Climbing Mt.Kilimanjaro Via Marangu 7 Days

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ID: GYG694675-1139634
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Country: Tanzania

Duration: 7 days


Description

Embrace the challenge and beauty of Kilimanjaro on a rewarding 7-day Marangu Route trek.
Embark on a transformative 7-day adventure on the Marangu Route, conquering Kilimanjaro, Africa's highest peak. This trek offers a perfect blend of challenge and scenic wonder, allowing you to acclimatize comfortably and maximize your chances of reaching the summit.

* **Day 1:** Begin your journey at Marangu Gate, stepping into a lush rainforest teeming with colorful birds and exotic plant life. The initial climb is gentle, allowing you to adjust to the increasing altitude as you traverse the dense foliage. Keep an eye out for playful colobus monkeys swinging through the trees!

* **Day 2:** As you emerge from the rainforest, the landscape transforms into a vast moorland on the Shira Plateau. Here, dotted with volcanic rock formations, you might encounter klipspringers and even elusive elephants. The temperatures dip, and the majestic peak of Kibo, Kilimanjaro's volcanic cone, begins to dominate the horizon.

* **Day 3:** Enjoy a scenic acclimatization hike on the Shira Plateau. Explore the fascinating volcanic landscape, including the Shira Ridge Camps, offering breathtaking panoramic views and crucial time for your body to adjust to the thinner air.

* **Day 4:** Spend another day acclimatizing at a higher altitude. You might take a hike to either Maundi Crater or explore nearby lava fields, soaking in the stunning scenery and allowing your body to adapt to the challenging climb ahead.

* **Day 5:** Prepare for a challenging yet rewarding day. Ascend a scree slope towards Gilman's Point under a blanket of stars. Witness a spectacular sunrise paint the sky with vibrant hues as you reach the crater rim. From here, you can choose to tackle the final push to Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa, boasting unparalleled views of the continent.

* **Day 6:** After conquering the summit (or reaching Gilman's Point), descend a different route via Mweka Camp, providing a unique perspective of the mountain. As you trek through lower slopes teeming with life, celebrate your accomplishment and savor the final moments on this remarkable journey.

* **Day 7:** Enjoy a final breakfast at Mweka Camp before a relaxed descent through the rainforest to Marangu Gate, where transportation awaits to take you back to your Moshi or Arusha accommodation.

Highlights

  • Optimized Acclimatization
  • Comfortabel Hut Stays
  • Stunning & Diverse Landscapes

Guiding languages

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When should I book?

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.


Cancellations

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.