Marangu Route, 5 Days

Route Overview

Embark on a classic Kilimanjaro adventure with the Marangu Route, known as the Coca-Cola Route. This 5-day trek offers a comfortable and well-established path to the summit. The route features hut accommodations, providing a touch of comfort compared to camping options. Throughout the journey, you’ll be immersed in the beauty of Kilimanjaro’s diverse landscapes, from lush rainforests to barren alpine deserts.

Your trek begins at the Marangu Gate, where you’ll enter Kilimanjaro National Park. Traverse through the rainforest, witnessing the rich flora and fauna. As you ascend, the vegetation transitions, offering unique sights and breathtaking views of the surrounding scenery.

Reaching Mandara Hut, the first overnight stop, you’ll experience basic dormitory-style accommodation. The following day takes you through the heath and moorland zone, leading you to Horombo Hut. Nestled amidst stunning vistas, this hut offers a resting place for acclimatization.

The next leg of the journey leads to Kibo Hut, the base camp for the summit attempt. Rest and prepare for the challenging summit push. Wake up before midnight and embark on an unforgettable adventure to Gilman’s Point and Uhuru Peak, the summit of Kilimanjaro. Celebrate your accomplishment while taking in the awe-inspiring views from the Roof of Africa.

After descending to Kibo Hut and further down to Horombo Hut, you’ll conclude your trek at the Marangu Gate. Receive your well-deserved summit certificates and bid farewell to your guides and porters.

The Classic Comfort experience on the Marangu Route offers an accessible and rewarding way to conquer Kilimanjaro, combining stunning landscapes with comfortable hut accommodations. As you depart from Tanzania, carry cherished memories of your Kilimanjaro triumph and the camaraderie forged along the journey.

Full Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Tanzania and Transfer to Arusha/Moshi

Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport

Meet your guide and transfer to a hotel in Arusha/Moshi

Attend a pre-trek briefing and equipment check

Rest and prepare for the upcoming trek

Day 2: Marangu Gate to Mandara Hut

After breakfast, drive to the Marangu Gate (1,860 meters)

Complete park formalities and meet the porters and guides

Begin the trek through the rainforest, enjoying the lush surroundings

Reach Mandara Hut (2,700 meters) for overnight stay

Mandara Hut provides basic dormitory-style accommodation

Day 3: Mandara Hut to Horombo Hut

Continue the trek through the heath and moorland zone

Pass through the stunning Maundi Crater and enjoy panoramic views

Ascend to Horombo Hut (3,720 meters) for overnight stay

Horombo Hut offers basic dormitory-style accommodation

Day 4: Horombo Hut to Kibo Hut

Trek through the Alpine desert, with spectacular views of the saddle

Ascend to Kibo Hut (4,703 meters), the base camp for the summit attempt

Rest and prepare for the summit push

Kibo Hut provides basic dormitory-style accommodation

Day 5: Summit Day – Kibo Hut to Uhuru Peak and Descent to Horombo Hut

Wake up around midnight for the summit attempt

Begin the challenging trek to Gilman’s Point (5,681 meters) on the crater rim

Continue to Uhuru Peak (5,895 meters), the highest point in Africa

Celebrate the achievement and take in the breathtaking views

Descend back to Kibo Hut for a short rest

Descend further to Horombo Hut (3,720 meters) for overnight stay

Horombo Hut offers basic dormitory-style accommodation

Day 6: Horombo Hut to Marangu Gate and Departure

Descend through the heath and rainforest zones

Reach the Marangu Gate, where you’ll receive your summit certificates

Say farewell to the guides and porters

Transfer back to your hotel in Arusha/Moshi.

Celebrate your Kilimanjaro success and rest

Day 7: Departure

Check out from the hotel

Transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport

Departure from Tanzania

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Inclusions

  • All transfers to the mountain and back to your Moshi hotel
  • Professional, experienced, mountain guides
  • Guides, Porters, Cook salaries and park fees
  • Quality, waterproof, four-season mountain sleeping tents (on twin sharing basis)
  • Sleeping Mattress
  • Emergency Oxygen Cylinder
  • All meals while on the Mountain
  • Quality Mess tents with table and chairs
  • Large portions of fresh, healthy, nutritious food
  • Clean, purified drinking water
  • Conservation fees (part of park fees)
  • Camping or Hut fees (part of park fees)
  • Rescue fees (part of park fees)
  • VAT (18% charged by the Government)
  • Kilimanjaro summit certificate

Exclusions

  • Tanzania Visa
  • International and domestic flights
  • Hotel (available as an optional addon)
  • Transfers (available as an optional addon)
  • Personal trekking equipment such as sleeping bags, hiking boots, clothes, etc (available for renting)
  • Tips and gratuities
  • Travel Insurance
  • Personal Expenses (e.g. laundry, telephone, beverages, etc.)
  • Meals not listed in the itinerary
  • Liquors, beers and bottled beverages
  • Surcharge for online payment of advance and balance (5% on each payment)
  • Supplements
  • Off-season supplement = USD 135
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