Mt. Kilimanjaro: The Rooftop of Africa – RY Marketplace

– 6 Day / 5 Night fully guided hiking adventure
– Tackle one of the Seven Summits and world’s greatest natural wonders
– Pass through a green forest surrounded by a dry savannah
– A transformational experience at the rooftop of Africa
– Shared hut lodging route

Description

There are different routes to reach the top of the mountain and this time we are going to use the Marangu Route known as the “Coca-Cola” route, the Marangu route is a classic trek on Mount Kilimanjaro. It is the oldest, most well established route. Many favour the Marangu route because it is considered to be the easiest path on the mountain, given its gradual slope. It is also the only route which offers sleeping huts (with dorm beds) for all nights of the trek.IMPORTANT: Just because this is the the easiest route, that doesn’t mean it is easy. This is still a very demanding mental and physical challenge. The minimum days required for this route is five, although the probability of successfully reaching the top in that time period is quite low. Spending an extra acclimatization day on the mountain is highly recommended when climbing Kilimanjaro using the Marangu route. However, despite its immense popularity, we avoid leading climbs on the Marangu route because of the traffic.

Who This Experience Is Good For

This trek is for people who enjoy a physically and mentally challenging trek with a beautiful payoff. Everyone who can should climb this magical mountain at least once in their lives to get a taste of the iconic African experience. Hiking Mount Kilimanjaro even if not to the summit, this is still an adventure you will remember for the rest of your life. The summit at 6,000 meters, and if you make it, you may party and take in the breathtaking views of Tanzania.

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Itinerary

Marangu Route – 6 Days Itinerary.

Day 0: Pre-trek Briefing

This will take place at least one day before the start of the trek. Today we will spend time having a pre-trek briefing. We will also review your equipment and rent any equipment which is needed.

Day 1: Hotel to Mandara Hut

Elevation: 1860m/6100 ft to 2700m/8875ft
Distance: 8 km/5 mi
Hiking Time: 3-4 hours
Habitat: Montane Forest
Meals: Lunch and Dinner

After early light breakfast at co working space and briefing, drive to the Kilimanjaro National Park Gate (about 1 hour), register and commence the climb. Walk through the rainforest to the Mandara encampment. A side trip to Maundi Crater is a good way to see the surroundings including Northern Tanzania and Kenya. Look for towering Eucalyptus trees, bird life, and Colobus monkeys in the rainforest.

Day 2: Mandara Hut to Horombo Hut

Elevation: 2700m/8875 ft to 3700m/12,200ft
Distance: 12km/7.5mi
Hiking Time: 5-6 hours
Habitat: Heathland
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

You leave the glades of the rain-forest and follow an ascending path on the open moorlands to the Horombo encampment. Views of Mawenzi and the summit of Kibo are amazing. Look for giant lobelias and groundsels. You may begin to feel the effects of the altitude.

Day 3: Rest Day at Horombo Hut

Elevation: 3700m/12,200ft
Distance: 0km/0mi
Hiking Time: 0 hours
Habitat: Heathland
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Rest Day at Horombo Hut with optional hike by Mawenzi Peak.

Day 4: Horombo Hut to Kibo Hut

Elevation: 3700m/12,200ft to 4700m/15,500ft
Distance: 9 km/5.5mi
Hiking Time: 5-6 hours
Habitat: Alpine Desert
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Ascending, we now pass the last watering point, walking onto the saddle of Kilimanjaro between the peaks of Kibo and Mawenzi. Vegetation begins with the upper heathland but then disappears into “moonscape”. Dinner, rest, and prepare for summit climb.

Day 5: Kibo Hut to Summit to Horombo Hut

Elevation: 4700m/15,500ft to 5895m/19,340ft
Down to 3700m/12,200ft
Distance: 6 km/4mi up / 15km/9mi down
Hiking Time: 6-8 hours up / 15km/9mi down
Habitat: Alpine Desert
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Very early in the morning (midnight to 2 am), commence the climb to the summit on steep and heavy scree or snow up to Gilman’s point located on the crater rim. Continuing, we now ascend to Uhuru Peak, which is the highest point in Africa. There are unbelievable views at every turn. Have your picture taken at the summit to show your friends and family. From here we descend, stopping for lunch and a rest at Kibo before continuing on to the Horombo encampment.

Day 6: Horombo Hut to Moshi

Elevation: 3700m/12,200ft to 1700m/5500ft
Distance: 20km/12.5mi
Hiking Time: 4-5 hours
Habitat: Forest
Meals: Breakfast

After breakfast, a steady descent takes us down through the moorland to the Mandara Hut. Continue descending through a lush forest path to the National Park gate at Marangu. At lower elevations, it can be wet and muddy. Gaiters and trekking poles will help. Shorts and t-shirts will probably be plenty to wear (keep rain gear and warmer clothing handy). A vehicle will be waiting for you at Marangu gate to drive you back to Arusha.

