangu Gate (1,970m) - Moshi

Celebrate your accomplishment with a hearty breakfast at Horombo Hut.

Descend through diverse landscapes back to Marangu Gate (5-6 hours, 18km).

Receive your commemorative certificates and transfer back to Kilimanjaro Wonders Hotel in Moshi town.

Departure Day

Relax at the hotel before your transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your departing flight.

Note: Hotel check-out by 11:00 AM (late check-out may be available for an additional fee).

Included in the Prices:

• 2 Airport Transfers, to/from JRO Kilimanjaro Airport.
• 1 night accommodation at Kilimanjaro Wonders Hotel in Moshi town on Bed and Breakfast basis, Double Occupancy
• 3 Delicious meals a day while on the mountain
• All park entrance, hut and rescue fees
• Warm water for washing to be provided every morning and evening.
• Oxygen Cylinder - only for emergency
• English Speaking Guides (Wilderness First Responder certified), cook and porters
• Staff salaries and fees
• Transport to/from national park gates
• First aid kit and pulse oximeter
• Emergency telephone between the guides and our office in Moshi town
• 3 liters of bottled drinking water to be provided on the first day of your hike, on the mountain porters will fetch water from the streams  to  be boiled and filtered for you
• Breakfast included at Kilimanjaro Wonders Hotel in Moshi town

Excluded from the Prices:

• Personal hire gear such as trekking poles, sleeping bags, etc.
• 2nd night at Kilimanjaro Wonders Hotel after the climb.
• Gratuities/Tipping your crew
• Personal spending money for souvenirs etc.
• Energy food & beverages, alcoholic and soft drinks
• International airfare & VISA
• Laundry service (available at the hotel for small price)
• Meals not noted on the itinerary
• Personal travel insurance