5 Days | 4 Nights
MARANGU ROUTE
Tanzania Mount Trekking
Price Per Person
Overview
The 5-day Marangu Route is one of the shortest and most direct trails to summit Mount Kilimanjaro. Often called the “Coca-Cola Route,” it provides comfortable sleeping huts along the way, offering a more sheltered experience compared to camping. Trekkers journey through lush rainforests, alpine meadows, and rocky terrain, culminating in the summit push to Uhuru Peak.
The shorter duration requires a faster pace and less time for acclimatization, making it suitable for experienced trekkers with good fitness levels. With knowledgeable guides and support staff, climbers can embark on a challenging yet rewarding adventure to the roof of Africa.
Starting Point:
Kilimanjaro International Airport
Ending Point:
Kilimanjaro International Airport
Accommodation Level:
Camps & Huts
Number of Days
5 Days Trekking
Tanzania
kilimanjaro Marangu route Trekking
Mandara Hut, