Marangu Route 6 Days Hike Kilimanjaro: The Marangu Route 6 Days Hike on Mount Kilimanjaro offers a challenging yet rewarding adventure, culminating in the summit of the iconic peak at 19,340 feet. This trek takes you through diverse ecological zones, from lush rainforests to the stark beauty of the arctic zone, providing a unique and unforgettable experience. Guided by expert African guides, trekkers will navigate the Machame Route, known for its stunning scenery and rich biodiversity. The journey includes stays at various mountain huts along the way, offering comfortable accommodations and delicious meals. From acclimatization days to the final push to Uhuru Peak, this itinerary is designed to help climbers achieve their goal while soaking in the breathtaking landscapes of Kilimanjaro.
Respectively & great esteem you are welcome to 6 days Hiking|trekking with Kenya Natural Tours to Kilimanjaro National Park Via Marangu Route ,our itinerary as follow below.
• Rising (ft): 6,046ft to 8,858ft
• Stretch: 8 km
• Climate: Rain Forest
• Hiking time: 4-5 hours
• Shelter: Mandara Hut
Hiker(s) and Kenya Natural Tours driver will head to the Marangu Gate for the necessary formalities before beginning our trek. The track climbs through a tropical rain forest near the upper edge of the forest line where we sometimes see playful blue monkeys. The track then widens to expose beautiful hillsides until we reach Mandara Hut campsite.
• Rising (ft): 8,858ft to 12,205ft
• Stretch: 12 km
• Hiking time: 6-8 hours
• Climate habitat: Heath / Moorland
Our second day on the Marangu hiking route trail will begin with a steep ascent through the forest and opens into high moorland. If the sky is clear and with no clouds, we may get our first views of Kibo and Mawenzi peaks, two of the three volcanic peaks that make up the summit of Kilimanjaro.
• Rising (ft): 12,205ft to 14,160ft to 12,205ft
• Stretch: 10 km
• Hiking time: 3-5 hours
• Climatic Habitat: Heath
This extra day is used for acclimatization. We hike towards or all the way to Mawenzi Hut and back. The unique landscape offers motivating views of Kibo and Mawenzi.
• Rising (ft): 12,205ft to 15,430ft
• Stretch: 10 km
• Hiking time: 6-8 hours
• Climatic habitat: Alpine Desert
On day four hiker(s) will climb gradually, then cross the lunar desert of the “Saddle” between Mawenzi and Kibo to reach our campsite which sits at the bottom of the Kibo crater wall. Once at camp hiker(s) rest enjoy an early dinner and prepare for the summit hiking day.
• Rising (ft): 15,430ft to 19,341ft to 12,205ft
• Stretch: 22 km
• Hiking time: 10-13 hours
• Climatic habitat: Arctic
Hiker(s) and the team wake in the middle of the night and begin the final push to reach the Roof of Africa, The trail to Gilman’s Point is very steep and the ascent will be slow and steady. From Gilman’s, it is a traverse along the crater rim to Uhuru Peak. Hiker(s) and the team stay at the summit for a short time to take photos and enjoy the views before retracing all the way back to Horombo Hut.
• Descend (ft): 12,205ft to 6,046ft
• Stretch: 20 km
• Hiking time: 5-7 hours
• Climatic habitat: Rain Forest
A long trek is in store for today, however it is mostly downhill. Once at the park headquarters at Marangu Gate hiker(s) pick up our certificate that proves our achievement and catch our car drive transfer to hotel in Moshi.
During the climb you will be staying in huts found on the route to the peak!
During the climb you will be staying in huts found on the route to the peak!