6 Days Marangu Route Trekking Kilimanjaro Adventure

Book on a thrilling 6 day trek along the Marangu Route of Kilimanjaro exploring breathtaking landscapes and reaching for the summit on adventure

6 Days Marangu Route Trekking Kilimanjaro Adventure

The Marangu Route is Known as the Coca Cola Route due to bottled beverages availability, it\'s ideal for less experienced trekkers with a gradual ascent. The journey takes 5-6 days through rainforests, moorlands, and grasslands. Accommodations in shared huts offer basic amenities. The descent retraces the same path. Physical and mental preparation is crucial, and hiring experienced guides and porters enhances safety and ensures a successful journey to the Roof of Africa

Tour Highlights:

Day 1 : Begin on Marangu Gate trek to Mandara Hut

Day 2 : Mandara Hut trek to Horombo Hut

Day 3 : Horombo Hut (Acclimatization Day)

Day 4 : Horombo Hut trek up to Kibo Hut

Day 5 : Kibo Hut to Summit to Horombo Hut

Day 6 : Horombo Hut descend to Marangu Gate drive to Moshi

Day 1: Begin on Marangu Gate trek to Mandara Hut

After breakfast, we will proceed to the Marangu Gate for registration and formalities. Our trek begins through the lush rainforest, where we might spot blue monkeys along the way. The trail gradually ascends, offering beautiful views of the surrounding hillsides. Our destination for the day is Mandara Hut. Trekking Distance: 8 km Trekking Time: 4-6 hours Habitat: Rainforest

Destination: Marangu Gate to Mandara Hut

Accommodation: Mandara Hut

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Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 2: Mandara Hut trek to Horombo Hut

We start the day with a steep but non-technical climb through the forest, eventually reaching the high moorland. If weather permits, we'll be rewarded with our first glimpses of the Kibo and Mawenzi peaks. The trail takes us to Horombo Hut, where we will spend the night. Elevation: 8,858 ft to 12,205 ft Trekking Distance: 12 km Trekking Time: 6-8 hours Habitat: Heath

Destination: Mandara Hut To Horombo Hut

Accommodation: Horombo Hut

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Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Drinking water

Day 3: Horombo Hut (Acclimatization Day)

Today is a rest day at Horombo Hut, allowing us to acclimatize to the altitude. Optional day hikes to Mawenzi Ridge offer stunning views of Kibo and Mawenzi peaks, providing motivation for the upcoming ascent. Elevation: 12,205 ft to 14,160 ft Trekking Distance: 10 km Trekking Time: 3-5 hours Habitat: Heath

Destination: Horombo Hut To Mawenzi Ridge To Horombo Hut

Accommodation: Horombo Hut

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Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Drinking water

Day 4: Horombo Hut trek up to Kibo Hut

We continue our ascent, crossing the lunar desert of the "Saddle" between Mawenzi and Kibo peaks. The trail leads us to the campsite at the base of the Kibo crater wall, where we rest, have dinner, and prepare for the final ascent. Elevation: 12,205 ft to 15,430 ft Trekking Distance: 10 km Trekking Time: 6-8 hours Habitat: Alpine Desert

Destination: Horombo Hut To Kibo Hut

Accommodation: Kibo Hut

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Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Drinking water

Day 5: Kibo Hut to Summit to Horombo Hut

Starting in the early morning (around midnight), we begin the climb to the summit in hopes of witnessing the sunrise. The trail consists of steep switchbacks on a scree slope, with climbers illuminated by headlamps. It's important to focus on breathing and footing. Upon reaching the summit, we savor the breathtaking views and then descend to Horombo Hut for rest. Elevation: 15,430 ft to 19,341 ft Trekking Distance: 22 km Trekking Time: 10-13 hours Habitat: Arctic

Destination: Kibo Hut To Uhuru Peak To Horombo Hut

Accommodation: Horombo Hut

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Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Drinking water

Day 6: Horombo Hut descend to Marangu Gate drive to Moshi

Gate On the final day, we embark on a long descent, mostly through the rainforest. As we reach the Marangu Gate, we collect our certificates of achievement. From there, we transfer by vehicle to our hotel for celebration. Elevation: 12,205 ft to 6,046 ft Trekking Distance: 20 km Trekking Time: 5-7 hours Habitat: Rainforest

Destination: Horombo Hut To Mandara Hut To Marangu Gate

Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Dinner, Drinking water

TOUR PRICE/COST

We offer two pricing options:

Private Tour (Sharing Price)

The cost is shared within your private group. More people means a lower price per person.

Group Joining Tour

Join others on a fixed-date tour at a set per-person rate—ideal for solo travelers or small groups.

Private (Shared) Price

No of pax	Adult	Child
1 pax	$1,463 pp	$1,097 pp
2–4 pax	$1,438 pp	$1,079 pp
5–9 pax	$1,413 pp	$1,060 pp
10–15 pax	$1,388 pp	$1,041 pp

Group joining price

Adult	Child
$1,438 pp	$1,079 pp

PRICE INCLUSIONS & PRICE EXCLUSIONS

Inclusions

✓ Sleeping bag or bed linen

✓ Rental vehicle

✓ Rescue fee

✓ All activities mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)

✓ Meals (as specified in the day-by-day description)

✓ All accommodation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional upgrade)

✓ Camping equipment (only sleeping bag/bed linen may be listed as excluded)

✓ All transportation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)

✓ All Taxes/VAT

✓ Tips: tipping guideline

Exclusions

Bath towels

Climbing gear

Roundtrip airport transfer

All flights during the tour

International flights to/from the start/end of the tour

Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour

Personal items

Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees

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