Climb Kilimanjaro - Mangaru Route (Silver) - 6 nights
Kilimanjaro
The Marangu Route:
Often considered the easiest and one of the most popular routes to the summit, the Marangu route is used by almost 40% of all climbers and uses comfortable mountain huts with solar power lighting.
It is suitable for those adventurers who are not particularly experienced in the mountains, therefore classified as a moderate trek rather than a climb. Although the trail can be a little crowded at certain times of the year, the views are beautiful and each day of walking progresses through a different climate zone, adding considerably to the interest of the trek. The real highlight is the walk from Gillman’s point along the crater rim to Uhuru Peak, passing close to the spectacular glaciers and ice cliffs that occupy most of the summit area. The views as the sun rises behind M awenzi on a clear morning are absolutely magnificent - The Rift Valley, Mt. Meru and the Masai Steppes stand out from the endless plains, almost three vertical miles below.
Highlights
- Easiest and one of the most popular routes to the summit.
- Comfortable mountain huts with solar power lighting.
- Moderate trek.
- Private tour with mountain guide and porters.
- Additional Information
Tour starts at Kilimanjaro Airport and ends at Kilimanjaro Airport (depart after breakfast on day of departure).
Tour operates daily on a private basis.
7 days / 6 nights
Please note:-
An extra Acclimatisation Night can be added between Day 3 & Day 4 (extra cost) and will make it a 7 night climb.
TOUR RATE INCLUDES THE FOLLOWING:
• Meet and greet at Kilimanjaro International Airport.
• Mountain guide and porters.
• Transfers as specified.
• All pre and post climb accommodation as mentioned.
• All accommodation and meals* on the mountain.
• All park fees, hut fees and rescue fees**.
• Government taxes.
THE CLASSIC SILVER RATE DOES NOT INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING:
• International flights.
• Visa fee.
• Airport tax (pay direct).
• Driver guide, mountain guide and porters gratuities (suggested approximately USD $350pp).
• Climbing gear - if required can be hired locallly.
• Drinks, dining room tips, porterage, personal travel and baggage insurance.
• Telephone bill, laundry and any items of a personal nature.
EQUIPMENT NEEDED FOR THE CLIMB
KIT LIST:
• Small backpack (20 – 40 liters) for your daily necessities;
• Large duffel bag for your belongings, which will be carried by a porter (80 – 120 liters);
• Sleeping bag (designed for up to − 15°C);
• Rain poncho, a water-proof covering for your backpack;
• Hiking boots with a water-repellent layer and good protector;
• Gym shoes for the first days of the climb and to change at the camp;
• Hiking pants for the first days of the climb (2 pairs);
• Waterproof pants;
• Warm ski pants (designed for −15°C);
• T-shirts, long sleeve shirts (4–5 pieces);
• Soft-shell or fleece jacket;
• Windproof jacket;
• Insulated jacket for -15°C is an absolute necessity for the final ascent to the summit;
• Thermal underwear for active sports (preferably 2 pairs);
• Light trekking gloves;
• Mittens/gloves designed for −15°C for the final ascent to the summit;
• Hiking socks (4 – 5 pairs);
• Gaiters for protection against dust/snow;
• Cap/panama hat/hat to protect your face and neck against the equatorial sun;
• Fleece hat;
• Balaclava for wind protection during the final summit ascent;
• Alpine sunglasses or goggles (don't take cheap Chinese sunglasses); • Headlamp + extra batteries;
• Trekking poles;
• Water flasks (2 liters in total); the flask may be substituted by a water bladder instal led in your backpack;
• SPF 40-50+ sunblock;
• Lip balm;
• Towel, soap, toothpaste, toothbrush;
• Personal medication in case of a chronic disease;
Please note:-
We do not offer a shared option for this climb. Private basis climb programmes use shared Alpine Huts and it is likley that there will be other climbers on the same itinerary throughout the climb. On private basis, you have your own mountain guide and porters. Alll transfers are on a shared basis.
Suggested tip amount is a recommendation only of the amount each climber should budget to pay the climb staff. Actual tips are at the climbers’ discretion.
Single Supplement on this climb applies only to the nights at the base hotel. Alpine huts on the mountain feature dormitory type accommodation and single occupancy is not possible.
Extra nights can be added at the Springlands Hotel if required (at an extra charge).
This itinerary is not suitable for children under 12 years old. There is no discount for children.
The itinerary may need to be re-routed or accommodated in similar lodges in case of non-availability. Prices for domestic flights, airport taxes or park fees may be changed without prior notice.
Passengers should bring only soft sided bags on safaris. Baggage on internal flights is strictly limited to 15kgs per person (including hand luggage). Any excess baggage will be charged by the airline at check-in.
All the passengers must have Identification Card/Passport with them for internal flights.
Passengers arriving to Tanzania may be asked to present a valid Yellow Fever Vaccination Certificate
*Meals on the mountain are prepared for high carbohydrate intake to facilitate climbing. They are not hotel standard meals and will be basic. Special diets can be catered to with advance notice.
**Rescue fee covers evacuation from the mountain to the park gate only. It does not cover any medical treatment at all, or transportation to the local hospital. We recommend that travellers purchase travel insurance with medical and evacuation cover.
Other climbing itineraries are available on request.
