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The 5-day Marangu route Kilimanjaro climbing package

The 5-day Marangu route Kilimanjaro climbing package is the best tour that fulfills the climber's dream to summit the highest peak in Africa. This trip is the quickest one among all the other tour packages used to climb Mount Kilimanjaro. Also, in this package, climbers can join a small group, especially solo climbers. Accommodation during this 5-day Marangu route tour is in huts and not in tents like other routes.

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The itinerary and complete circuit for the 5-day Marangu route Kilimanjaro climbing package

The circuit for the 5-day Kilimanjaro climbing package starts and ends at Marangu gate. Also, the summit day is day four and the descent will begin towards Mandara hut. So, the following is the itinerary for the complete circuit for the 5-day Marangu route Kilimanjaro climbing package.

Day 0: Arrival for the 5-day Marangu route Kilimanjaro climbing package

On this day, our driver will receive you from the airport and take you to the hotel to prepare for the tour the next day. After arriving at the hotel, you will be given a briefing about the 5-day Marangu route tour package. Also, you will check the equipment required for climbing the mountain. After that, you will rest and prepare for tomorrow.

Day 1: Climb from Marangu Gate to Mandara hut

This day starts at the hotel where the driver will take you with your crew to Marangu gate. At the gate, you will be registered and start your journey to Mandara hut. It is an 8 km journey that takes 3 to 4 hours depending on the condition of the climber.

So, you will walk through the dense rainforest until you reach Mandara. Also, the temperature here ranges from 15°C to 25°C, and the oxygen level is high. After arriving you will have food and rest for tomorrow's walk.

Day 2: Climb from Mandara hut to Horombo hut

Today is a walk from Mandara hut to Horombo hut where it takes 5 to 7 hours for a distance of 12 kilometers. So, on the way the scenery changes from rainforest land to moorland where the vegetation is sparse.

After arriving at Horombo hut, where the altitude is 3,720 meters, you will rest and prepare for the next day. Also, the oxygen level decreases and the temperature ranges from 10°C to 20°C depending on the season.

Day 3: Climb from Horombo hut to Kibo hut

This day starts from Horombo hut towards Kibo hut which is a distance of 10 kilometers and it takes 6 to 8 hours to reach the hut site. Also, this area has a moorland landscape which increases the ability to enjoy the attractive mountain environment.

So, later you will arrive at Kibo hut and you will have food and rest to prepare for the summit the next day. Kibo Hut is located at an altitude of 4,703 meters where oxygen and temperature decrease and range from 5°C to 10°C.

Day 4: Climb from Kibo hut to Uhuru Peak to Mandara hut

This is the day to go to the summit in order to fulfill the goal of the 5-day Marangu route Kilimanjaro climbing package So, the journey to the summit starts at midnight when it is a special time to witness the sunrise at the top of Uhuru Peak. It is a distance of 6 kilometers and takes approximately 6 to 8 hours depending on the walking speed.

Later you will reach the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro - Uhuru Peak and celebrate and then descend towards Horombo hut. Where from Uhuru Peak to Horombo is a distance of 17 kilometers and takes 6 to 8 hours depending on the hiker's pace.

So, after reaching Horombo, you will rest and get a hot meal. Also, you will a certificate of honor to congratulate you for reaching the highest peak in Africa. So, you will be prepared on the last day for departure.

Day 5: Descend from Mandara hut to Marangu Gate

So, after finishing the summit and arriving at Horombo, today you will leave and go to Marangu gate. It is a distance of 18 kilometers and since it is a descent, the climber spends 5 to 7 hours. So, after arriving at the gate, our driver will receive you and be ready to leave. The driver will take you to the hotel or airport directly according to the passenger's needs.

And this is the end of the 5-day Marangu route tour. Also, the 5-day Kilimanjaro climbing package can be done for budget, mid-range, and luxury. So, you can contact us to be able to make a tour according to your budget.

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