The Marangu Route is also known as the "Coca Cola" or "tourist" route. It is the easiest and shortest route to the summit. This is also the only route with the comforts of sleeping huts at every camp site with solar lights and comfortable beds. The huts are communal, and the bunks have a sponge mattress and pillow. There are 60 beds at both Mandara and Kibo Huts and 120 beds at I lorombo llut. Bathrooms and running water are available at the two lower huts. Mens' and ladies' latrines are available at the last camp but are very basic.
All climbing groups, often from several countries around the world, share meals in dining huts providing a jovial and energetic atmosphere. Soft drinks, bottled water, and beer may be for sale at the huts. Bring small Tanzanian bills to purchase these items (prices increase with elevation)
Itinerary
Day 1: Marangu Gate (6000 ft) -- Mandara Hut (9,000 ft)
Hiking time: 4 hours
Ascent hiking time: 3 -4 hours
Habitat: Montane forest
After breakfast and briefing, drive to Marangu Gate (about 45 minutes). After registration at the park gate, begin hiking through rainforest from the park gate (6000 ft) to Mandara Hut (9000 ft). This will take about 3 - 4 hours. There is a stop top half way for lunch. Reach Mandara Huts early afternoon. After a short tour at Mandara, you will have an evening meal and stay overnight at the hut. (FIB)
Day 2: Mandara Hut (2720 m ) - Marangu Gate(1879 m)
we will wake up at 4:30 am, then we will trek the vew point to watch the sunrise it take about 1h and 30 min, later we return to the mandara hut for breakfast, after breakfast the journey back to the marangu gate.
DEPART TANZANIA
This day left for your next destination. If you have safari, then might be used to beginning your safari or fly to Zanzibar or fly back home. Our vehicle will be ready to take you to the airport at your time.
Inclusion
Price Include>>National parks gate fee.>>Transport from Moshi to starting point on mountain and return to Moshi>>Hut or campaning fees.>>All 3 meals a day while on mountain.>>Two nights Accommodations in Moshi bed and breakfast, double or triple occupancy.>>Certified, experienced,English-speaking guides for all routes.>>Rescue fees.(required by natinal park)>>First aid kit.>>Cooking equipment, and eating utensils.
Exclusions
Price Exclude>>Extras at the lodges i.e. drinks, telephone, laundry etc.>>International and internal flight>>Tips(guides and porters) – recommended.>>Extra activities.
