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KILIMANJARO CLIMB 6 DAYS 5 NIGHTS
MARANGU ROUTE

 
DAY 1
After 1 hr drive to Marangu gate, walk for 3 to 4 hours along t he rain forest trail to
overnight in Mandara Hut (2700m).

DAY 2
Depart from Mandara Hut for 5 to 7 hrs, 11km walk that passes through a short stretch of forest to Maundi Crater, well worth the start detour to the rim for a superb view of Kilimanjaro. The trail continues across a meadow and a wooded stream to emerges into grassland and crosses numerous open moorland ravines before you overnight at Horombo Hut, 3720mhigh, in a rocky valley.

 

DAY 3
Some climbers suffer from breathlessness, irritability and headaches, so its-essential to spend a day being properly acclimatized. Ascend high up into the saddle on 2 to 3 hours trek then relax for lunch. As you descend again to spend a second night in Horombo Hut, you will appreciate and discover the secret of successful acclimatization.

DAY 4
Trek for about 6 hours through rocky and rugged terrain, past the last water point to overnight at Kibo Hut (4700m), the last hut before the summit.

DAY 5
Depart shortly after midnight, when the loose stone is frozen making it easier to climb on 10 to 12 hr trek. Travel across an uneven trail that leads to Hans Meyer cave, a good resting place. Then though regular switchbacks most of the way to the top, with a last minute scramble over rocks to the rim of the crater at 5685m, past Stella point, to conquer Uhuru peak, the highest point in Africa and enjoy stunning views of the ice walls offset by rugged rocks. After a fast descent to Kibo Hut for tea and rest, continue to Horombo Hut, to overnight.

DAY 6
After an easy 5 to 6 hours descent to Marangu gate, a car will be waiting to transfer you to your hotel for a long overdue hot shower, with time to relax and celebrate your conquest.