Mount Kilimanjaro Climb - Through Marangu Route video

Day – 3 - Leave the forest and cross open moor land to Horombo hut (3760m).

Day – 4 - Rest and acclimatization day at Horombo Hut. Day walk to Zebra Rocks or to Mawenzi Hut. This day can be missed out making a 7 day itinerary.

Day – 5 - Walk through moorland then alpine desert to "The Saddle" between the peaks of Mawenzi and Kibo. From here you will walk for about an hour to reach Kibo hut (4730m).

Day – 6 - Very early start for the summit on steep scree up to Gillman's Point (5681m) which is on the crater rim. Continue around the rim (which will take about two hours if you are fit) to Uhuru Peak (5895m) the highest point in Africa. Descend to Kibo Hut for tea and biscuits or soup and then down to the thicker air an relative warmth of Horombo hut.

Day – 7 - Descend to Marangu gate. Drive back to Arusha Impala hotel. Evening you can refresh and relax in your day room. If you're continuing with one of our scheduled departures you'll overnight and begin your wildlife safari the next day. Otherwise you'll continue according to your onward arrangements.

SUMMARY: how to PREVENT AND MANAGE AMS

Prepare well by becoming fitter (and giving up smoking)

Take suitable supplies and pack your gear for easy retrieval.

Avoid over – exertion: if possible ascend slowly enough that you can still breath through your nose.

Avoid sleeping pills and alcohol on the mountain

Eat small amounts of food often, even if you don’t feel hungry; avoid excessive salt.

Drink plenty of fluids (four to five liters per day), especially water under medical supervision.

Do not deny any symptoms you may experience and keep the group leader or guide informed.

End of Tour.

Package price combine: Park entry fees which is 60US$ per person, porters, guide and cook, rescue fees, guide, camping equipment, camping fees, Three meals a day and transport from Arusha to Machame gate and return. Accommodation before and after trekking can be arranged on your request.