5-Day Mount Kilimanjaro Climb via Marangu Route
Overview
Known as the “Coca-Cola” route, the Marangu Route is the oldest and most established route on Mount Kilimanjaro. This route offers hut accommodations and a more gradual ascent, making it a popular choice for climbers. The Marangu Route provides a relatively comfortable climb with diverse scenery.
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: ArrivalÂ
Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport and transfer to your hotel in Moshi or Arusha. Meet your guide for a pre-climb briefing and gear check. Enjoy dinner and an overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 2: Marangu Gate to Mandara Hut
After breakfast, drive to Marangu Gate (1,870 meters) for registration. Begin the trek through the rainforest to Mandara Hut (2,720 meters), where you will have dinner and an overnight stay in huts. (Hiking time: 4-5 hours, Distance: 8 km)
Day 3: Mandara Hut to Horombo Hut
Leave the rainforest and enter the heathland moorland zone, heading towards Horombo Hut (3,720 meters). Enjoy panoramic views and a change in vegetation. Dinner and overnight stay in huts. (Hiking time: 5-6 hours, Distance: 12 km)
Day 4: Horombo Hut to Kibo Hut
Continue the trek through the alpine desert zone to Kibo Hut (4,700 meters). This leg of the journey involves a steady climb with stunning views of Mawenzi and Kibo peaks. Early dinner and rest before the summit attempt. (Hiking time: 6-7 hours, Distance: 10 km)
Day 5: Kibo Hut to Uhuru Peak to Horombo Hut
Begin the midnight ascent to Uhuru Peak (5,895 meters), the highest point in Africa. The climb is strenuous but rewarding with a breathtaking sunrise at the summit. After celebrating, descend to Horombo Hut for rest and overnight stay. (Hiking time: 8-10 hours to the summit, 6-8 hours descent, Distance: 22 km)
Day 6: Horombo Hut to Marangu Gate
Complete the descent back through the heathland moorland zone to Marangu Gate. Receive your summit certificate and transfer back to Moshi for a celebratory dinner and overnight stay at the hotel. (Hiking time: 5-6 hours, Distance: 20 km)
Day 7: Departure
Transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your departure, concluding your Mount Kilimanjaro adventure.
- Accommodation in Moshi or Arusha (2 nights)
- Hut accommodation on the mountain (4 nights)
- All meals during the climb
- Airport transfers
- Park entry fees and hut fees
- Professional mountain guides, cooks, and porters
- Rescue fees
- Drinking water on the mountain
- International flights
- Visa fees
- Travel insurance
- Personal climbing gear
- Tips for guides, cooks, and porters
- Personal expenses (souvenirs, drinks)