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Kilimanjaro Marathon

11 days Kilimanjaro Marathon and climb from 16.02.2024 – 26.02.2024

Once a year, there is the great opportunity to participate on the spectacular Kilimanjaro Marathon. There is a very impressive view of the Mount Kilimanjar glaciers, fascinating nature with banana and coffee plantations and an extraordinary, joyful public. The special flair combines visitors, athletes, young and old on a positive wave of energy. Let yourself be carried along ….

Highlights

Highligts of Your Marathonjourney to Mount Kilimanjaro

• Spectacular Kilimanjaro Marathon / Halfmarathon
• Special flair combines visitors, athletes, young and old
• scenic route to the highest mountain in Africa
• very good acclimatization on this route
• German support on site at Kilimanjaro
• Guided trekking tour through the Machame Route
• Overnight in tents

Itinerary short

day	Itinerary	hours	km
1	Arrival Day
2	Kilimanjaro, Park Gate 1840m – Machame Camp 2980m	4,5-6h	9
3	Kilimanjaro, Machame Camp 2980m – Shira Camp 3830m	5-6h	7
4	Kilimanjaro, Shira Camp 3830m – Barranco Camp 3950m	6,5-8h	12
5	Kilimanjaro, Barranco Camp 3950m – Karanga Camp 4035m	8-9h	15
6	Kilimanjaro, Karanga Camp 4035m -Barafu Camp 4600m	3-4h	4
7	Kilimanjaro, Barafu Camp 4600m – Uhuru Peak 5895m – Milllennium Camp 3820m	11-14h	19
8	Kilimanjaro, Millennium Camp 3820 – Park Gate Mweka 1800m	3-4h	6
9	Day off
10	Kilimanjaro Marathon / Halfmarathon
11	Departure Day

Prices 2024

Services

Accomodation:
5 x Camping / 7 x Lodge

Meals:
12xB/ 12xL or LB / 12xD

Services:
• Marathon registration and start number
• all transfers according to schedule
• Proffessional, English-speaking mountain guide
• All national park, camping fees
• Personal chef and supervisor
• Cooking and tent equipment, water filter
• Mountain rescue (Land)
• Bandage set and emergency oxygen
• English-speaking tours and support in Moshi

Additional Itineries

Requirements

Kilimanjaro Marathon Route Description

The marathons and semi-marathons begin and end at the university campus. The trail is flat on the first kilometer and leads along a paved road towards Himo before heading into the lively center of Moshi. After this, 300 meters of altitude are to be overcome on about ten kilometers. It goes along a tree alley, past the stadium and green banana and coffee plantations. There is a fantastic view of the roof of Africa. Since the Marathon is very popular in the region, you can look forward to an enthusiastic audience. The final eight kilometers go downhill.

Run:

· Start: 6:30 at the stadium of the University of Moshi
· 5.0 km Fun Route
· 21.2 km half marathon
· 42.2 km Marathon
· Finish at 1 pm at the stadium of the Moshi University
· The route runs between 800 and 1,200 meters
· The course leads over paved roads

Rewards:

· The first ten runners of women and men receive a prize
· The runners receive a medal after the finish, as long as the supply is sufficient

Supply:

· There are 12 points with beverages and fruits
· Medical care is available
· The roads are protected by the police
· There is food in the stadium
· Entertainment with Tanzanian music

Kilimanjaro Climb Requirements:

A high level of endurance, surefootedness and a tolerance of height untill 5900 m is needed. Per day the walking houres are between 5 – 7 (on summit usually 12 to 14 hours). The temperatures can drop to -20 degrees in the summit area. The mental and physical preparation for this tour is essential.

Advise:
A journey in a developing country can be associated with unforeseen things. Tolerance, patience and comradeship are important prerequisites for a good tour and unforgettable experiences.

