Journey to Kilimanjaro National Park Marangu Gate, Trek to Mandara Hut

Mandara Huts - Often referred to as the “Coca-Cola” route, the Marangu route is a traditional trek on Mount Kilimanjaro. It is the oldest and most established path. Many prefer the Marangu route as it is considered the easiest due to its gentle incline. It is also the only route offering dormitory-style sleeping huts. Mandara and Kibo Huts each have 60 bunk beds, while Horombo Hut has 120. Guests receive mattresses and pillows, but sleeping bags are necessary. The huts feature communal dining areas and basic washrooms, with flushing toilets and running water at the lower huts, and long drop toilets with water buckets at Kibo Hut.
After breakfast and a briefing, drive to the Kilimanjaro National Park Gate (approximately 1 hour), register, and begin the trek. Walk through the rainforest to reach the Mandara Huts. A side trip to Maundi Crater offers a great view of the surroundings, including Northern Tanzania and Kenya. In the rainforest, look for towering Eucalyptus trees, birdlife, and Colobus monkeys.
• Elevation: 1860m/6100ft to 2700m/8875ft
• Distance: 8km/5mi
• Hiking Time: 3-4 hours
• Habitat: Montane Forest

Trek from Mandara Hut to Horombo Hut

Rest Day at Horombo Hut

Trek from Horombo Hut to Kibo Hut

Trek Kibo Hut to Summit, and descend to Horombo Hut

Mount Kilimanjaro - In the early morning hours (midnight to 2am), begin the ascent to the summit on steep and heavy scree or snow up to Gilman’s Point on the crater rim. Continue the climb to Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa, offering breathtaking views at every turn. Capture a photo at the summit to share with friends and family. Descend, pausing for lunch and rest at Kibo before proceeding to the Horombo Huts.
The initial climb is done in darkness, requiring headlamps or flashlights. It will be very cold until the descent begins, so all warm layers are essential. This is the most challenging part of the trek with numerous switchbacks. Proceeding slowly “pole pole” and maintaining a positive mindset will ensure success!
• Elevation: 4700m/15,500ft to 5895m/19,340ft
• Down to 3700m/12,200ft
• Distance: 6km/4mi up / 15km/9mi down
• Hiking Time: 6-8 hours up / 15km/9mi down
• Habitat: Alpine Desert

Trek Horombo Hut to trailhead, drive to Moshi and return to Arusha

• Six nights of accommodation on the mountain, including camping, mid-range, or lodge options
• All meals provided with options for dietary requirements on request
• Experienced, multilingual mountain guides and porters with ethical treatment
• Quality trekking gear and equipment supplied
• Complimentary day tour available upon request
• Private, all-weather sleeping and mess tents with furniture
• Airport/Hotel transfers included
• All fees and taxes covered
• Safety procedures and crisis management in place

• International Flights
• Travel Insurance
• visas
• All things of personal in nature
• Tips and gratitude for driver Guide,Porters and safari cook

Serengeti Safari Booking does not skimp on what you came to see/trekk. Our company free pick-up and drop off from the Hotels/ Airports clients(s) confirmed a Safari with us.We also allocate good Hotels/Lodges for the travelers who didn’t book. Our company also provide all trekking Gears for the tour. 5 day Mt. Kilimanjaro trekking via Marangu Route, which is the easiest and shortest route to Kilimanjaro’s summit and is known as the ‘Coca Cola’ or ‘tourist’ route. This is the only route on Kilimanjaro with the comforts of solar-powered sleeping huts and comfortable beds at every camp. The huts are communal, and each bunk has a sponge mattress and pillow.All climbing groups, often from several countries around the world, share meals in dining huts providing a jovial and energetic atmosphere.

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