Mt Kilimanjaro Trek - Marangu Route - 7 Days
Who is this trip for
Genders
- Female40%
- Male60%
Average age
Start / End
- Moshi
- Moshi
Physical rating
Group size
1 - 12Meals included
15Highlights
- Sleep in mountain huts on the trek
- Witness Africa from atop its highest mountain
- Marvel at sunrise on the summit
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Summary
At 5,895m (19,340 ft), Mt Kilimanjaro is Africa's highest peak and this adventure along the Marangu Route will get you to the top safely, quickly, and with your budget in mind. Overnight in mountain huts and awake ready to conquer the slopes. Affectionately known as the Coca-Cola Route due to its popularity, Marangu covers forests, moorlands, and the Saddle (a high-altitude desert), on its way to Kibo Hut. This is the quickest route to the summit — with a catch: The trail is well-maintained but because of the quick ascent, the success rate is not as high as other routes. Local guides, cooks, and porters will provide support during your trek and at mountain huts along the way.
Itinerary
Day 1
Moshi
Arrive in Moshi and head to the hotel. Attend a pre-departure meeting with the local guide to go over last minute details of the trip.
Day 2
Moshi/Mandara Huts
Most days the hiking will begin early in the morning, with hikes of around 5 to 6 hours. The guides will set a moderate pace, so as to allow for time to acclimatize to the altitude changes. Guides will continually repeat the words, “pole pole” (po-ly, po-ly), which means “go slowly” in Swahili.
Day 3
Mandara Huts/Horombo Huts
Hike through the heather and moorland zone to Horombo Hut.
Day 4
Horombo Huts/Kibo Huts
Proceed onto the Kilimanjaro Saddle, through a desertlike alpine zone, to Kibo Hut.
Day 5
Kibo Huts/Horombo Huts
Night hike to the summit via Stella Point. Appreciate the beautiful sunrise from the roof of Africa, then descend back to Horombo Hut.
Day 6
Horombo Huts/Moshi
Transfer by shuttle bus to Moshi. Time to relax, take a shower, and celebrate with a drink. Cheers to climbing Mt Kilimanjaro! Before dinner, you will be welcomed and congratulated on your climb by the mamas of the Moshi Women’s Cooperative, a project supported by the tour operator. They will present you with a gift and a certificate to remember all your efforts on the mountain.
Opt to pre-book the Lala Salama Spa & Beauty Aromatherapy Massage, which partners with Moshi Women's Cooperative, by adding it to your checkout page, or ask your GCO or travel agent for assistance.
Day 7
Moshi
Tour ends at approximately 8:00 am.
What's Included
Accommodation
Simple hotels (2 nts), mountain huts (4 nts).
Meals
Breakfasts: 6, Lunches: 5, Dinners: 4
Vegetarian options are available on all meals throughout the adventure.
Vegetarian options availableLocal Guide
GuidedThis adventure is led by a local guide throughout. The main language of this adventure is English. Please contact us for other languages available.
Wifi
Wifi is available during the adventure. In some areas and / or accommodation / transport Wifi may be free.
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Customer reviews & ratings
I am so greatful for the experience, and that I had the exact team of guides with us. They did so much more than they had to, which makes the experience complete! Special thanks to Frances and Doudi who made it possible for me to make it to the top. Like I told them: that they carried my daypack helped a lot, but what stood out the most was their mental support. Their motivational words all the time, them showing they believed in me, �positive mind, dont let the negative thoughts enter�, the singing, the hugs, the high fives and the cheering on. That was what made them and the trip so special. I will recommend g-adventures and the team to anyone that wants to climb Kilimanjaro. Oh, and also, the food was delicious, especially the soups!! How can someone cook like that in the mountain?! I am so happy with my own experience, only heard positive experiences and the guides themselves speaks highly of the company.
Marie Lillenes Aug, 2024 VerifiedThe perfect way to celebrate the entrance to my thirties! One of the best experiences of my life, I only had to think about how to put one foot in front of the other, the great G family to care of the rest! It is a company where you get a lot for your money, always feel safe and well taken care of, that cares about the local community so you feel like you are able to contribute as well to the locals and not let tourism ruin their community or culture
Amalie Aker? Aug, 2024 Verified
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