About this trip
The Marangu route is also referred to as the "Coca-Cola" route, as it is considered to be the easiest path on the mountain, given its gradual slope, direct path and the most comfortable route to reach the summit of Mt Kilimanjaro.
It is the oldest and the most well-established route on the Kilimanjaro. The route is well-developed and the climb is constant and moderate. Only the approach to the summit is the exception as it is slightly more demanding. This is the only route which offers sleeping huts in dormitory style. The accommodation on this tour is in simple mountain huts, which might be an advantage compared to the camping routes.
Guests are supplied with mattresses and pillows, but sleeping bags are still required. The huts have communal dining halls, basic washrooms and toilets. The short time frame of the route makes altitude acclimatization fairly difficult. The route approaches Mount Kilimanjaro from the southeast. Marangu is unfortunately less scenic than the other routes because the ascent and descent are along the same path. It is one of crowded route for that reason
The main itinerary difference between the Marangu 5-days and 6-days Marangu route is the additional acclimatization day at Horombo on day three.
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS:
Day 0: Kilimanjaro Airport – Moshi/ Arusha
Day 1: Moshi/ Arusha - Marangu gate – Mandara Hut
Day 2: Mandara hut – Horombo Hut
Day 3: Horombo Hut – Mawenzi - Back to Horombo Hut (full day Acclimatization Day)
Day 4: Horombo Hut – Kibo Hut
Day 5: Kibo Hut – Uhuru Peak (summit point) -Back to Horombo Hut
Day 6: Horombo Hut – Mandara hut - Marangu gate - Back to Moshi/Arusha
What’s included
- Guide
- Park Fees
- Tax
- Gate transfer
- Crew wages
- Environment fees
- Porters
- Cook
- Breakfasts
- Lunches
- Dinners
- Drinking Water
What’s not included
- Flights
- Crew Tips
- Visas
Available Packages
Itinerary
We will leave the glades of the rainforest and follow an ascending path on to the open moorlands then the Horombo encampment. We will witness the amazing views of Kibo and Mawenzi. As we cross the Alpine Zone of the mountain we will see giant lobelias and grounsels. Here, you are expected to begin to feel the effects of the altitude.
- Altitude: 2,700 m to 3,700 m
- Distance Covered: 11km
- Time to be used: 6-8 hours
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
- Accommodation: Horombo Hut