You'll be picked up from your accommodations in Arusha and driven to Kilimanjaro National Park. Here, you'll meet your guides and commence your journey through the lush rainforest that blankets the lower slopes of Kilimanjaro.
Hiking for 5-6 hours amidst this ancient jungle, you'll enjoy a mini-safari, spotting wildlife like black and white colobus monkeys along the trail.
Your night will be spent at the modern Mandara Huts, equipped with conveniences such as solar lighting and flush toilets – luxuries you'll appreciate before venturing further up the mountain.
- Moshi Kilimanjaro Tanzania
- info@wildvistaexpedition.com
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Tanzania
5 Days Marangu Route
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Start From
$1,405
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Duration
5 Days
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Group Size
No size Limit
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Tour Type
Hiking
Tour Overview
The Marangu Route, often called the "Coca-Cola route," is the oldest path up Mount Kilimanjaro and one of the most popular ones. Opting for the Marangu route, you will repeat the very first successful Kilimanjaro summit by Hans Meyer that took place in 1889. The trail lies inside Kilimanjaro National Park, traversing all climatic zones of the mountain from tropical forest to alpine desert. Uniquely, it is the only route that offers dormitory-style huts for overnight stays
Despite its reputation for being one of the easiest routes, the final ascent to the summit remains challenging, requiring climbers to be well-prepared and equipped. It's essential to approach the Marangu Route with seriousness, ensuring thorough organization and adherence to safety protocols, as inadequate preparation often leads to a high failure rate among climbers.
During our few years of operating Kilimanjaro climbs, we’ve collected lots of data on every route regarding summit success rates. We believe those numbers to be fairly accurate. Below you can see the summit success rates on our Marangu route expeditions:
Marangu 5-day itinerary – Uhuru Peak: 83.8%; Crater Rim: 88.0%
Marangu 6-day itinerary – Uhuru Peak: 86.6%; Crater Rim: 93.14%
Note that the Marangu route 6-day itinerary has a higher summit success rate than its 5-day variation. Overall, the Marangu route itineraries have a lower summit success rate compared to routes such as Lemosho 7-day or Machame 7-day. This is due to the steeper acclimatization profile. While Marangu 6 is generally suitable for reasonably fit beginners, the 5-day variation is recommended only for experienced high-altitude trekkers or travelers with good prior acclimatization.
Dubbed the "Coca-Cola Route" due to its popularity and relative ease, the Marangu Route presents a feasible option for those with time constraints. Though the five-day option may feel rushed, it remains an attainable strategy for summiting the Roof of Africa.
Tour Include & Excluded
- Private Transportation to and from your selected Route
- Airport pick up
- Quality, Waterproof, four-season private mountain sleeping tent for camp route
- Certified, experienced, English speaking mountain guides (Please request for other language Speaking Guides French/Spanish/German & Etc, supplement $25 per day subject to availability).
- All Kilimanjaro National Park Fees
- Government Climbing Taxes
- All hot Meals prepared by our cook while on Mountain
- Guides, Porters and Cook Salaries
- Enough porters to carry your luggage
- Personal Summit Certificate signed by the National Park and your Guide
- Personal items and toiletries
- Accommodation before & After trek
- Hotel (available as an optional addon)
- Transfers (available as an optional addon)
- Personal trekking equipment such as sleepings bags, hiking boots, clothes, etc (available for renting)
- Tips for guides, porters and cook
- International airfares and departure taxes
- All items of person nature such as telephone call, fax, email etc
- Alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks
- Visa and International flight tickets fees.
Tour Itinerary
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Day 1
ARUSHA TO MARANGU GATE TO MANDARA HUT
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Day 2
MANDARA HUT TO HOROMBO HUT
An early start awaits you as you embark on a full day of hiking. Today's trek transitions from the verdant rainforest to the stark alpine zone, covering over 11 kilometers en route to the Maundi Crater.
Weather permitting, you'll be rewarded with breathtaking views of the Kibo Glacier before settling in for the night. -
Day 3
HOROMBO HUT TO KIBO HUT
Today brings another challenging hike as you make your way to Kibo Hut in preparation for your summit bid. Ascending nearly 1,000 meters, you'll pass the last watering point at 4,130 meters before reaching Kibo Hut in the afternoon.
Stay hydrated during your early dinner, as you'll rise early the next day to commence your ascent to the summit. -
Day 4
KIBO HUT TO UHURU PEAK TO HOROMBO HUT
An early start is essential today – just after midnight, in fact! Your team will wake you with hot tea and a light snack before beginning the climb in darkness.
Hiking for 5-7 hours, you'll reach Stella Point before dawn, and after a further two hours of intense ascent, you'll stand triumphantly at Uhuru Peak, 5,985 meters above sea level.
After witnessing the majestic sunrise and soaking in the panoramic view, you'll descend to Horombo Hut via Kibo Hut, culminating in one of the most challenging yet rewarding days of your journey. -
Day 5
HOROMBO HUT TO MARANGU GATE TO MOSHI
Today is a day of celebration as you enjoy a final breakfast on the mountain before descending to Marangu Gate. The nearly 20-kilometer walk downhill is a welcome change from the ascent.
Upon reaching the gate, you'll celebrate with your porters and guides, offering them well-deserved tips for their hard work, and receiving your certificate of completion.
Your driver will then transport you back to your hotel in Moshi or Arusha for some well-deserved rest.
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