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 MOUNTAIN KILIMANJARO FOR ALL (MOKIA) 2024

                                              7 DAYS MARANGU ROUTE

Information Background

The Marangu route is sometimes called the Coca-Cola Route because it is relatively easy. It is referred to as the tourist route due to the services available on the way to the summit. Unlike other routes, it is relatively easy, has a low success rate because many unfit people attempt Kili trek via this route and fail, it is a popular route and accommodation is in huts. Many trekkers prefer it. It is also beautiful, the easiest and shortest route. Ascent and descent are done on the same path.

Day 1: Pick up from Kilimanjaro Airport by a Zara representative and then transferred to Springlands hotel in Moshi for overnight and morning breakfast.

Day 2: After breakfast, drive from Springlands hotel to Marangu gate then hike to Mandara hut. 

Day 3: Mandara Huts (2,740 m/9,000 ft) to Horombo Huts (3,690 m/12,100 ft) 11 km, 6-8 hours Heath land

Day 4: Acclimatization day on the mountain. Hike to Zebra rock for Acclimatization. 

Day 5: Horombo Huts (3,690 m/12,100 ft) to Kibo Huts (4,695 m/15,400 ft) 10 km, 6-8 hours Alpine Desert

Day 6: Summit Day!Kibo Huts 4,695 m/15,400 ft)to Uhuru Peak (5,895 m/19,340 ft)to Horombo Huts (3,690 m/12,100 ft) 4 km up, 14 km down 10-15 hours Alpine Desert.

Day 7: Horombo Huts (3,690 m/12,100 ft) to Marangu Gate (1,830 m/6,000 ft) to Moshi (890 m/2,920 ft) 18 km, 5-7 hours: at Springlands hotel for overnight; bed and breakfast

Day 8: After breakfast Transfer to Airport flight back home. 

PRICES ARE INCLUSIVE OF:

• 2 Nights’ accommodation at Springlands Hotel – Full Board Basis
• Airport transfers.
• All park fees
• National Park approved guides and porters
• 18% VAT
• Accommodation on the mountain (Three-man mountain tents used for two people only on all routes except for Marangu Route as accommodation is in huts.) Stools, a mess tent and hot water for washing are provided on the mountain.
• Meals on the mountain hotel to the Starting point of the mountain and return to Moshi at Springlands 
• Transport from Moshi at Springlands hotel

Prices do not include:

• Tips to driver, porters and guide
• Visas
• Insurance
• Items of personal nature
• Climbing gear – sleeping bags, shoes etc.

Health Requirements 

Please note you will need a Yellow Fever Inoculation, this must be done no later than 10 days prior to departure. If you have had any previous history of Liver Disorders you must consult your physician first. Malaria prophylactics are a must.

Travel Insurance 👍

Please ensure you have sufficient Medical Cover for the duration of your trip and to cover you while doing the Kilimanjaro Climb.Zara tours recommend WORLD NOMADS. 

     TIPPING GUIDANCE

Tipping is highly appreciated at the end of safari/ hiking:Tips will vary depending on the length and complexity of the trip, the number of staff on the trip and the number of clients on the trip. Generally, groups like to meet before the end of the trek to discuss how much they would like to tip each staff member based on their individual trek experience.
You should prepare an envelope after your trek for your tip money at the Springlands Hotel.You  may  use US dollars, Euros, TZ Shillings or a combination of these. The envelope will be submitted to mountain coordinator;

• Mr. Nur – Mobile number: +255 754 857 248 and/ 
• Mr. Frank – Mobile number: +255 757 982 024

The following are daily rates for each climber recommended to tip per staff member:

• Per Chief Guide: $15- 20 Per day
• Per Assistant guide:  $10- 15 Per day
• Per Cook$10 Per day
• Per Porter: $8-10 Per day

RECOMMENDED TIP GUIDELINES: 

Each climber should expect to tip between US$ 250 – US$ 350 for the entire climb.

STAFFS/MOUNTAIN CREW PER SERVICES PROVIDED:-MARANGU ROUTE

4 climbers: 2 guides, 9 porters, 1 extra assistance guide, 1 cook, 1 waiterFor Marangu you will have:

1 guide and 1 cook for each 8 climbers, 1 extra assistant guide per each
3 climbers, 2 porters per climber

• The pack that the porters carry is limited to 15 kg (35 pounds) 
• Store electronics in sealed water-proof bags (double sealed if possible) 
• Wrap clothing in plastic bags 
• In the day pack, take along water, camera, binoculars, rain pants and jacket at a minimum. Add any other items you might need during the day because you may not see the porters until the end of your trek for that day.

 Mount Kilimanjaro climbing checklist 

Documents

• Passport
• Yellow fever vaccination  and/or proof of  certificate
•  Tanzania Entrance visa , to some country  this will be issued at the Airport . Please check this link ,Tanzania  evisa application
• Medical insurance

Clothing

 RENTAL EQUIPMENTS                   

We provide Tents and Foam Sleeping pads at no charge.

• Sunglasses are available for purchase in the gift shop for $ 12 – $15.
• Each Oxygen Cylinder – available for $ 12/ Day / @ group of 4 pax.
• Hyperbaric Pressure Bag (Gamow Bag): $130/group.
• Private (portable/tented) toilet: $ 120 /@ group of 4 pax. 

Event registration:

This Community Event called MOKIA is special   for People With Disability who  need much of  the  support to  feel and touch the beauty of the Top of Africa. The KIlimanjaro. Your  engagement physically or financially   will mark this event with joy to all the people especially those with disabilities.  The event  is currently being mobilised by   APDtanzania(A charitable Organization supporting People With Disabilities), Zara Tanzania Adventures  and Thetopafrica.com  in collaboration with Tanzania Government Agencies including TANAPA  and TTB.

Please contact Thetopafrica. com  to   start  your booking.Also  fill the online  registration  form   from  the main  Charitable organisation APDTanzania , who are the administrator for the event  through the  link provided below . 

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All International Bookings for climbers are financially  guaranteed for the event and full protected. We  Thetopafrica.com  are members of The  Travel Trust Association (TTA) of the United Kingdom with membership number Q9541.