6 days · Tanzania · Mountain trek
Kilimanjaro: Marangu Route
The classic “Coca-Cola” route and the only one with shared mountain huts instead of tents. Marangu has a gentle gradient and an extra acclimatisation day at Horombo, making it a good choice for those who prefer a bed to a tent.
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6 days on the mountain
Route
Marangu Gate · Horombo · Kibo · Uhuru Peak
Best time
Jan – Mar, Jun – Oct
Ideal for
Private climb or join a group
Huts instead of tents
Marangu is the oldest established route on Kilimanjaro and approaches from the south-east. Climbers sleep in simple dormitory-style huts with beds, which many find more comfortable in bad weather. The ascent and descent follow the same path, so scenery is less varied than on other routes, but the gradual slopes and an acclimatisation day at Horombo Hut help your body adjust to the altitude. The final push to the summit is steep and long, starting from Kibo Hut at around 4,700 m.
Itinerary
Day by day
A sample route. Your planner will adjust camps and order to match the herds' position in your travel month.
Day 1 · Marangu Gate to Mandara Hut
Walk through rainforest, often with blue and colobus monkeys, to Mandara Hut at about 2,700 m.
Day 2 · To Horombo Hut
Climb onto open moorland with views of Mawenzi peak, to Horombo Hut at about 3,700 m.
Day 3 · Acclimatisation day
A day hike towards Mawenzi or Zebra Rocks, returning to sleep at Horombo.
Day 4 · To Kibo Hut
Cross the high alpine desert “saddle” to Kibo Hut at about 4,700 m.
Day 5 · Summit day
Climb through the night via Gilman’s Point to Uhuru Peak (5,895 m), then descend to Horombo.
Day 6 · Down to Marangu Gate
Walk back down through the forest to the gate to celebrate.
Included
— Park, camping and rescue fees
— Professional mountain guides, cook and porters
— Quality tents, sleeping mats and mess tent
— All meals and treated water on the mountain
— Emergency oxygen and first aid kit
— Hotel nights before and after the climb
— Airport transfers
Not included
— International flights and visas
— Travel insurance with high-altitude cover (required)
— Sleeping bag and personal gear (rental available)
— Tips for guides and crew
— Drinks and personal items
Climb Kilimanjaro with us
Climb privately with your own crew, or join one of our small group departures to share the adventure and the cost. Tell us your dates and we’ll suggest the best option.
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