The best Kilimanjaro Climb Marangu Route 6-Day All-Inclusive Tour
Kilimanjaro Climbing Marangu route 6 days itinerary is what we recommend as it allows one day of acclimatization at Horombo on the 3rd day. Named Coca-Cola route & considered to be the easiest rout of all, this has proved wrong as we have encountered a high failure rate on this route
This is due to that perception which leads to poor preparation and untimely attempt. Despite of being fairly easier the final part to the summit is hard. Marangu is the only route offers hut accommodation with beds & mattress. Soft drinks, mineral water, chocolate bar & beer can be purchased at the camps but trash in trash out is closely observed.
Duration: 6 days 5 nights
Best time Trek: all year round
Highlights
Walks along montane forests, tiny streams and waterfalls.
See primates like blue, black, and white colobus monkeys as well as amazing sceneries at Mawenzi Peak.
Enjoy delicious lunches and dinners while on your trekking journey.
Hot water baths and bunk bed facilities in Horombo and Kibo Huts.
See majestic views from the summit of the Roof of Africa
Day 1: Arrival in Moshi
Arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport.
Transfer to your hotel in Moshi.
Pre-trek briefing from your guide and gear check.
Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 2: Marangu Gate (1,870m) to Mandara Hut (2,720m)
After breakfast, drive to Marangu Gate (about a 1-hour drive).
Complete registration and begin the trek through the lush rainforest.
Hike to Mandara Hut, passing through stunning vegetation and the Maundi Crater for views of northern Tanzania.
Distance: 8 km (5 miles) | Hiking Time: 5-6 hours.
Overnight at Mandara Hut.
Day 3: Mandara Hut (2,720m) to Horombo Hut (3,720m)
Continue trekking through the forest zone and into the moorland.
Views of Kibo and Mawenzi peaks begin to appear.
Arrive at Horombo Hut for an overnight stay.
Distance: 12 km (7.5 miles) | Hiking Time: 6-8 hours.
Overnight at Horombo Hut.
Day 4: Horombo Hut (3,720m) to Kibo Hut (4,703m)
Climb across the alpine desert towards the “Saddle” between Kibo and Mawenzi.
Reach Kibo Hut, the basecamp for your summit attempt.
Prepare for the summit push early the next morning.
Distance: 10 km (6 miles) | Hiking Time: 6-8 hours.
Overnight at Kibo Hut.
Day 5: Kibo Hut to Uhuru Peak (5,895m) to Horombo Hut
Summit Day: Start the trek at midnight.
Climb to Gilman’s Point (5,681m) on the crater rim, then continue to Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa.
Celebrate at the summit before descending to Kibo Hut for a rest.
Continue descending to Horombo Hut.
Distance: 20 km (12.5 miles) | Hiking Time: 10-14 hours.
Overnight at Horombo Hut.
Day 6: Horombo Hut to Marangu Gate to Moshi
Final descent through the moorland and rainforest back to Marangu Gate.
Receive your Kilimanjaro summit certificate.
Transfer back to Moshi for a well-deserved rest.
Distance: 20 km (12.5 miles) | Hiking Time: 5-7 hours.
Overnight at the hotel in Moshi.
Day 7: Departure
After breakfast, transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your departure or continue with other travel plans.
Package Inclusion & Exclusions
Tour Inclusions
- Guide, Porters
- Park Fees, Tax
- Gate transfer
- Crew wages
- Environment fees
- During the climb you will be camping throughout you climb!
- Breakfasts, Lunches, Dinners
- Drinking water
- Cook
- Flights
- Tipping the crew
- Visas
