The Marangu Route, also referred to as the “Coca Cola” or “tourist” route is the shortest path to reach the summit. One unique feature of this route is that it offers sleeping huts at each campsite equipped with lights and comfortable beds. These huts are communal. Furnished with sponge mattresses and pillows.
Mandara and Kibo Huts have a total of 60 beds each while Horombo Hut has 120 beds. The lower huts provide bathrooms and running water. However the latrines, at the camp are quite basic.
During the climb climbers from countries across the globe come together in dining huts to share meals creating an energetic atmosphere.
Typically completed in five days this route can also be extended to six days for acclimatization. The additional day can be utilized for rest at Horombo or, for ascending the peak of Mawenzi.
DAY 0 – Arrival – Kilimanjaro
Our driver will be waiting to greet you at Kilimanjaro International Airport. They will then take you to your hotel, in Moshi town. Upon arrival you will meet your guide who will provide a briefing for your trek and conduct an equipment check to ensure that you have all the necessary gear, for the mountain expedition. If any items are missing they can be rented on the day. You will spend the night at the hotel that you have arranged where breakfast will also be provided.
Day 1: Marangu Gate (1860m) to Mandara Hut (2700m)
Distance covered: 8.3km / 5.2mi
Approx. time taken: 5 hours
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Mandara Hut.
After having your breakfast you’ll be picked up from your lodging, in Moshi. Transported to the Marangu gate. Once all the required paperwork is finished your trek will. You’ll soon find yourself hiking through the rainforest. In addition to the flora keep an eye out for glimpses of primates as you make your way, towards the Mandara Hut.
Days 2: Mandara Hut (2700m) to Horombo Hut (3700m)
Distance covered:12.5km / 7.8mi
Approx. time taken: 9 hours
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Horombo Hut
The day starts off with an early morning meal. Once you’ve departed from Mandara Hut you’ll soon reach the timberline. Then enter into the heath and moor area. After around 4 to 6 hours you’ll spot the Horombo Hut, situated at an elevation of 3700m. From there you’ll be treated to breathtaking vistas of Mawenzi, Kibo and the vast expanse of the Masai steppe.
Days 3: Horombo to Kibo Hut
Distance covered: 9.5km / 5.9mi
Approx. time taken: 8 hours
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Kibo Hut
Todays stage is quite challenging as it involves an demanding trail. Along the way you’ll come across a landmark known as the “Last Water Point ” followed by a plateau called the “saddle” that connects Kibos main summit, with Mawenzi. Our goal, for today is to reach the Kibo Hut, which typically takes 5 6 hours. Once we arrive we’ll have an evening meal. Then settle in for a short night of rest.
Days 4: Kibo Hut (4700m) to UHURU PEAK (5895m) to Horombo Hut (3700m).
Distance covered: 22km / 13.7mi
Approx. time taken: 12hours – 15hours
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Horombo Hut
Today is the anticipated “Big Day”. The stage of the summit. Your ascent will commence around midnight. It will be an lengthy journey. As you make your way past Hans Meyer Cave at 5220m the climb gradually but steadily ascends. When sunrise arrives you’ll reach Gillmans Point (5681m) which’s the rim of Kilimanjaros crater. The sun will slowly bring warmth to the surroundings making you forget about the night. After a hike of 1. 2 hours you’ll finally reach Uhuru Peak at 5895m. Upon returning to Kibo Hut, a comforting meal awaits along, with a deserved rest of 1. 2 hours before descending back down to Horombo Hut.
Days 5: Horombo Hut (3700m) to Marangu Gate (1860m)
Distance covered: 20.8km / 12.9mi
Approx. time taken: 8 hours
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Moshi/Arusha
The last stage passes through the heath and moor zone to the Mandara Hut (2700m) where a warm lunch is waiting for you. Soon, you will once again pass the tropical rainforest and after a total time of 6 hours trekking, you will be back at the Kilimanjaro National Park Gate (1860m). After saying goodbye to your mountain guides, a short transfer follows to take you back to your hotel in Moshi. Once there, you can take a warm and relaxing shower and celebrate your success in reaching the summit of Kilimanjaro.
All included
- Kilimanjaro trekking according to the itinerary
- Professional, English-speaking Wilderness First Responder & CPR certified Guide
- Proper Ration of Mountain crew (Cook & Porters)
- Meals according to the itinerary
- Drinking water and Full Board Meals
- All Taxes and VAT.
- Portable Private Toilet and Porter
- Gate Transfers
- Portable Private Toilet and Porter
All Excluded
- International flights.
- Airport Transfers (Unless mentioned otherwise).
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Tips.
- Personal Items (Souvenirs, Travel Insurance, Visa Fees, etc.).
- Government imposed increase of Taxes and or Park Fees.
- Any activities not mentioned in the itinerary.
- Medication
- Personal hire gear such as trekking poles, sleeping bags, etc.
- Energy food & beverages, alcoholic and soft drinks
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