5-Day Climb Kilimanjaro - Marangu Route
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5-Day Climb Kilimanjaro - Marangu Route

Duration
5 days / 4 night
Group Size
Max 12
Destination
Mount Kilimanjaro
Types
Group Safari · Joining / Shared Safari +1

About This Safari

The Marangu Route, also called the Coca-Cola Route, is a popular way to climb Kilimanjaro with comfortable huts to sleep in at each camp no need to carry a tent. The trail passes through beautiful forests and open mountain areas. It’s easy to follow with a clear, well-marked path. This route can be done in fewer days while still giving you a great and rewarding way to experience Mount Kilimanjaro.

Tour Highlights

Route: Marangu Route (the classic "Coca-Cola Route"), featuring comfortable permanent dormitory-style mountain huts with no need to carry a tent.
Trail Experience: Clear, well-marked paths passing through lush montane rainforests, open heather zones, and alpine moorlands.
Key Stops & Landmarks:
Mandara Hut Mandara Hut – Nestled in the lush rainforest zone with an optional side trip to the scenic Maundi Crater.
Horombo Hut Horombo Hut – Situated in the moorland zone offering dramatic, sweeping views of Kibo and Mawenzi peaks.
Kibo Hut Kibo Hut – High-altitude desert base camp set beneath the Kibo crater wall ahead of the summit attempt.
Summit Achievement: Reaching Uhuru Peak (5,895 meters), the roof of Africa, to catch an unforgettable sunrise over the continent.

What's Included

Included

Rescue fee
Park fees
(For non-residents)
All activities
(Unless labeled as optional)
All accommodation
(Unless listed as upgrade)
A professional driver/guide
All transportation
(Unless labeled as optional)
All Taxes/VAT
Roundtrip airport transfer
Meals
(As specified in the day-by-day section)
Drinks
(As specified in the day-by-day section)

Not Included

Porterage
Climbing gear
International flights
(From/to home)
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
Tips
(Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
Personal items
(Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees

Photos

5-Day Climb Kilimanjaro - Marangu Route
5-Day Climb Kilimanjaro - Marangu Route
5-Day Climb Kilimanjaro - Marangu Route
5-Day Climb Kilimanjaro - Marangu Route

5-Day Itinerary

Mandara Hut (Budget mountain hut located on Mt Kilimanjaro)

Mandara Hut (Budget mountain hut located on Mt Kilimanjaro)

Marangu Gate / Mandara Hut

Moshi
8.3 km / 5 mi 4–5 hrs
Marangu Gate / Mandara Hut
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Marangu Gate to Mandara Huts

Departing from Moshi, a 1-hour drive takes you through the village of Marangu to the Kilimanjaro National Park Gate. You enjoy the beautiful rainforest scenery and winding trails as your guide introduces you to local flora, fauna, and wildlife.

Breakfast Lunch Dinner

Activities

Departing from Moshi, a 1-hour drive takes you through the village of Marangu to the Kilimanjaro National Park Gate. You enjoy the beautiful rainforest scenery and winding trails as your guide introduces you to local flora, fauna, and wildlife.

At these lower elevations, the trail can be muddy and slippery, so gaiters and trekking poles are highly recommended.

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