Embark on a thrilling 6-day trekking expedition to Mt. Kilimanjaro’s Marangu Route. Experience an acclimatization day at Horombo and enjoy hut accommodation along the way.
Embark on a thrilling 6-day trekking expedition to Mt. Kilimanjaro’s Marangu Route. Experience an acclimatization day at Horombo and enjoy hut accommodation along the way.
Moshi (1400 m) – Marangu Gate (1,980 m) – Mandara Hut (2,700 m)
Mandara Huts - Elevation: 1,870m (6,135ft) to 2,720m (8,923ft)
Distance: 8 km (5 miles)
Hiking Time: 3-4 hours
After breakfast, the journey begins with a drive to the Marangu Gate for climb registration. The trek starts through a lush rainforest, where wildlife such as Colobus…
Moshi (1400 m) – Marangu Gate (1,980 m) – Mandara Hut (2,700 m)
Mandara Huts - Elevation: 1,870m (6,135ft) to 2,720m (8,923ft)
Distance: 8 km (5 miles)
Hiking Time: 3-4 hours
After breakfast, the journey begins with a drive to the Marangu Gate for climb registration. The trek starts through a lush rainforest, where wildlife such as Colobus monkeys may be seen. The day concludes with an overnight stay at Mandara Hut.
Mandara Hut (2,700 m) – Horombo Hut (3,720 m)
Marangu Route 6 Days Itinerary - Horombo Hut (3,720 m) – Acclimatization Day
Horombo Hut (3,720 m) – Kibo Hut (4,700 m)
Summit Attempt: Kibo Hut (4,700 m) – Uhuru Peak 5,895 m & Back to Horombo Hut (3,720 m)
Uhuru Peak - Elevation: 4,703m (15,430ft) to 5,895m (19,341ft) to 3,720m (12,205ft)
Distance: 16 km (9.9 miles)
Hiking Time: 10-14 hours (Summit Day)
The summit attempt begins around midnight, with a steep ascent over scree and volcanic rock to Gilman’s Point (5,685m), continuing to Uhuru Peak, the highest point on Kilimanjaro. Witness the stunning sunrise from the Roof of Africa before descending back to Kibo Hut for a brief rest, then proceed to Horombo Hut.
Horombo Hut (3,720 m) – Marangu Gate at 1,980 m – Then Drive to Moshi/Arusha
Moshi - Elevation: 3,720m (12,205ft) to 1,870m (6,135ft) to 890m (2,920ft)
Distance: 20 km (12.4 miles)
Hiking Time: 6-7 hours
Enjoy a pleasant descent through the moorlands and rainforest, passing Mandara Hut on the way to Marangu Gate. Here, summit certificates are awarded before the drive back to Moshi for a celebratory evening.

- Fresh Water for drinking & Hot water for a wash daily
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Breakfast
- All fees and/or taxes
- Qualified mountain guide, assistant guides, porters and cook + Their Wages
- Return transfers Kilimanjaro airport to Moshi and Moshi to Kilimanjaro airport
- Emergency oxygen (for use in emergencies only – not as summit aid) + Basic first aid kit
- Fresh Water for drinking & Hot water for a wash daily
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Breakfast
- All fees and/or taxes
- Qualified mountain guide, assistant guides, porters and cook + Their Wages
- Return transfers Kilimanjaro airport to Moshi and Moshi to Kilimanjaro airport
- Emergency oxygen (for use in emergencies only – not as summit aid) + Basic first aid kit
- Visas & Flights
- Health and Travel Insurances ( Yellow Fever Vaccination is Compulsory)
- Gratuities
- Personal hiking/trekking gears (You can rent some gears from trekking equipment stores in Tanzania)
- Optional but highly recommended Portable toilet; Personal medicine and water purifying tablets
- Meals & drinks not specified and snacks
- Visas & Flights
- Health and Travel Insurances ( Yellow Fever Vaccination is Compulsory)
- Gratuities
- Personal hiking/trekking gears (You can rent some gears from trekking equipment stores in Tanzania)
- Optional but highly recommended Portable toilet; Personal medicine and water purifying tablets
- Meals & drinks not specified and snacks
Embark on an unforgettable journey up the legendary Mount Kilimanjaro via the 6-day Marangu Route, also known as the “Coca-Cola” route. This classic trek is the most popular and well-established path to the summit, offering comfortable hut accommodations and stunning panoramic views. As you ascend through lush rainforests, alpine meadows, and the unique…
Embark on an unforgettable journey up the legendary Mount Kilimanjaro via the 6-day Marangu Route, also known as the “Coca-Cola” route. This classic trek is the most popular and well-established path to the summit, offering comfortable hut accommodations and stunning panoramic views. As you ascend through lush rainforests, alpine meadows, and the unique lunar landscape near the summit, you’ll experience one of the most scenic and direct routes to the Roof of Africa. Whether you’re a seasoned climber or a first-time adventurer, the Marangu Route provides a rewarding and exhilarating trek to the top of Kilimanjaro.
If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.