6-Day Marangu Route Christmas Kilimanjaro Trek
ID: GYG884936-1390821
Category:
Country: Tanzania
Duration:
6 days
Description
Embark on a 6-day trek to the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro on the Marangu Route. Celebrate Christmas on the highest mountain in Africa and enjoy the breathtaking views from the top.
Spend your Christmas on Mount Kilimanjaro with a 6-day trek on the Marangu Route. Reach the summit on Christmas Day and enjoy the festive season in a unique way.
Day 1: Arrival in Moshi
Arrive in Moshi and transfer to your hotel. Meet your guide for a pre-trek briefing and gear check. Enjoy a relaxing evening before your trek begins the next day.
Day 2: Marangu Gate to Mandara Hut
Start your trek at the Marangu Gate and hike through the rainforest to the Mandara Hut. Along the way, pass through the Maundi Crater and enjoy stunning views of the surrounding landscape.
Day 3: Mandara Hut to Horombo Hut
Continue your trek to the Horombo Hut. Pass through the heather and moorland zones and enjoy views of the Mawenzi and Kibo peaks.
Day 4: Acclimatization Day
Spend the day at the Horombo Hut to acclimatize to the altitude. Take a short hike to Zebra Rock and enjoy the views of the surrounding landscape.
Day 5: Horombo Hut to Kibo Hut
Continue your trek to the Kibo Hut. Pass through the alpine desert zone and enjoy views of the Kibo and Mawenzi peaks.
Day 6: Summit Day
Start your trek to the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro. Reach the summit in time to watch the sunrise. Take in the views of the surrounding landscape before beginning your descent.
Day 7: Kibo Hut to Marangu Gate
Descend to the Marangu Gate and transfer back to Moshi. Celebrate your achievement with a farewell dinner.
Highlights
- Experience the thrill of climbing Kilimanjaro on the Marangu Route
- Celebrate Christmas on the summit of the highest mountain in Africa
- Enjoy the breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape from the top
- Trek through the beautiful rainforest and moorland of Kilimanjaro
- Benefit from the expertise of a professional guide throughout the trek
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Ensure you are medically cleared for high altitude trekking.
Acclimatize properly before attempting the summit.
Stay hydrated and follow your guide's instructions for a safe climb.
INCLUDED
- Professional English-speaking guide
- All park fees
- Rescue fees
- Full board accommodation
- Drinking water
- Transport to and from the mountain
NOT INCLUDED
- Personal hiking/trekking gear
- Tips for guides and porters
- Visas
- Personal insurance
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.
