The best 5-Days Kilimanjaro Summit Trekking in Marangu Route-2025 Full tour Package.
Best 5-Day Kilimanjaro Summit Trekking via Marangu Route – 2025
Overview
Embark on an exhilarating 5-day trek to the summit of Kilimanjaro via the Marangu Route, also known as the “Coca-Cola” route. This popular route is renowned for its relative ease, as it offers comfortable hut accommodations throughout the trek. Ideal for climbers with good fitness levels who are looking to reach the summit in a shorter time frame, the Marangu Route provides a unique opportunity to experience Africa’s highest peak in 2025.
Package Inclusions
Airport Transfers: Round-trip transportation between Kilimanjaro International Airport and your hotel in Moshi.
Accommodation: Pre-trek hotel stay in Moshi and all hut accommodations during the climb.
Meals: All meals during the trek, including breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks.
Guides and Porters: Professional mountain guides, assistant guides, cooks, and porters to support and assist you throughout the trek.
Park Fees: All necessary park entry fees, hut fees, and climbing permits.
Safety Gear: Comprehensive medical kit, oxygen supply, and altitude sickness monitoring.
Summit Certificate: Commemorative certificate upon reaching the summit.
Day-to-Day Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Moshi
Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport and transfer to your hotel in Moshi. Meet your climbing team, review the itinerary, and prepare for the trek. Overnight stay in Moshi.
Day 2: Moshi to Marangu Gate and Trek to Mandara Hut
Elevation: 1,800m to 2,700m
Distance: 8km
Time: 4-5 hours
Transfer to Marangu Gate for registration and begin your trek through lush rainforest to Mandara Hut. Enjoy dinner and rest for the night.
Day 3: Mandara Hut to Horombo Hut
Elevation: 2,700m to 3,700m
Distance: 12km
Time: 6-7 hours
Trek through the moorland zone to Horombo Hut. Experience panoramic views of the surrounding landscapes and prepare for the higher altitude.
Day 4: Horombo Hut to Kibo Hut
Elevation: 3,700m to 4,700m
Distance: 10km
Time: 6-7 hours
Ascend to Kibo Hut, located at the base of the summit. Rest and prepare for the summit attempt. Early dinner and rest for the night.
Day 5: Kibo Hut to Uhuru Peak (Summit) and Descend to Horombo Hut
Elevation: 4,700m to 5,895m (Uhuru Peak) and descend to 3,700m
Distance: 6km ascent, 21km descent
Time: 10-14 hours
Begin your summit push in the early hours. Reach Uhuru Peak at sunrise, celebrate your achievement, then descend to Horombo Hut for rest.
Day 6: Horombo Hut to Marangu Gate and Departure
Elevation: 3,700m to 1,800m
Distance: 20km
Time: 5-6 hours
Complete your descent to Marangu Gate. Receive your summit certificate and transfer back to Moshi for your departure or extend your stay if desired.
Inclusions
All transfers to the mountain and back to your Moshi hotel
Professional, experienced, mountain guides
Guides, Porters, Cook salaries and park fees
Quality, waterproof, four-season mountain sleeping tents (on twin sharing basis)
Sleeping Mattress
Emergency Oxygen Cylinder
All meals while on the Mountain
Quality Mess tents with table and chairs
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
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)
FAQs
Why choose the 5-day Marangu Route?
The 5-day Marangu Route is perfect for climbers who prefer a shorter trek with hut accommodations. It is relatively straightforward compared to other routes but requires good preparation due to the rapid ascent.
Is the 5-day itinerary suitable for all climbers?
This itinerary is best suited for climbers who are physically fit and can handle a faster-paced climb. Proper acclimatization and physical fitness are essential for a successful summit.
When is the best time to climb Kilimanjaro?
The optimal climbing periods are from January to March and June to October when weather conditions are generally favorable.
Book Your Kilimanjaro Adventure for 2025 Today!
Achieve your summit goal with our expertly designed 5-day Marangu Route package. Enjoy a memorable climb with comfortable hut accommodations and a high success rate. Contact us now to secure your spot for 2025 and start your journey to Africa’s highest peak!
