6 Days Kilimanjaro Climbing Marangu Route

Price in South African Rand: 

1,650.00 US Dollar =

29,613.85 South African Rand

1 USD = 17.9478 ZAR

1 ZAR = 0.0557172 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 to Mandara Hut (5-6 hours, 11 km)

Meet your guide and support crew for a pre-trek briefing at the hotel.

Travel to Marangu Gate, the park entrance, and begin your trek through a lush rainforest (prepare for rain!).

Reach Mandara Hut (2,720 meters) for your first night at altitude. Stay hydrated and avoid alcohol/caffeine.

Day 2: Mandara Hut to Horombo Hut (6 hours, 11 km)

Enjoy breakfast followed by a scenic trek to Horombo Hut (3,720 meters).

Witness breathtaking views of Kibo and Mawenzi volcanoes.

Embark on an afternoon acclimatization hike towards Kibo Hut (200m elevation gain) before returning to Horombo Hut for dinner.

Day 3: Acclimatization Day at Horombo Hut

After breakfast, ascend towards Kibo Hut for another acclimatization hike and return to camp.

Spend the afternoon exploring the area, relaxing, or preparing for the summit push.

Day 4: Horombo Hut to Kibo Hut (4-8 hours, 10 km)

Ascend to Kibo Hut (4,720 meters) after breakfast.

Maintain a moderate pace to conserve energy for the summit climb.

Enjoy lunch and rest upon reaching Kibo Hut, focusing on hydration and sleep.

Day 5: Summit Day! Uhuru Peak and Descent to Horombo Hut (9-12 hours, 16 km)

Depart Kibo Hut pre-dawn and begin your ascent to Uhuru Peak (5,895 meters), Africa's highest point.

Each climber will be paired with a personal guide for the challenging yet rewarding summit push.

Descend to Kibo Hut for a short rest before continuing down to Horombo Hut.

Important Note: Be extra cautious during the descent to avoid injuries.

Day 6: Horombo Hut to Marangu Gate and Departure (5-6 hours, 18 km)

Enjoy breakfast and descend to Marangu Gate, the park exit.

Celebrate with your fellow climbers and receive summit certificates.

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

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