| Ideal for the
less-experienced climber, the Marangu Route is
the easiest and most popular route to the
summit. It is actually classified as a
moderate trek rather than a climb and offers
accommodation in mountain huts.
Day 1:
Transfer from Arusha to your hotel.
Evening briefing and equipment check.
Day 2: Drive to the mountain and start
trekking through beautiful rainforest. 3-4
hours’ walking.
Day 3: Leave the forest and cross
moorland filled with high heather. 5-6 hours’
walking.
Day 4: Cross the saddle with its lunar
landscape. 5-6 hours’ walking.
Day 5: Depart during the early hours
for the final ascent to Gilman’s Point to
watch the sunrise, then on to Uhuru Peak.
11-15 hours’ walking.
Day 6: Easy-paced trek down to the main
gate 5-6 hours’ walking. Transfer to your
hotel.
Day 7: Morning transfer for your onward
arrangements. |
