Tour Overview
6-Day Private Marangu Route – Mount Kilimanjaro
Climb Mount Kilimanjaro on a 6-Day Private Marangu Route, known as the classic “Coca-Cola Route.” It is the only Kilimanjaro route offering mountain hut accommodation, providing a comfortable base for your trek.
Enjoy a personalized climbing experience with a professional local guide and dedicated mountain crew, ideal for solo travelers, couples, families, and private groups.
Duration: 6 Days
Route: Marangu Route
Climb Style: Private Climb
Summit: Uhuru Peak (5,895 m)
Difficulty: Moderate to Challenging
Accommodation: Mountain Huts and Moshi Hotel
Why Choose the Marangu Route?
- Private climb with your own dedicated mountain crew
- Mountain hut accommodation throughout the trek
- Extra acclimatization day at Horombo Hut
- Beautiful rainforest, moorland, and alpine landscapes
- Experienced local guides and professional mountain support
- Suitable for climbers seeking a classic Kilimanjaro experience
Detailed Itinerary
Arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) – Transfer to Moshi
Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport and meet your Kilimark Adventures representative. Transfer to your mid-range hotel in Moshi for check-in and rest. Your guide will provide a short briefing about the climb and confirm the next day's schedule.
Accommodation: Mid-range hotel in Moshi
Meals: Dinner
After breakfast, drive from Moshi to Marangu Gate for registration and park formalities. Begin trekking through the beautiful rainforest to Mandara Hut. If time and energy allow, take a short walk toward Maundi Crater before dinner.
Accommodation: Mandara Hut
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Continue through the forest before entering the open heath and moorland zone. Enjoy views of Kibo and Mawenzi peaks as you gradually ascend to Horombo Hut.
Accommodation: Horombo Hut
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Spend an extra day at Horombo for acclimatization. Take a gentle hike toward Zebra Rocks or the Mawenzi area, then return to Horombo Hut for rest. This extra night allows more time to adjust to the increasing altitude before continuing higher.
Accommodation: Horombo Hut
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Cross the open alpine desert known as the Saddle between Mawenzi and Kibo. Continue slowly toward Kibo Hut, where you will have an early dinner and rest in preparation for the summit attempt.
Accommodation: Kibo Hut
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinne
Wake around midnight and begin the final ascent. Trek slowly over volcanic scree toward Gilman's Point and continue along the crater rim to Uhuru Peak (5,895 m), the highest point in Africa. After celebrating your achievement, descend to Kibo Hut for a short rest before continuing to Horombo Hut.
Accommodation: Horombo Hut
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
After breakfast, continue your final descent through the moorland and rainforest to Marangu Gate. Complete the park formalities and receive your Kilimanjaro certificate before transferring to your Moshi hotel.
Overnight: Moshi hotel
After breakfast, transfer from your Moshi hotel to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your flight home or your next Tanzania adventure.
End of Kilimark Adventures services.
Prices by Group Size
All prices are shown in USD per person. Choose your group size or contact us for a tailored quote.
| Climbers / Travellers | Price per Person (USD) |
|---|---|
| 1 person | $2,160 |
| 2 people | $1,920 |
| 3 people | $1,750 |
| 4 people | $1,650 |
| 5 people | $1,650 |
What's Included & Excluded
Included
Enjoy two hotel nights, one before and one after your climb. Choose from our selected Moshi hotels or request an alternative within the same budget.
All required park fees for your selected route are included, covering applicable conservation, camping or hut, and rescue fees.
Our experienced guides monitor your wellbeing throughout the climb. Safety equipment includes first aid, emergency oxygen, pulse oximeters, and communication devices.
We support fair wages, responsible porter loads, proper meals, quality tents, suitable equipment, and safe working conditions for our mountain crew.
Enjoy four-season tents, comfortable sleeping mats, a dining tent, a private portable toilet, and a warm camping shower.
Enjoy three freshly prepared meals daily, purified drinking water, and hot drinks to keep you energised throughout your climb. Special diets can be arranged in advance.
Transfers specified in your package, including transport between your hotel and the mountain gate, are arranged for a smooth trekking experience.
Our team supports you throughout your summit attempt. Your package includes applicable VAT and a climbing certificate for eligible climbers.
Not Included
International flights to and from Tanzania are not included.
Visa fees and other applicable immigration charges are not included.
Travel insurance is not included. Comprehensive insurance covering high-altitude trekking, medical expenses, and emergency evacuation is strongly recommended.
Crew tips are not included and are appreciated in recognition of their hard work and support.
Personal gear, including hiking boots, warm clothing, waterproofs, sleeping bags, gloves, and trekking poles, is not included unless specified.
Laundry, telephone calls, snacks, alcoholic drinks, souvenirs, and other personal purchases are excluded.
Extra hotel nights and transfers outside your confirmed itinerary are not included unless agreed upon.
Equipment rental, upgrades, and optional services are excluded unless confirmed. Additional costs arising from itinerary changes or unforeseen circumstances will be discussed with you where applicable.