Age restriction:
from 10 Jahre

Itinerary and Highlights of Kilimanjaro Marathon & Climb

Day 1 Arrival Day

You will be picked up at Kilimanjaro International Airport and drive to the hotel in Moshi. You will stay in a beautiful lodge.

Day 2 Moshi – Kilimanjaro Climb

From Moshi you will go with your team to Machame Gate. After all luggage is stowed, the ascent begins later in the morning. After about four to five hours of march through Regenwald and partly Heideland you reach the Machame Camp in 3100 meters. From here you have a wonderful view of the Shiraspeaks and the Kibo. Walking time: 6-7h Route: 9km Climbing: 1220m

Day 3 Kilimanjaro Climb

After breakfast, you leave the rainforest, follow an ascending path through a valley and continue your way along steep descents. From there you can see the three peaks of Kilimanjaro: Kibo, Mawenzi and Shira. After four to five hours you will pass the “Shira Cathedral” and after a short march you will reach the camp on the Shira Plateau at 3840 m. Walking time: 5-6h Route: 7km Ascent: 835m

Day 4 Kilimanjaro Climb

This six-hour stage is designed for active acclimatization as you climb slowly to the Lavatower (about 4600 m) on this tour and then descend to Barranco Camp. Enjoy the grandiose scenery through lush vegetation and the view of the vast southern glaciers of the Kibo.
Walking time: 6-7h Route: 10km Ascent: 700m Descent: 600m

Day 5 Kilimanjaro Climb

Today the stage can begin a bit later. While the others are already eager to pack, enjoy the warming sunrays. After a relaxing breakfast, the one-hour section of Barranco Wall goes up. The view into the Karanga Valley is stunning. After a short rest, the path leads slightly downhill, then uphill again. The landscape is characterized by rivers and stone meadows. After about three hours you will see the Karanga Camp behind the valley of the same name.
Walking time: 8-9h Route: 15km Ascent: 250m Descent: 175m

Day 6 Kilimanjaro Climb

Even today’s approximately four-hour stage can be started in peace. The easy climb will quickly lead you to the right riding rhythm. The gigantic Karanga valley opens up to the left. In the meantime, the view of the south-eastern ceilings and the Rebmann Glacier is free. You will soon be able to recognize the etapenziel. You cross a last valley and finally the steep ascending meters to the Barafu Camp. Spectacular is the sudden view of the 5100 meter high battlements of the Mawenzi. The Barafu Camp, the goal of the stage, is elevated on the back of a volcano. Walking time: 3-4h Route: 4km

Day 7 Kilimanjaro Climb

Around midnight, you will start to the peak. The steep, steep ascent to the Stella Point (5745 M), which is located on the crater’s edge, leads across small rubble. The climb is technically not difficult, but mainly because of the high altitude quite tedious. Here you can enjoy a fantastic sunrise. After 150 meters you reach the highest point of Africa, the Uhuru Peak (5895 m). The descent leads via Stella Point to the Millennium Camp.
Walking time: 11-13h Route: 16km Ascent: 1255m Descent: 2105m

Day 8 Kilimanjaro Climb

The last day at Kilimanjaro National Park does not require much effort. The trail leads through dense rainforest. After a five-hour march downhill, you reach the Mweka Gate. After handing over the summit we bring you back to Moshi. Walking time: 4-5h Route: 13km Descent: 2110m

Day 9 Day off

Today you can relax by the pool or look around the town of Moshi. The day is for relaxation.

Day 10 Kilimanjaro Marathon- / Halfmarathon

After breakfast, drive to the sports stadium, where the start of the Kilimanjaro Marathon starts at 6: 00h and the half marathon starts 30 minutes later. On the trek, there are twelve supply points with fruits and water. After the run you will be greeted by our team with snacks and drinks.

Day 11 Departure Day

After breakfast transfer to Kilimanjaro Airport or start to your additional itinerary.

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Participants	Tour	Price
1	Kilimanjaro Marathon	2.755 USD	request	booking
	Single supplement	150 USD	request	booking