Marangu Route
6-Day Kilimanjaro Trek via Marangu Route
Valid
Year Through
Duration
6 Days | 5 Nights
Destinations
Marangu Gate, Mandara Hut, Horombo Hut, Kibo Hut, Uhuru Peak and Marangu Gate
Pick Up
Kilimanjaro International Airport
Drop Off
Kilimanjaro International Airport
“Experience Africa’s Highest Peak with Comfort and Expert Guidance”
Best Time to Trek:
The best time to trek Mount Kilimanjaro is during the dry seasons: January to mid-March and June to October. These months offer clear skies, better trail conditions, and a higher chance of a successful summit.
Trek Highlights
Join Social Adventure Safari for an unforgettable 6-day climb on the Marangu Route, famously known as the “Coca-Cola Route” for its comfortable hut accommodations along the way. This scenic trek guides you through lush rainforests, alpine meadows, and volcanic landscapes before reaching the summit at Uhuru Peak (5,895m). Ideal for first-time climbers, this route balances moderate challenges with professional support, ensuring a safe and memorable ascent.
Full Itinerary
Arrival Day – Welcome to Tanzania!
Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by the Social Adventure Safari team and transferred to House of West Kili.
Enjoy a relaxing evening with dinner provided at the lodge as you prepare for your upcoming climb with a full briefing and gear check by your expert guide.
Accommodation: House of West Kili (Bed, Breakfast & Dinner)
Day 1: Marangu Gate (1,980m) to Mandara Hut (2,700m)
Hiking Time: 3-4 hours | Distance: Approx. 12 km | Habitat: Montane Forest
After an early breakfast, you’ll be transferred to Marangu Gate for registration. Begin your trek through lush rainforest filled with wildlife such as Colobus monkeys, traversing muddy and misty trails. You’ll reach Mandara Hut, a cozy camp featuring solar lighting and flush toilets, where a delicious dinner awaits after a rewarding first day on the mountain.
Overnight: Mandara Hut
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 2: Mandara Hut (2,700m) to Horombo Hut (3,720m)
Hiking Time: ~6 hours | Distance: Approx. 15 km | Habitat: Moorland
Today’s climb transitions from rainforest into the expansive moorland. Pass by the stunning Maundi Crater and enjoy spectacular views of Kibo Peak. The path is decorated with unique flora like giant lobelias and groundsel plants. Arrive at Horombo Hut, a large plateau camp where warm meals and water are provided. Nights here get quite cold, so be prepared.
Overnight: Horombo Hut
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3: Acclimatization Day at Horombo Hut (3,720m)
This important rest day is designed to help your body adjust to the altitude. You may choose to hike to Mawenzi Hut (4,600m) for better acclimatization or relax at camp. Meals will be served onsite, and the day is yours to recharge before the more challenging days ahead.
Overnight: Horombo Hut
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch (packed or at hut), Dinner
Day 4: Horombo Hut (3,720m) to Kibo Hut (4,700m)
Hiking Time: ~6 hours | Distance: Approx. 15 km | Habitat: Alpine Desert
After breakfast, ascend into the alpine desert zone via either the upper or lower trail to Kibo Hut, located between Mawenzi and Kibo peaks. Your guide will provide a detailed briefing to prepare for the summit attempt later tonight. Early to bed!
Overnight: Kibo Hut
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 5: Summit Day – Kibo Hut (4,700m) to Uhuru Peak (5,895m) to Horombo Hut (3,720m)
Hiking Time: 8 hours ascent, 6 hours descent | Distance: Approx. 27 km | Habitat: Rocky Scree & Ice Summit
Rise early (around 23:30) for tea and biscuits before beginning your summit push. Ascend steep trails to Hans Meyer Cave (5,150m) and onward to Gillman’s Point (5,681m) on the crater rim. The final stretch leads to Uhuru Peak—the highest point in Africa—where you’ll celebrate your success with panoramic views and photos. Descend to Kibo Hut for lunch and rest before continuing down to Horombo Hut for your last night on the mountain.
Overnight: Horombo Hut
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 6: Horombo Hut (3,720m) to Marangu Gate (1,980m) – Return to Arusha
Hiking Time: ~6 hours | Distance: Approx. 27 km | Habitat: Forest
Enjoy a final hearty breakfast before descending through forest trails to Marangu Gate. Celebrate your achievement with your team through song and dance before signing out and receiving your summit certificate—green for Gillman’s Point or gold for Uhuru Peak. Transfer back to House of West Kili for a well-deserved shower and restful evening.
Accommodation: House of West Kili (Bed & Breakfast)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Departure Day – Farewell Tanzania
After breakfast, you will be transferred to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your flight home or onward journey, carrying unforgettable memories of your Kilimanjaro adventure with Social Adventure Safari.
If you’re not ready to say goodbye just yet, you have the option to extend your trip—choose a thrilling wildlife safari in Serengeti or Ngorongoro, or unwind with a beach relaxation escape in Zanzibar. Let us know your preference, and we’ll be happy to arrange the perfect extension for you!
Price Includes
- Personalized meet and greet at Kilimanjaro Airport
- Private airport transfers to/from the Hotel
- Comfortable accommodation with meals on arrival and departure days
- All Park, camping, and rescue fees
- Experienced, licensed mountain guides, assistant guides, porters, and cooks
- Nutritious meals and purified drinking water throughout the trek
- Quality camping equipment (tents, sleeping mats, dining tents)
- Emergency oxygen, pulse oximeter, and first aid kits
- Kilimanjaro National Park certificate for your summit success
Price Excludes
- International flights
- Tanzania visa fees
- Tips for guides, porters, and cooks
- Personal expenses (laundry, phone, drinks, snacks)
- Optional travel and medical insurance
- Personal hiking gear (available for rent in Tanzania)
- Optional live tracking service (additional cost)
- Vaccinations (Yellow Fever required if coming from infected areas)
