Climb Kilimanjaro 5 Days Marangu Route

Marangu Route 5 Days Kilimanjaro Climb

The 5-day Marangu Route, often nicknamed the "Coca-Cola Route," is one of the shorter and more popular paths to ascend Mount Kilimanjaro. Renowned for its relative ease and comfortable accommodation in huts along the way, this route provides a diverse landscape experience. Starting from Marangu Gate, the trail traverses through lush rainforests rich in biodiversity on the initial days, gradually transitioning to moorlands and alpine desert terrain as climbers ascend higher. The journey features key stops at Mandara Hut and Horombo Hut, where trekkers acclimatize and enjoy stunning panoramic views. The final ascent begins from Kibo Hut to Uhuru Peak, Kilimanjaro's summit. Although challenging, the route offers a well-trodden path for adventurers aiming to conquer Africa's highest peak in a shorter duration.

Departure & Return Location

Moshi/ Arusha

Departure Time

1 Hour Before

Included And Not Included

Tour Inclusion
  • Accommodation 1 day before and 1 day after Climbing with breakfast
  • Three Meals breakfast ,lunch and dinner on the mountain
  • Purified water on the mountain
  • Climbing Permits and Park Fees
  • Accommodations in the hut for marangu route
  • Private transport pick up from Kilimanjaro International Airport to your hotel in Moshi and drop off to the airport
  • Guides and porters’ accommodations and their entry fees on the mountain
  • Emergence oxygen,First aid kit and Pulse oximeter
  • Fair wages to guides and porters as approved by Kilimanjaro National Park Authorit

  • Tour Exclusion
  • Travel insurance
  • Any Private Expenses
  • Flight Ticket
  • Camera Man

Tour Itinerary


Day 1: Marangu Gate to Mandara Hut

The journey commences at Marangu Gate, the entry point to Mount Kilimanjaro. Trekking through dense rainforests filled with diverse flora and fauna, you'll hike for around 4-6 hours to reach Mandara Hut. This first campsite offers a serene setting and marks the beginning of the ascent.


Day 2: Mandara Hut to Horombo Hut

The trail ascends through moorland with breathtaking vistas of Mawenzi and Kibo peaks. Trekking for about 6-8 hours brings you to Horombo Hut, situated in a picturesque valley. This stop allows climbers to acclimatize to the increasing altitude.


Day 3: Horombo Hut to Kibo Hut

We start the day continuing through the forest until the trail opens into high moorland. We may get our first views of Kibo and Mawenzi peaks – two of the three volcanic peaks that make up the summit of Kilimanjaro.


Day 4: Kibo Hut (4700m) to UHURU PEAK (5895m) & down to Horombo Hut (3700m)

Making a very early start to around 1.00a.m, follow the zig zag path up the screen stopping frequently to catch your breath in this starlit air. This is the steepest and most demanding section of the climb, five hours to Gillmans point 5681m to and most to see sunrise behind Mawenzi, Illuminating plain. Then walk further 45 minutes around the crater and up to the highest point UHURU peak the summit of Africa


Day 5: Horombo Hut (3700m) to Marangu Gate (1860m)

It is much easier day as we have luxury of walking downhill on the way to the waiting vehicle at Marangu gate for transfer to your Hotel(Arusha / Moshi.)


Departure Time

12 : 00 PM

Included And Not
  • Accommodation 1 day before & 1 day after Climbing
  • Meals and Drinks
  • oxygen tank & Sleeping tents
  • Breakfast and dinner included
  • Health care included
  • Transfer to the airport and return to hotel
  • Guide
  • Travel insurance
  • Any Private Expenses
  • Flight Ticket
  • Camera Man

Day 1: Arrival Airport

Sahazalal. International Airport (Google Map)

Day 1: Arrival Airport

Included And Not
  • Air fares
  • 3 Nights Hotel Accomodation
  • All Drinks
  • All Tickets Meuseum
  • Guide Service Fee
  • Any Private Expenses

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