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Marangu Route
Duration: 5 days
Trails: T3 trails
Distance: 10 - 15 km per day
Ascent per day: 500 - 1000 m ascent per day
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What makes the Marangu Route special? Huts! There is no need to camp! On the Marangu Route, you stay in dormitory-style huts. Now we're talking. Mattresses? Check. Pillows? Check. The huts on the Marangu Route allow for a very classic mountain feel, one that can remind you of a hut-to-hut hike. Sure, you don't have most of the same amenities, but it is very easy to get in touch with people who are undergoing the same experience.
If you are looking for the fastest way up to Uhuru Peak, the 5-day Marangu Route is your best option. Not great for acclimatisation but for those who are short in time a good option to try and make it to the top of Kilimanjaro. As with all Bookatrekking. com offers, the 5-day Marangu route also includes transfers to and from the airport, the guide(s), porters, meals and accommodation in mountain huts. A detailed list of included services can be found below.
Why choose Bookatrekking.com?
At Bookatrekking.com we care for our staff, we think and act local, and we make sure that everyone makes it home safe. We only make use of certified local guides and porters, we don't do nonsense, we eat well, and we don't like hidden costs. Uhuru is Swahili for Freedom. We like Freedom.
At Bookatrekking.com we care for our staff, we think and act local, and we make sure that everyone makes it home safe. We only make use of certified local guides and porters, we don't do nonsense, we eat well, and we don't like hidden costs. Uhuru is Swahili for Freedom. We like Freedom.
Itinerary
Day
1
Moshi – Marangu Gate (1,860 m) – Mandara Hut (2,700 m)
Duration: 03:30 h
Distance: 8 km
Ascent: 830 m
After breakfast, you'll head to Kilimanjaro National Park gate (1,840 m) where glimpses of thumbless black and white colobus monkeys amidst lush vegetation might greet you. Around 4 hours later, you'll arrive at the Mandara Hut (2,670 m), your rest point for the day.
Once rested, your guide will lead you to Maundi Crater, treating you to panoramic views of Kenya's interior. The Mandara Hut is where you'll relish your evening meal and spend the night, surrounded by the serene beauty of the mountains.
This day's journey blends nature's marvels with relaxation, leaving you with indelible memories of Kilimanjaro's diverse landscapes and unique wildlife.
Mandara hut
Day
2
Mandara Hut (2,700 m) – Horombo Hut (3,700 m)
Duration: 04:50 h
Distance: 11.9 km
Ascent: 1000 m
Your journey continues through heather-strewn paths, leading you to the brink of the neatly trimmed moorland plains, culminating at the Horombo Hut situated at 3,760 meters. On clear nights, this vantage point reveals the splendid sights of Moshi and the Pare ranges, twinkling in the distance.
Perched at the hut, you'll be treated to sweeping vistas that encompass Mawenzi and Kibo peaks, as well as the expansive Masai steppe. As the day winds down, you'll savor your evening meal and prepare for a peaceful overnight stay within the welcoming embrace of the Horombo Hut.
This segment of your journey offers both natural beauty and panoramic perspectives, creating a day that seamlessly combines adventure with relaxation amidst the remarkable landscapes of Kilimanjaro.
Horombo hut
Day
3
Horombo Hut (3,700 m) – Kibo Hut (4,700 m)
Duration: 04:10 h
Distance: 9.46 km
Ascent: 990 m
Today's goal is to reach Kibo Hut, a destination that typically takes around 5 to 6 hours of determined trekking. This stage of the journey is marked by its considerable length and challenge, as you traverse a plantless plateau that serves as a vital link between the summits of Kibo and Mawenzi.
The path you tread is one of endurance and perseverance, demanding your unwavering commitment to the journey. As each step brings you closer to Kibo Hut, the panoramic views that unfold before you serve as a testament to your dedication and the remarkable landscapes that Kilimanjaro has to offer.
Despite the difficulty, the rewards are immeasurable. The sense of accomplishment that accompanies reaching Kibo Hut, along with the camaraderie of fellow adventurers and the stunning vistas that surround you, make this segment of the expedition an unforgettable experience.
With the challenges and triumphs of the day in your heart, you'll retire to Kibo Hut, ready to rest and replenish your energy for the final push toward Kilimanjaro's summit.
Kibo hut
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