6-Day Marangu Route Kilimanjaro Trek
Highlights
Mount Kilimanjaro
nature, trekking, photography
Group Tour
6 Days
Hard
English
Description
Experience a 6-day fully guided Kilimanjaro climb via the scenic Marangu Route, also known as the "Coca-Cola Route." Begin in the lush rainforest and trek through diverse ecosystems including moorlands, alpine desert, and glacial summit zones. Stay in mountain huts with meals provided, and benefit from the support of experienced guides and porters. Reach the majestic Uhuru Peak (5,895m), the highest point in Africa, and celebrate your accomplishment with unforgettable sunrise views and mountain camaraderie.
Itinerary
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Day 1: Begin Trek – Marangu Gate to Mandara Huts
- Depart from Moshi at 8:00 a.m. and drive to Marangu Gate.
Complete registration and permit process while watching porters and guides prepare.
Begin trek through the lush rainforest with sightings of Colobus monkeys and native flora.
Hike for approximately 4-5 hours covering 8.3 km to reach Mandara Huts (2,723m).
Settle in for dinner and overnight at Mandara Huts.
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Day 2: Ascend to Horombo Huts
- Wake up early, have breakfast, and begin the trek through heathland and moorland.
Observe giant groundsels and lobelias, and stop for lunch en route with views of Mawenzi Peak.
Trek for 6-8 hours covering 12.5 km and reach Horombo Huts (3,721m).
Enjoy dinner and overnight stay at Horombo Huts.
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Day 3: Acclimatization Day at Horombo
- Spend the day resting or opt for an acclimatization hike to Mawenzi base camp.
Gain insight into mountain weather patterns and improve altitude adjustment.
Return to Horombo Huts for dinner and overnight stay.
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Day 4: Trek to Kibo Huts
- Continue the ascent through the alpine desert known as “the saddle” between Mawenzi and Kibo.
Stop for lunch midway and continue trekking for 6-8 hours over 10.5 km.
Reach Kibo Huts (4,714m), rest, have an early dinner, and prepare for summit night.
Sleep early to conserve energy for the midnight summit attempt.
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Day 5: Summit Uhuru Peak and Descend to Horombo
- Wake up between midnight and 2:00 a.m. and begin the ascent to the summit.
Hike for 5-7 hours through scree and snow to Gillman’s Point (5,685m), then proceed to Uhuru Peak (5,895m).
Celebrate at the summit with photos and breathtaking sunrise views.
Begin descent back to Kibo Huts for a short rest, then continue down to Horombo Huts.
Hike a total of 22 km today (6.25 km up and 15.75 km down).
Enjoy a hot meal and a well-earned rest at Horombo Huts.
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Day 6: Descend to Marangu Gate and Return to Moshi
- Have breakfast, thank the mountain crew during a farewell ceremony.
Begin the descent through moorland and rainforest to Mandara for lunch.
Continue hiking to Marangu Gate, completing 20 km over 6-7 hours.
Receive your summit certificate and meet your driver at the gate.
Drive back to your hotel in Moshi for a hot shower, dinner, and celebration.
Overnight at The Maridadi Hotel (B&B). Prepare for departure, safari, or Zanzibar extension.
What's Included
What's Excluded
What To Bring
Meeting Point
Cancellation Policy
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For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.
Price
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| 1 to 10 | /person |
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| 1 to 10 | /person |
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This is a group tour |
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