The 6 Days Marangu route is one of the easiest and most popular trail in Kilimanjaro. The moderate slope makes it less difficult to climb. It’s the only route with huts, simple dining and rooms. We recommend on doing Marangu 6 days/5 nights in Mountain though this route allow 5 days/4 nights in Mountain.
(JRO) Kilimanjaro International Airport (View Map)
08:30 Hrs (+3GMT)
| Safety and Health | Classic | Deluxe | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Emergency Oxygen tanks | ||
| 2. | VHF handheld radios – Carried on each trek, for easy communication between guides,the camp manager and office. | ||
| 3. | Non alcoholic champagne on summit | ||
| 4. | Warm water for washing every day | ||
| 5. | Wash basins provided for each trekker, provided for each guest upon reaching camp | ||
| 6. | Clean, purified drinking water | ||
| 7. | Gamow Bag – Hyperbaric chamber (a portable altitude chamber) for emergencies. | ||
| 8. | Management and safety procedures | ||
| 9. | Rescue fees in mountain | ||
| 10. | Medical evacuation with AMREF Flying Doctors Or Kilimanjaro Search and Rescue | ||
| 11. | Stretcher / Litter – A fully rigid steel-framed litter | ||
| 12. | Portable personal flash toilet | ||
| 13. | Pulse-oximeter – To measure the oxygen level, for each climber daily. | ||
| 14. | ALTOX Personal Oxygen System | ||
| Meals on the Mountain | Classic | Deluxe | |
| 1. | All meals while on the Mountain | ||
| 2. | Large portions of fresh, healthy and nutritious foods | ||
| Camping Equipment | Classic | Deluxe | |
| 1. | Water proof tents on climbing, Mess tent, Crew tents, Cold-weather sleeping mats, High powered solar LED lights and Toilet tents | ||
| 2. | Aluminum dining tables, Large aluminum chairs with backs and armrests, for all meals. | ||
| Accommodation and Transport | Classic | Deluxe | |
| 1. | Arrival and Departure transfers | ||
| 2. | All transportation in destination location | ||
| 3. | 2 nights classic standard hotel accommodations; one before and after the trek | ||
| 4. | 2 nights comfort hotel accommodations; one before and after the trek. | ||
| 5. | Accommodation – Bed and Breakfast | ||
| 6. | Full Board Accommodation – Bed, Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner | ||
| Other Inclusions | Classic | Deluxe | |
| 1. | All Government Tax and Park Entrance Fees | ||
| 2. | Fair and ethical treatment of porters | ||
| 3. | Experienced professional English speaking mountain guides | ||
| 4. | Porter to carry your day-pack during the summit attempt. |
Arrive in Tanzania via Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) Kilimanjaro Brothers staff will pick you up and transfer you to Moshi town where you will spend the first night at a hotel. For those who will arrive through Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) in Kenya, we will pick you up and get transferred by Shuttle bus to Moshi.
After having your breakfast we will make a short journey from the hotel to Marangu National Park gate for the necessary formalities at the gate. We start the climbs through fascinating tropical rain forest; we reach the first hut at Mandara for dinner and overnight. An alternative is to simply rest and relax the beautiful forest around the camp. Marangu Gate to Mandara Hut (2,700 m).
Walking hours: 5-6 hours.
Zone: Rainforest.
Walking hours: 5-6 hours walking.
Zone: Rainforest.
The first part of the walk is a steep ascent through forest, but the path soon opens out into moorland and in clear weather, there are great views of Kibo and Mawenzi peaks. We arrive at Horombo Hut mid-afternoon, where you can relax and enjoy the stunning scenery around the camp. Mandara Hut to Horrombo Hut (3,720 m)
Walking hours: 4-6 hours walking.
Zone: Low Alpine Zone
Walk towards the Mawenzi hut, passing the Zebra Rocks, this extra day and night at Horombo is for additional acclimatization. We recommend drinking enough water and walking slowly! All meals for the day are provided at the Horrombo hut. Horombo hut to further improve our acclimatization. Zone: Low alpine zone to High alpine zone
Climb very gradually towards the lunar desert of the Saddle between Mawenzi and Kibo. These 6-7 hours walking will be taken at a slow pace until we reach Kibo Hut (4,700m), where we will spend the night in a comfortable hut. There is no running water at Kibo Hut. The remainder of the day is spent relaxing in preparation for the final ascent before a very early night. Horrombo Hut to Kibo Hut (4,700 meters)
Walking Hours: 4-6 hours walking.
Zone: High alpine zone.
Wake up before midnight in the cover of darkness. We begin a steep climb over loose volcanic screed has some well-graded zig-zags, a slow but a steady pace will take us to rim of the main crater, Gillman’s 5,685 meters. We will rest there for few minutes to enjoy the sunrise over Mawenzi. Those who are still feeling good can continue slowly to make the three hour round trip from here along the crater rim to Uhuru peak 5,895 m. which is the highest point in Africa. After a few minutes to appreciate your accomplishment. We descend to Kibo Huts amazingly fast and we stop at Kibo Huts for some refreshment, we continue to descend to reach Horrombo Huts. Kibo Huts to Summit to Horrombo Huts (3,720 m.)
Walking Hours: 13-15 hours.
Zone: Glacial zone and the all preceding zones.
Descend past Mandara huts to Marangu National Park gate, successful climbers will receive their summit certificates. From here you will be transferred to Mountain Inn for dinner, summit cerebration and overnight. Horombo hut to Marangu Gate. (6-7 hours walking) Zone: Rainforest.
| Per Person | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 |
| Holiday Season discount | 2300 | 1850 | 1850 | 1850 | 1800 | 1800 | 1800 | 1750 | 1750 | 1700 |
| Classic Package | ||||||||||
| Price Rate | $ 2,100pp | $ 1,870pp | $ 1,820pp | $ 1,780pp | $ 1,790pp | $ 1,770pp | $ 1,760pp | $ 1,740pp | $ 1,730pp | $ 1,720pp |
| Deluxe Package | ||||||||||
| Price Rate | $ 2,300pp | $ 2,000pp | $ 1,980pp | $ 1,960pp | $ 1,940pp | $ 1,920pp | $ 1,900pp | $ 1,880pp | $ 1,860pp | $ 1,840pp |
