5-Day Marangu Route
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Marangu, also known as the Coca-Cola Route is the most popular route on Kilimanjaro with views of the Kibo and Mawenzi volcanoes! It is the only route equipped with sleeping huts, which come in handy in the rainy season.
This route is recommended for beginners and those who appreciate comfortable conditions. The distance of the Marangu Route is about 64 kilometres. You have the option to spend an extra day at Horombo Hut (3,720 metres) for better acclimatisation.
This trek is the fastest (five days) hike for skilled trekkers. Hiking on the Marangu Route for five or six days will be fine if you're climbing Mount Kilimanjaro for the first time, as extra days are good for altitude acclimatisation.
This route is recommended for beginners and those who appreciate comfortable conditions. The distance of the Marangu Route is about 64 kilometres. You have the option to spend an extra day at Horombo Hut (3,720 metres) for better acclimatisation.
This trek is the fastest (five days) hike for skilled trekkers. Hiking on the Marangu Route for five or six days will be fine if you're climbing Mount Kilimanjaro for the first time, as extra days are good for altitude acclimatisation.
Itinerary
Day 1
Trekking from Marangu Gate to Mandara Hut
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A guide and a mountain support crew will arrive at the hotel in the morning to meet you and hold a quick briefing, after which you will travel by vehicle to Kilimanjaro National Park's eastern entrance: Marangu Gate (1,860 metres) and start trekking up to Mandara Hut (2,700 metres). The trekking route includes passage through the rainforest where tropical showers are highly probable. When you reach the camp, your mountain support crew will pitch the tents and prepare lunch.
Accommodation
Mandara Huts
Activities
Marangu Gate to Mandara Hut
Transportations
Private Driver from Arusha to Mount Kilimanjaro
Meals
Lunch and dinner
Destinations
Kilimanjaro Region
Rombo
Day 2
Trekking from Mandara Hut to Horombo Hut
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Early in the morning after breakfast, you will depart Mandara Hut to start a moderate trek towards the second high altitude camp: Horombo Hut. When you reach the camp, you will be treated to views of two volcanos at once: Kibo and Mawenzi. Several hours after lunch, you will have to complete an acclimatisation hike in the direction of Kibo Hut with a 200-metre gain in altitude and then hike back down to Horombo Hut where dinner will be prepared for you.
Accommodation
Horombo Huts
Activities
Trekking from Mandara Hut to Horombo Hut
Meals
Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Destinations
Rombo
Kilimanjaro Region
Day 3
Trekking from Horombo Hut to Kibo Hut
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Right after breakfast, you will be trekking to the Kibo Hut (4,700 metres). The actual trekking is not very difficult, just remember to stick with an appropriate pace to keep up your strength for the trekking to Kilimanjaro's summit. When you reach the camp you will be served lunch, after which it is recommended that you sleep as much as you can, avoid any strenuous activity, and drink lots of water.
Accommodation
Kibo Huts ★2 star
Activities
Trekking from Horombo Hut to Kibo Hut
Trekking To Uhuru Peak and Descent To Horombo Hut
Meals
Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Destinations
Kilimanjaro Region
Rombo
Day 4
Trekking to Uhuru Peak and descend to Horombo Hut
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You'll depart at night from Kibo Hut (4,700 metres) and the start of your trekking to Kilimanjaro's summit: Uhuru Peak. The trekking will be moderate from a physical standpoint, but the altitude presents a much more serious problem. For the entire length of the trekking, each pair of climbers will be accompanied by their own guide, who will be monitoring your stamina and mental resolve.
Accommodation
Horombo Huts
Activities
Trekking To Uhuru Peak and Descent To Horombo Hut
Meals
Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Destinations
Rombo
Kilimanjaro Region
Day 5
Descend from Horombo Hut to Marangu Gate
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Today, your time climbing Mount Kilimanjaro comes to an end. You will be offered a warm breakfast, after which, you will head for the Kilimanjaro National Park's exit. After lunch, you will be transferred to the airport or to the hotel in Arusha of your choice.
Activities
Descent from Horombo Hut to Marangu Gate
Transportations
Private Driver from Mount Kilimanjaro to Kilimanjaro International Airport
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Kilimanjaro Region
Rombo
Included in Price
- 3 nights accommodation
- 5 activities
- 4 breakfasts, 4 lunches and 4 dinners
- Airport transfer
- Entrance fees
- Licensed English speaking guides
- Trekking permits
Not Included in Price
- Alcohol beverages
- Domestic flights
- Entry visas / airport departure tax
- Gratuities
- Ground transportation
- International flights
- Laundry
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance
Notes
Also included:
- Sleeping bags
- Sleeping bags
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