6-Day Marangu Route – Premium Mount Kilimanjaro Climb
Premium Kilimanjaro Climb
The 6-Day Marangu Route, known as the “Coca-Cola Route,” is Kilimanjaro’s classic route and the only route with mountain hut accommodation. It offers a gradual ascent, comfortable overnight stays, and strong support—ideal for climbers looking for a shorter and well-organized Kilimanjaro experience.
Package Overview
- Route: Marangu Route
- Duration: 8 Days / 7 Nights — 6 days on the mountain + 2 hotel nights
- Summit: Uhuru Peak (5,895 m)
- Accommodation: Premium hotel + mountain huts
- Difficulty: Moderate
- Style: Private / Premium
Why Choose Marangu Route?
- Classic and well-established Kilimanjaro route
- Gradual ascent with an extra acclimatization day
- Comfortable mountain hut accommodation
- Suitable for first-time climbers
- Professional guides, porters, and mountain cook
Detailed Itinerary
Description: Arrival, hotel check-in and preparation for your Kilimanjaro climb.
Details: Pick-up from Kilimanjaro International Airport and transfer to your mid-range hotel in Moshi. Meet your guide for a trek briefing and equipment check. Enjoy dinner and rest before the climb.
Overnight: Mid-range hotel in Moshi
Meals: Dinner
Description: Begin your Kilimanjaro adventure through the beautiful rainforest.
Details: After breakfast, drive to Marangu Gate for registration and start trekking through the montane rainforest. Continue gradually uphill to Mandara Hut, where you will have dinner and rest.
Distance: 8 km
Trekking Time: 4–5 hours
Elevation: 1,860 m → 2,720 m
Overnight: Mandara Hut
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Description: Trek from the rainforest into the open moorland zone.
Details: Continue through the moorland with views of Mawenzi Peak and Kibo. The trail gradually gains altitude before reaching Horombo Hut, where you will rest and prepare for the next stage.
Distance: 12 km
Trekking Time: 6–7 hours
Elevation: 2,720 m → 3,720 m
Overnight: Horombo Hut
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Description: Cross the high-altitude saddle toward Kibo.
Details: Trek across the open landscape between Mawenzi and Kibo. As you gain altitude, vegetation becomes sparse. Arrive at Kibo Hut for dinner, a summit briefing and an early rest.
Distance: 10 km
Trekking Time: 6–8 hours
Elevation: 3,720 m → 4,703 m
Overnight: Kibo Hut
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Description: Summit day – reach Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa.
Details: Start the summit attempt around midnight. Trek toward Gilman's Point and continue along the crater rim to Stella Point and Uhuru Peak at 5,895 m. After celebrating at the summit, descend to Kibo Hut for a short rest before continuing to Horombo Hut.
Distance: Approximately 22 km
Trekking Time: 12–15 hours
Elevation: 4,703 m → 5,895 m → 3,720 m
Overnight: Horombo Hut
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Description: Complete your descent and return to Moshi.
Details: Descend through the moorland and rainforest to Marangu Gate. After completing the park exit procedures and receiving your summit certificate, meet your vehicle and transfer back to your Moshi hotel.
Distance: 20 km
Trekking Time: 5–7 hours
Elevation: 3,720 m → 1,860 m
Overnight: Mid-range hotel in Moshi
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
Description: Enjoy a comfortable recovery day after your climb.
Details: Relax at your hotel or explore Moshi at your own pace. Optional activities can be arranged, including cultural tours and local day trips.
Overnight: Mid-range hotel in Moshi
Meals: Breakfast
Description: Transfer to the airport or your next destination.
Details: Enjoy breakfast and check out from your hotel. Transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport or continue with your next travel arrangements.
Meals: Breakfast
What's Included & Excluded
Included
- Airport pickup and drop-off at Kilimanjaro International Airport
- 2 nights at a comfortable mid-range hotel in Moshi
- All Kilimanjaro National Park entrance, hut, camping and rescue fees
- Professional Kilimanjaro mountain guide
- Dedicated mountain crew, including porters and chef
- Mountain hut accommodation during the trek
- Three meals per day during the climb
- Purified drinking water during the trek
- Comfortable sleeping mattress/pad
- Emergency oxygen tank and first-aid kit
- Regular health monitoring with pulse oximeter
- Trekking transfers to and from Marangu Gate
- Pre-trek briefing and equipment check
- Kilimanjaro summit certificate
- Government taxes and applicable VAT
Not Included
- International and domestic flights
- Travel and medical insurance
- Visa fees
- Personal trekking equipment and clothing
- Tips for the mountain crew
- Personal expenses such as drinks, laundry and phone calls
- 5% non-refundable payment gateway surcharge for online or credit card payments