5-Day Marangu Route
OVERVIEW
The 5-Day Marangu Route, also known as the “Coca-Cola Route,” is the only route on Kilimanjaro that offers hut accommodation. It is considered the most comfortable trekking path, making it a popular choice for climbers seeking a shorter and easier route. While the success rate is lower than longer routes due to limited acclimatization time, it still offers beautiful scenery, especially through rainforest and moorland zones.
This route is ideal for those with limited time or those who prefer the comfort of sleeping in huts instead of tents.
Day 1: Marangu Gate to Mandara Hut
Elevation: 1,870m to 2,700m
Distance: ~8 km
Hiking Time: 4–5 hours
Habitat: Rainforest
Start your trek through the lush rainforest, where you may spot blue monkeys and exotic birds. Reach Mandara Hut for your first overnight stay.
Day 2: Mandara Hut to Horombo Hut
Elevation: 2,700m to 3,720m
Distance: ~12 km
Hiking Time: 6–8 hours
Habitat: Moorland
Leave the forest behind and enter the open moorland zone with views of Mawenzi and Kibo peaks. Spend the night at Horombo Hut.
Day 3: Horombo Hut to Kibo Hut
Elevation: 3,720m to 4,700m
Distance: ~10 km
Hiking Time: 6–8 hours
Habitat: Alpine Desert
Continue your ascent through the alpine desert. The landscape becomes more barren as you approach Kibo Hut, your base before the summit attempt.
Day 4: Kibo Hut to Uhuru Peak to Horombo Hut
Elevation: 4,700m to 5,895m (Uhuru Peak) then down to 3,720m
Distance: ~21 km
Hiking Time: 12–14 hours
Habitat: Arctic to Moorland
Begin your summit attempt around midnight. Reach Uhuru Peak at sunrise and enjoy breathtaking views before descending to Horombo Hut for a well-earned rest.
Day 5: Horombo Hut to Marangu Gate
Elevation: 3,720m to 1,870m
Distance: ~20 km
Hiking Time: 5–7 hours
Habitat: Moorland to Rainforest
Descend through moorland and forest back to the park gate, where you’ll receive your summit certificates and transfer back to your hotel.
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SAFARI INCLUDES
✔️ Park fees (entry, camping, and rescue fees)
✔️ Professional, English-speaking mountain guides
✔️ Assistant guides, porters, and cook
✔️ Salary and fair treatment for the mountain crew
✔️ All meals during the trek (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
✔️ Clean and purified drinking water throughout the climb
✔️ Accommodation in mountain tents (double occupancy)
✔️ 2 nights’ hotel accommodation in Moshi/Arusha (before and after climb)
✔️ Transportation to and from the trailhead
✔️ Portable toilet (private for your group)
✔️ Oxygen cylinder and oximeter for daily health checks
✔️ Emergency evacuation if needed
✔️ Government taxes and VAT
SAFARI EXCLUDES
❌ International & domestic flights
❌ Tanzania Visa
❌ Personal travel insurance
❌ Tips for guides, porters, and cook (recommended)
❌ Mountain climbing gear (can be rented)
❌ Personal expenses (souvenirs, snacks, etc.)
❌ Additional hotel stays beyond the itinerary
❌ Meals not included at the hotel (before/after trek)
❌ Optional activities (day trips, excursions)