The best Ultimate Marangu route in 5 days to Kilimanjaro Summit Climbing.
Marangu in 5 days
DURATION – 5 DAYS
The best ultimate Marangu route in 5 days which is also known as the coca cola route is the least expensive route to the summit. The best ultimate Marangu route is also the only route with the comforts of sleeping huts at every camp site with solar lights and comfortable beds that’s why Marangu Route is considerd as the best ultimate route to Kilimanjaro Summit.
The best Marangu huts are communal, and the bunks have a sponge mattress and pillow.
In Kilimanjaro Climbing Marangu route at every Hut there are is 60 beds at both Mandara and Kibo Huts and 120 beds at Horombo Hut. Bathrooms and running water are available at the two lower huts. Mens’ and ladies’ latrines are available at the last camp but are very basic.
All the best Ultimate Marangu route in 5 days to Kilimanjaro Summit Climbing groups, often from several countries around the world, share meals in dining huts providing a jovial and energetic atmosphere.
This route is usually done in 5 days (shortest route to the summit) but can be done in 6 days for better acclimatization. The extra day can be spent resting at Horombo or climbing the small peak of Mawenzi.
This route is usually done in 5 days (shortest route to the summit) but can be done in 6 days for better acclimatization. The extra day can be spent resting at Horombo or climbing the small peak of Mawenzi.
The best Ultimate Marangu route in 5 days to Kilimanjaro Summit Climbing Day by Day Itinerary.
Day 0: Pre-trek Briefing
Pre-trek briefing at your Arusha or Moshi hotel. You should be planning to arrive at least one day before the start of the trek. Today we will spend in having a pre-trek briefing. We will also review your equipment and rent any equipment which is needed.
Day-1 of the best Ultimate Marangu route in 5 days to Kilimanjaro Summit Climbing:
Hotel to Mandara Hut
After breakfast and briefing at your hotel in Town, drive to the Kilimanjaro National Park Gate (about 1 hour), register and start the Day 1 of the best Ultimate Marangu route in 5 days to Kilimanjaro Summit Climbing. Walk through the rainforest to the Mandara encampment. A side trip to Maundi Crater is a good way to see the surroundings including Northern Tanzania and Kenya. In the rainforest, look for towering Eucalyptus trees, bird life, and Colobus monkeys.
Elevation: 1860m/6100ft to 2700m/8875ft
Distance: 8km/5mi
Hiking Time: 3-4 hours
Habitat: Montane Forest
Meals: Lunch and Dinner
Day-2 of the best Ultimate Marangu route in 5 days to Kilimanjaro Summit Climbing:
Mandara Hut to Horombo Hut
In day 2 of the best Ultimate Marangu route in 5 days to Kilimanjaro Summit Climbing, you leave the glades of the rain-forest and follow an ascending path on the open moorlands to the Horombo encampment. Views of Mawenzi and the summit of Kibo are amazing. Look for giant lobelias and grounsels. You may begin to feel the affects of the altitude.
Elevation: 2700m/8875ft to 3700m/12,200ft
Distance: 12km/7.5mi
Hiking Time: 5-6 hours
Habitat: Heathland
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day-3 of the best Ultimate Marangu route in 5 days to Kilimanjaro Summit Climbing:
Horombo Hut to Kibo Hut
Ascending,in day-3 of the best Ultimate Marangu route in 5 days to Kilimanjaro Summit Climbing we now pass the last watering point, walking onto the saddle of Kilimanjaro between the peaks of Kibo and Mawenzi. Vegetation begins with upper heathland but then disappears into “moonscape”. Dinner, rest, and prepare for summit climb.
Elevation: 3700m/12,200ft to 4700m/15,500ft
Distance: 9km/5.5mi
Hiking Time: 5-6 hours
Habitat: Alpine Desert
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day-4 of the best Ultimate Marangu route in 5 days to Kilimanjaro Summit Climbing:
Kibo Hut to Summit to Horombo Hut
In Day-4 of the best Ultimate Marangu route in 5 days to Kilimanjaro Summit Climbing, very early in the morning (midnight to 2 am), commence the climb to the summit on steep and heavy scree or snow up to Gilman’s point located on the crater rim. Continuing, we now ascend to Uhuru Peak, which is the highest point in Africa. There are unbelievable views at every turn. Have your picture taken at the summit to show your friends and family. From here we descend, stopping for lunch and a rest at Kibo before continuing on to the Horombo encampment.
Elevation: 4700m/15,500ft to 5895m/19,340ft
Down to 3700m/12,200ft
Distance: 6km/4mi up / 15km/9mi down
Hiking Time: 6-8 hours up / 6-8 hours down
Habitat: Alpine Desert
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day-5 of the best Ultimate Marangu route in 5 days to Kilimanjaro Summit Climbing:
Horombo Hut to Moshi
After breakfast at horombo, steady descent takes us down through moorland to the Mandara Hut. Continue descending through lush forest path to the National Park gate at Marangu. At lower elevations, it can be wet and muddy. Gaiters and trekking poles will help. Shorts and t-shirts will probably be plenty to wear (keep rain gear and warmer clothing handy).
A vehicle will be waiting for you at Marangu gate to drive you back to your hotel in Moshi (about 1 hour).
Elevation: 3700m/12,200ft to 1700m/5500ft
Distance: 20km/12.5mi
Hiking Time: 4-5 hours
Habitat: Forest
Meals: Breakfast
Inclusions of the best Ultimate Marangu route in 5 days to Kilimanjaro Summit Climbing itinerary
All transfers to the mountain and back to your Moshi hotel
Professional, experienced, mountain guides
Guides, Porters, Cook salaries and park fees
Sleeping Mattress
Emergency Oxygen Cylinder
All meals while on the Mountain
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 of the best Ultimate Marangu route in 5 days to Kilimanjaro Summit Climbing itinerary
Tanzania Visa
International and domestic flights
Hotel (available as an optional addon)
Transfers (available as an optional addon)
Personal trekking equipment such as sleepings 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)
