Kilimanjaro - 6 day Marangu Route + 2 hotel nights
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Based on 6 Reviews
- duration 8 days
- tour type Group
- age requirement 5-79 yrs
- guiding method Fully guided
- Maximum altitude 5895 meters
- Trek difficulty Hard
- Tour Code BM-1599
- Footprint Carbonneutral CO2 emissions resulting from all trips on Bookmundi will be offset via investments in carbon reduction projects.
- Operated in English
- Starts/Ends Moshi, Tanzania
HIGHLIGHTS
- Famously known as the 'Coca Cola' route
- Experience the sunrise from the roof of Africa
- Sleep in dormitory style huts
The Marangu route, famously known as the "Coca-Cola" route as you can get a bottle of Coca-Cola at each hut, is the original route established to climb Kilimanjaro. The Marangu route is often billed as one of the easier walking routes, however, according to KINAPA it suffers from the lowest success rate (42%) as too many climbers try to do it in only 5 days and fail because of poor acclimatisation. We've built in an extra day's acclimatisation for you, greatly improving the success rate.
Approaching Mount Kilimanjaro from the southeast, the Marangu route uses the same ascent and descent route which means it is less scenic than the other routes. For climbers who do not wish to camp, then Marangu is the only route that offers dormitory-style hut accommodation. The huts have a communal dining room, simple washrooms and toilets which lower down will be flushable, but as you move higher up the mountain will be "long drop" loos.
Although some climbers like the idea of staying in the huts rather than camping, you need to remember that on the Marangu route you will be sharing the hut with lots of other climbers in open dormitory accommodation. Bring ear plugs just in case!
Approaching Mount Kilimanjaro from the southeast, the Marangu route uses the same ascent and descent route which means it is less scenic than the other routes. For climbers who do not wish to camp, then Marangu is the only route that offers dormitory-style hut accommodation. The huts have a communal dining room, simple washrooms and toilets which lower down will be flushable, but as you move higher up the mountain will be "long drop" loos.
Although some climbers like the idea of staying in the huts rather than camping, you need to remember that on the Marangu route you will be sharing the hut with lots of other climbers in open dormitory accommodation. Bring ear plugs just in case!
ITINERARY
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Day 1: Day 1: Arrive in Kilimanjaro, transfer to hotel
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Day 2: Day 2: From Marangu Gate to Mandara Hut
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Day 3: Day 3: From Mandara Hut to Horombo Hut
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Day 4: Day 4: Acclimatisation Day at Horombo Hut
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Day 5: Day 5: From Horombo Hut to Kibo Hut
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Day 6: Day 6: From Kibo Hut to summit at Uhuru Peak, descent t
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Day 7: Day 7: Descent from Horombo Hut to Marangu Gate
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Day 8: Day 8: Depart Kilimanjaro
WHAT'S INCLUDED
- Airport transfers return
- All transport to and from the mountain
- All National Park entrance and camp site fees.
- All food - 3 hot meals a day and drinking water
- A fully supported climb (average ratio of support staff to climber is 4:1 in open groups)
- A private portable toilet
- High quality mess and sleeping tents with a comfortable foam mattress
- Access to emergency oxygen and first aid kit
- A certificate documenting your summit ascent
- International flights
- Travel insurance
- Crew tips
- Personal trekking gear
- Snacks and personal medications
- Visas and vaccinations
CUSTOMER REVIEWS
5 - Excellent
Based on 6 reviews
Kilimanjaro – Excellent tour
Awesome experience all round
Fantastic experience in Kilimanjaro
Amazing Kilimanjaro and safari experience
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5 - Excellent
What can I say. This was the most amazing trip of my lifetime. Everything about it was truly exceptional. From the pre-trip organisation and advice, to the safety and care from the whole team in Moshi. The team of guides led... Read more
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5 - Excellent
The whole experience was simply amazing from start to finish! I thoroughly enjoyed it, and would like to give a big shout out to the 3 guides Abraham, Deus and Amadeus, as well as the cook and the 24 porters... it was completely... Read more
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5 - Excellent
I had a great experience with Kandoo. Before the trek any question and email was answered quickly. During the trek we felt that anything we needed or wanted could be taken care of. The team made us feel that they were there for... Read more
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5 - Excellent
Mt. Kilimanjaro Trek, Marangu Route with Kandoo AdventuresWe wanted to write and give our testimony to all the sweet facts regarding the Kandoo Adventures and the Team that you employ.First, we selected Kandoo for our Trekking... Read more
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GOOD TO KNOW
CANCELLATION
10% Deposit payable upfront. Remaining balance payable 45 days prior to trip departure. Free cancellation up to 45 days prior departure. No refund applicable within 45 days of departure.
PaymentA deposit of 10% is required when booking this tour. The remaining balance will be charged 45 days prior departure. For any bookings within 45 days of departure, the full tour amount will be charged upon booking.
Travel InsuranceWe advise to take out Travel Insurance to cover for any unforeseen circumstances. Bookmundi recommends World Nomads' travel insurance.
Other Practical InformationWe run at least one open group Marangu route each month, and often more. Each group can accommodate 12 people, and we guarantee to run every booked climb, no exceptions. We can also arrange a private trek on any date that works for you.
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