5-Day Kilimanjaro Trek – Marangu Route
Note:Final pricing is subject to availability and the operator's quotation
Tour overview
The Marangu Route, often called the Coca-Cola Route, is the only Kilimanjaro route using mountain huts for overnight stays. It passes through rainforest, moorland and high-altitude desert before the summit.
Trip Details
- Duration: 5 Days / 4 Nights
- Tour Type: Guided Mountain Climb
- Route: Marangu Route
- Difficulty: Challenging
Day to day itineraries
Day 1: Marangu Gate – Mandara Hut
Register at Marangu Gate and trek through rainforest to Mandara Hut, enjoying the lush vegetation.
Accommodation: Mountain camping
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 2: Mandara Hut – Horombo Hut
Continue through moorland towards Horombo Hut with views of Kibo and Mawenzi.
Accommodation: Mountain camping
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 3: Horombo Hut – Kibo Hut
Cross the high saddle between Mawenzi and Kibo towards Kibo Hut. Rest and prepare for the summit.
Accommodation: Mountain camping
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 4: Kibo Hut – Uhuru Peak – Horombo Hut
Begin before dawn, reach Uhuru Peak at 5,895m and descend to Horombo Hut.
Accommodation: Mountain camping
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 5: Horombo Hut – Marangu Gate – Moshi
Descend through rainforest, complete park formalities and transfer to Moshi.
Accommodation: Not included – Departure day
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
Highlights
- Coca-Cola Route
- Mountain hut accommodation
- Mawenzi and Kibo views
- Uhuru Peak – 5,895m