The Kilimanjaro Summit Climb in 5 Days – Marangu Route (2025-2026)
Kilimanjaro Summit Climb in 5 Days – Marangu Route (2025-2026)
The 5-day Kilimanjaro Marangu Route is a classic path offering a direct yet beautiful trek to the summit. Often called the “Coca-Cola” route due to its popularity, this route features comfortable hut accommodations along the way and offers an easier, less technical climb with moderate difficulty. Here’s a detailed breakdown of the full package and itinerary:
5-Day Kilimanjaro Marangu Route Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Moshi
Arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) where you’ll be met by our team and transferred to your hotel in Moshi.
Briefing: Your head guide will review the gear and itinerary with you and answer any questions.
Overnight Stay: Hotel in Moshi.
Day 2: Moshi (1,400m) – Marangu Gate (1,870m) – Mandara Hut (2,700m)
Trekking Time: 4–5 hours | Distance: 8km
Depart from Moshi and drive to Marangu Gate for registration.
Begin your ascent through lush rainforest. Enjoy sightings of Colobus monkeys and bird species.
Overnight: Mandara Hut, a cozy mountain hut with bunk beds.
Day 3: Mandara Hut (2,700m) – Horombo Hut (3,720m)
Trekking Time: 6–7 hours | Distance: 12km
Hike through alpine moorland with scenic views of the Mawenzi and Kibo peaks.
Enjoy a gradual ascent and acclimatization during the day.
Overnight: Horombo Hut, located in a valley overlooking the saddle connecting the two peaks.
Day 4: Horombo Hut (3,720m) – Kibo Hut (4,700m)
Trekking Time: 6–8 hours | Distance: 10km
The landscape changes to semi-desert and rugged terrain as you approach the base of Kibo.
The trek is more challenging with the increasing altitude.
Overnight: Kibo Hut, at the foot of the summit climb.
Day 5: Kibo Hut (4,700m) – Summit (5,895m) – Horombo Hut (3,720m)
Trekking Time to Summit: 6–8 hours | Distance to Summit: 6km
Descent Time to Horombo: 5–6 hours | Descent Distance: 15km
Start the summit attempt around midnight for a pre-dawn ascent to Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa.
After reaching the summit and enjoying the sunrise, descend back to Kibo Hut for a rest before continuing to Horombo Hut for the night.
Day 6: Horombo Hut (3,720m) – Marangu Gate (1,870m) – Moshi (1,400m)
Trekking Time: 6–7 hours | Distance: 20km
A gradual descent back through the rainforest to Marangu Gate.
After receiving your certificate, transfer back to your hotel in Moshi.
Overnight Stay: Hotel in Moshi.
Relax and recover at your hotel before being transferred to the airport for your departure.
Inclusions
Professional, experienced, mountain guides
Clean, purified drinking water
Emergency Oxygen Cylinder
Conservation fees (part of park fees)
VAT (18% charged by the Government)
Kilimanjaro summit certificate
Rescue fees (part of park fees)
All meals while on the Mountain
All transfers to the mountain and back to your Moshi hotel
Sleeping Mattress
Guides, Porters, Cook salaries and park fees
Camping or Hut fees (part of park fees)
Large portions of fresh, healthy, nutritious food
Exclusions
Personal trekking equipment such as sleepings bags, hiking boots, clothes, etc (available for renting)
Tanzania Visa
Transfers (available as an optional addon)
Personal Expenses (e.g. laundry, telephone, beverages, etc.)
Liquors, beers and bottled beverages
Tips and gratuities
International and domestic flights
Travel insurance
Meals not listed in the itinerary
Hotel (available as an optional addon)
Surcharge for online payment of advance and balance (5% on each payment)
