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8 Days Trek - Marangu Route Tarantula Adventure Safaris

Kilimanjaro

Tanzania

Description

The Marangu Route (also known as the "Coca-Cola" route) is one of the most popular routes up Kilimanjaro. Its well-developed paths and gentle ascent (with the exception of the summit day itself) make this route popular with less experienced mountain hikers. The accommodation is located in simple, but wind sheltered mountain huts.
This offers a certain advantage, since it can be quite cold in the higher altitudes on the mountain. The ascent and descent take place in the same way. We recommend the Marangu route as a 6-day tour with an additional acclimatization day at the Horombo Hut. This acclimatization day significantly increases the chance of a summit success.
Highlights:
 The only route with accommodation in huts
 Ascent and descent take place on the same route
 Gentle ascent on well-developed path, few steeper sections
 Good acclimatization possible (as 6 days tour)
 Total distance about 73 km (as 6-day tour)
Daily Stages / Walking Times:

Day Overnight Staying in Huts Hours Kilometers
1 Marangu Gate (1860 m) - Mandara Hut (2700 m) 3-4 h 8
2 Mandara Hut (2700 m) - Horombo Hut (3700 m) 5-6 h 11
3 Horombo Hut (3700 m) - Zebra Rocks (3980 m) - Horombo Hut (3700 m) 3 h 5
4 Horombo Hut (3700 m) - Kibo Hut (4700 m) 5-6 h 10
4 Kibo Hut (4700 m) - Uhuru Peak (5895 m) - Horombo Hut (3700 m) 12-14 h 20
4 Horombo Hut (3700 m) - Marangu Gate (1860 m) 4-6 h 19

Highlights

Summit the 5,036 m Vinicunca viewpoint with a licensed mountain guide

Two acclimatisation days in the Sacred Valley before the ascent

Small groups of 12 walkers, with support horses available on the climb

Itinerary
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Day 1, Day 1: Arrival/Kilimanjaro Airport - Moshi Town
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Pick up from Kilimanjaro International Airport and transfer to Moshi Town for Overnight at The Maridadi Hotel / Lindrin Lodge - (BB)

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Day 2, Day 2: Marangu Gate (1860m) - Mandara Hut (2700m)
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After breakfast we drive to the Kilimanjaro National Park gate. Once the necessary formalities are completed, your hike through the dense rainforest can begin. Besides the impressive vegetation, you have the opportunity to observe black and white colobus monkeys, blue monkeys and various bird species. After about 3-4 hours, you will reach the day ‘s destination - the Mandara Hut. After a well-earned rest, you can take a short trip to Maundi crater (15 minutes away) with your guide. The great view of Kilimanjaro of north Tanzania and into Kenya is worth the extra effort in good weather.
Dinner and Overnight at Mandara Hut.

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Day 3, Day 3: Mandara Hut (2700m) - Horombo Hut (3700m)
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The day begins with an early breakfast. Shortly after you have left Mandara Hut, you will reach the timberline and then enter the heath and moor zone. After a 5–6-hour hike, you will reach the Horombo Hut, which is located at 3700 meters. From the hut, you will have fantastic views overlooking Mawenzi, Kibo and the wide plain of the Maasai steppe.
Meal Plan: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner and Overnight at Horombo Hut

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Day 4, Day 4: Horombo Hut (3700m) - Zebra Rocks (3980m) - Horombo Hut (3700m)
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Today serves as an acclimatization day. This should not be underestimated and will greatly improve your chances of success in reaching the summit. After a relaxed breakfast, your route will lead you today to Zebra Rocks (3980m). The striking black-and-white stripes give the rock formation its name. On your return to Horombo Hut, a warm lunch will be waiting for you. In the afternoon, you can rest and gather your strength for the next day hike. Dinner and overnight at the Horombo Hut.
Meal Plan: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner

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Day 5, Day 5: Horombo Hut (3700m) - Kibo Hut (4700m)
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Today’s stage is long and tough. The well-built trail passes the “Last Waterpoint” which is followed by the so-called “saddle”. This nearly vegetation less plateau joins the main summit Kibo with Mawenzi. Today’s destination is the Kibo Hut, which is usually reached in about 5 - 6 hours. Here you will enjoy an early evening meal followed by an early night as the night will be short.
Meal Plan: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner at Kibo Hut

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Day 6, Day 6: Kibo Hut (4700m) - Uhuru Peak (5895m) - Horombo Hut (3700m)
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Today is the great day - Summit Day! This begins at night because the lava ash is still frozen and so the ascent is easier. Your guide wakes you around 11pm, and an hour later the long and strenuous way to the summit begins. Passing the Hans Meyer Cave at 5220m, the climb slowly but surely ascends. At sunrise, you will reach Gillman’s Point (5681m) – the crater rim of Kilimanjaro – where the sun will slowly start to warm up the land. You quickly forget the coldness of the night and will reach the Uhuru Peak at 5895 meters after another 1-2 hours. Congratulations! You ‘ve made it to the "Roof of Africa". Enjoy this moment... The route back down follows the same path; the lava ash will now have thawed, which allows for a fast descent. On your return to Kibo Hut, a warm meal awaits you and you can regain your strength. After a 1–2-hour rest, you will continue to Horombo Hut (3700m) where you will arrive in the afternoon. After an evening meal, most mountain conquerors understandably retire early to bed!
Meal Plan: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner at Horombo Hut

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Day 7, Day 7: Horombo Hut (3700m) - Marangu Gate (1860m) – Moshi Town
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The final stage leads through heath and moorland to Mandara Hut (2700m), where a warm lunch will be waiting for you. Then you will once again pass through the tropical rainforest, and after a total time of 6 hours trekking, you will be back at the Kilimanjaro National Park Gate (1860m). After leaving your mountain team, you will be transferred to your hotel. Here you can finally enjoy a hot and relaxing shower and celebrate your summit success.
Dinner and Overnight at The Maridadi Hotel / Lindrin Lodge - (HB)
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

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Day 8, Day 8: Moshi Town - Kilimanjaro International Airport / Departure
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After breakfast, transfer to the Kilimanjaro International Airport for your Departure flight back home.
Price for the Above Itinerary:
1 Pax - 6 Days USD 2,793 Per Single Person
2 Pax - 6 Days USD 2,410 Per Person
3-4 Pax - 6 Days USD 2,226 Per Person
5-6 Pax - 6 Days USD 2,179 Per Person
NB: For a Group of above 7 Pax, please request for a Quote

Includes & Excludes

Safari according to the itinerary and Accommodation Prices.

Professional English-speaking driver-guide

Accommodation as specified

Drinking water during safari

Park entry fees applicable to the itinerary

Game drives according to the itinerary

Hotel pickup and drop-off in Arusha

Government taxes and applicable tourism service charges

International flights

Travel and medical insurance

Tanzania visa

Tips for guide and safari staff

Tips and personal expenses

Personal shopping and souvenirs

Laundry and Optional activities

Additional accommodation before or after the safari

Alcoholic and soft drinks other than the provided drinking water

Any service not specifically listed under “What’s Included”

Tour Details
Date

Around the year

Destination

Tanzania

Duration

8 Day

Departure

Depends On Arrival

Return

Depends On Arrival

Group Size

2+ travellers min

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