The Marangu Route also known as the ‘Coca-Cola’ or the ‘Tourist Route’ is a popular and commonly used route by tourists attempting the Mount Kilimanjaro Climb. And also, this is the only route that offers accommodation in huts and beverages such as Coca-Cola are served as you make your way to the summit.
This is the easiest route to the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro, as its ascent profile is gradual offering painless and less straining climbing for most of the route. Unfortunately, because of its status as an easy route, many inexperienced and unprepared climbers select it on their attempt to summit the mountain. As a result, approximately just thirty five percent (35%) success rate to the summit has been registered along this route.
Additional information
| duration | 6 days |
|---|---|
| destination | Tanzania |
| location | Mount Kilimanjaro |
| physicality | Moderate |
6 day Climb Kilimanjaro Marangu Route – Itinerary
Moshi/Arusha - Marangu Gate - Mandara hut
Today you will set off from the Marangu Gate where you will be briefed about this trek informed of all the necessary formalities. The trail starts with a very beautiful descent in the tropical rain-forest. On the higher edge of the verdant forest, you will be able to see some blue monkeys. Afterward, the trail widens all the way to the Mandara Hut exposing the beautiful hillsides. You will spend the night at the Mandara Hut.
Route Plan: Marangu Gate to Mandara Hut
Elevation: 6,046 feet to 8,858 feet
Distance Covered: 8 kilometers
Hiking Time: 4 to 5 hours
Habitat Moved: Rain Forest
Mandara hut – Horombo hut
Today you will continue on the trail in the forest which eventually will take you to the higher moorland. Here you will be able to catch you very first views of the Mawenzi peak as well as the Kibo peak. These are part of the three volcano peaks that make the Kilimanjaro summit.
Route Plan: Mandara Hut to Horombo Hut
Elevation: 8,858 feet to 12,205 feet
Distance Covered: 12 Kilometers
Hiking Time: 6 to 8 hours
Habitat Moved: Heath / Moorland
Horombo hut (The Acclimatization day)
This is an additional day set aside for you to acclimatize. It will be spent hiking on the Mawenzi Ridge. The exceptional landscape here offers nice views of the Mawenzi and Kibo peaks. You will spend time exploring this area before finally heading back to the Horombo hut for dinner and overnight.
Route Plan: Horombo Hut to Mawenzi Ridge
Elevation: 12,205 feet to 14,400 feet
Distance Covered: 5 Kilometers
Hiking Time: 2 to 3 hours
Habitat Moved: Heath / Moorland
Return to the Hut
Route Plan: Mawenzi Ridge to Horombo Hut
Elevation: 14,400 feet to 12,205 feet
Distance Covered: 5 Kilometers
Hiking Time: 1 to 2 hours
Habitat Moved: Heath / Moorland
Horombo hut – Kibo hut
Today you will gradually ascend before crossing the lunar desert found between the peaks of Kibo and Mawenzi. Later on, you will make it to the Kibo Hut where you will rest and have dinner quite early to enable you have ample rest as you prepare to reach the summit the following day. The Kibo Hut is found at the bottom of the wall of the Kibo Crater
Route Plan: Horombo Hut to Kibo Hut
Elevation: 12,205 feet to 15,430 feet
Distance Covered: 10 Kilometers
Hiking Time: 6 to 8 hours
Habitat Moved: Alpine Desert.
Kibo hut - Uhuru Peak - Horombo hut (Summit Day)
You will begin the hike very early at around midnight and begin your journey to the summit. This is actually the most challenging section of the trail, both mentally and physically. At this time, it is extremely cold and very windy. You will ascend for several hours in the darkness as you take short breaks in-between. Towards daybreak, you will reach the Gilman’s Point which is one of the highest point on the mountain, standing at an elevation of 18,600 feet. There you will be rewarded with the most breathtaking views of the sun rising over the Mawenzi Peak. Eventually, you will make it to the Uhuru Peak which is the highest point on Mountain Kilimanjaro as well as the ‘Rooftop of Africa’
You will be allowed to spend some time at the peak to take photos of this great achievement. Afterwards you will descend to the Horombo Hut. There you will enjoy your final meal up in the mountains and have some good sleep with a contented heart of a champion.
Route Plan: Kibo Hut to Uhuru Summit to Horombo Hut
Elevation: 15,430 feet to 19,341 feet ascent & 19,341 feet to 12,250 feet descent
Distance Covered: 16 Kilometers descent
Hiking Time: 6 to 8 hours ascent & 4 to 5 hours
Habitat Moved: Arctic ascent & Moorland / heath descent
Horombo hut - Marangu Gate – Moshi/Arusha
This is the final day of our 6-day trek to the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro. You will make a long descent through the verdant tropical forest all the way down to the park headquarters found at the Marangu Gate. There you will be rewarded with acknowledgment certificates appreciating you for making it to the summit. A safari vehicle will be waiting for you there, and that will transfer you to your hotel within Moshi.
Route Plan: Horombo Hut to Marangu Gate
Elevation: 12,250 feet to 6,046 feet
Distance Covered: 20 Kilometers
Hiking Time: 5 to 7 hours
Habitat Moved: Rain Forest.
6 day Climb Kilimanjaro Marangu Route – Prices
Price depends on number of persons. Please request for your best discounted price depending on how many persons are coming with you.
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