What’s Included

– Private transfer from and to Arusha (RY co working space)– Hut or camping fees– All park fees– Salary for crew ( guide, porters and cook)– Rescue fees– Three meals per day (breakfast, lunch, dinner & mineral water), except on transfer days– Dorm beds (foam sleeping pads) in sleeping huts, 6 people per hut- Cooking equipment, eating utensils– Oxygen cylinder and Oxi-meter– All government tax (VAT)– Flying Doctors Service

What’s Not Included

– Tip for crew (Guide, Porter and Cook)– Extra personal needs and/or equipment

– Toiletries

– Extra snacks and protein bars needed for personal sustainability

Know Before You Go

– Minimum Needed: 4 people
– Maximum Capacity: 12 people
– Booking Deadline: 14 days before event
– Weather Dependent: No, trek will happen rain or shine
– Difficulty Level: Hard – You are climbing Africa’s highest peak. We chose the simplest route possible. Come mentally prepared to make a big accomplishment.
– Special Clothing Required: Yes, comfortable trekking
– Special Dietary Restrictions: All dietary needs catered with advance notice
– Extra Cash: Needed for tipping / donation / additional services – Recommended cash for tips per day per person on the tip – Guide $20, Chef $15, Porter $10
– Accommodation: This is the only route that has sleeping huts (instead of tents). Each hut has 6 dorm beds.
– Transportation: There will be all transfers included from Arusha to Mt Kilimanjaro and back to Arusha
– Additional Information: Pack items that will make you more comfortable during your hike include: Bug spray, Sunscreen, Pain killers, Packed water and snacks are highly encouraged for trekking. Personal mountain equipment recommended and available for rent includes: Warm jacket, Warm trouser, camel baks, Rain trousers, Rain jacket, Long underwear, Thermal top long sleeve, Hiking boots, Warm socks, Head lamps, Waterproof gloves, Liner gloves, Fleece/sweater, Fleece trouser, Warm hat, Sun hat

What is the refund policy?

If you need to cancel your booking, no problem! Just send us an email at [email protected] with your Order # and let us know. If you cancel within 24 hours, you’ll receive a full refund. If it’s outside of the 24 hour window, don’t worry – our Local City Team will take a look and do their best to issue a refund if possible. Keep in mind, some financial commitments may have already been made, but if the minimum number of participants for the event is still met, we’ll do our best to give you your money back. If something unexpected comes up – like extreme weather or last-minute cancellations from our suppliers, don’t worry! In those cases, we’ll automatically process a refund for you. Just allow us 7-10 days to complete the process.

What happens if my booking is changed/cancelled due to weather?

Let’s be real – no one can control the weather, and sometimes things just don’t go as planned. But don’t worry, your City Manager is here to help and will do their best to come up with a solution if an event is affected. We understand that everyone’s schedule is different, so while we can’t guarantee a make-up option will work for everyone, we promise to try our hardest. If you’re unable to attend the make-up date, no problem – we’ll give you a full refund for your booking.

I have a discount or gift code, can I use it to complete my purchase?

Yes, once you add your item to your cart and check out, you will be able to input the code before completing the purchase. If you need help finding your code, please double check your inbox. You received an email from Marketplace with the code.

Can I book for a friend / family member?

Sure! We welcome your friends and family coming to visit you while you travel the world. We do, however, reserve the right to deny access to Friends / Family who are over using RY Services.

I haven’t received a booking confirmation email, can you help?

Please reach out to us at [email protected] and we’ll help. In some cases, you may have multiple emails associated on the Marketplace and this is causing some confusion. Reach out and we’ll do our best to sort it out!

If I cannot attend, can I transfer my ticket to someone else?

Yes, you may transfer your booking to another Nation Member or Family/Friend. Please notify the City Manager as soon as possible to confirm the change. Please note, in the case of special dietary requirements, we might not be able to accommodate special requests on last minute changes. Any bookings that require advanced ticketing linked to an individual’s ID might not be approved.

Will I be able to work on this experience?

If you have to check in with work at any point during the scheduled time, we recommend confirming with the City Manager before booking.

I’m a Nation Member but not on an active program, can I still book?

We will always prioritize Remotes who are traveling with an active program on experiences. You may be able to book but there is a chance the City Manager will reach out to let you know we have to release your spot for an active Remote. If you’re in a city but not traveling with a program, we recommend reaching out to the City Manager on the Hub to confirm before booking.