The hike down from Horombo to the Marangu Gate was amazing. Those trekkers taking the Rongai route up are required to take the popular Marangu route down. It is a gorgeous route through the most varied vegetation we had seen the entire trip. The flowers and shrubs at the top above the clouds gave way to dense jungle at the bottom. It took us about 6 hours to make the 12 mile trek down the mountain. We were all so glad to see the Marangu Gate, but also a bit melancholy that the great adventure was coming to to a close. The descent took a toll on everyone's toes, but we were just to be done. We bought some postcards and enjoyed a cold Coke at the bottom to celebrate. It was an amazing adventure. It all seems like a blur now.
Horombo Camp Elevation: 12,185 ft
Marangu Gate Elevation: 6,102 ft
Total Elevation Loss: 6,053 ft
Total Miles: 12.3 miles
Total Time: 6 hours
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