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Tanzania · Trekking
The journey
A route highly recommended for climbers, the Marangu Route is one of the quickest and most direct ways to reach the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro. Its consistent rate of ascent makes acclimatization and stamina easier to regulate, while the trek passes through humid rainforest filled with exotic sights and sounds before climbing into moorland, alpine desert, and the summit zone. Affectionately known as the 'Coca Cola Route,' it is the mountain's most popular route and attracts more adventurers than all the other routes combined.
Affectionately known as the 'Coca Cola Route,' it is the mountain's most popular route and attracts more adventurers than all the other routes combined.
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At a glance
Day by day
Meet your Mj Safaris guide for transfer to your accommodation in Moshi town.
Gather in the evening for a pre-climbing briefing and equipment check.
Confirm that you have the mandatory medical coverage and travel insurance.
Walk through coffee and banana plantations.
Ascend through unspoiled forest to Mandara Hut at 2,700 meters.
Explore the forest or take an afternoon excursion to the Maundi Crater remains.
Rest overnight at Mandara Hut.
Enjoy views of Kibo and Mawenzi peaks in clear weather.
Continue steadily to Horombo Hut at 3,720 meters.
Observe spectacular sunrises and sunsets above the clouds.
Stay overnight at Horombo Hut.
Return for lunch and rest, or explore the surroundings.
Take photographs of Mawenzi Volcano or relax in preparation for the next day.
Spend the night at Horombo Hut.
Experience scree terrain and high-altitude wilderness.
Reach Kibo Hut at 4,700 meters by midday.
Rest and eat to prepare for the final summit attempt.
Spend the night at Kibo Hut.
Climb steep volcanic scree to reach Gillman's Point at 5,685 meters at sunrise.
Rest and enjoy the sunrise.
Continue along the crater rim to Uhuru Peak at 5,896 meters if feeling strong.
Descend swiftly to Horombo Hut.
Stay overnight at Horombo Hut.
Continue descending through forest to Marangu National Park Gate at 1,830 meters.
Transfer by vehicle to Moshi town.
Rest overnight in Moshi.
Travel to Kilimanjaro Airport for departure or to the recommended hotel for a safari briefing.
Begin your next adventure or journey home.
Where this trip takes you
Rainforest to Mandara Hut, the Saddle and Kibo Hut, Sunrise at Uhuru Peak
The route
The fine print
Professional mountain crew, including English-speaking guides, porters, and a cook.
All park fees, including entrance, camping or hut fees, and permits.
Meals during the trek, including breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Safe and purified drinking water throughout the climb.
Accommodation before and after the climb.
Camping equipment such as tents, sleeping bags, and mattresses.
Transport to and from the park gates.
Safety gear, including oxygen cylinders and a first aid kit.
Applicable VAT (Value Added Tax).
International and domestic flights are not included.
Visa fees are not covered.
Tips for guides, porters, and cooks are not included.
Personal trekking gear such as trekking poles, gloves, and other items is not provided.
Travel insurance is not included.
Personal expenses, including laundry, drinks, snacks, and more, are not covered.
Include layers of clothing such as a waterproof jacket, insulated jacket, fleece, long-sleeve shirts, and hiking pants.
Wear sturdy waterproof hiking boots.
Pack warm socks.
Bring necessary gear like trekking poles, a sleeping bag, and a backpack.
Carry essentials such as sunscreen, lip balm, insect repellent, and a first-aid kit.
Logistics
Your 8 days finish where they began, in Mt Kilimanjaro.
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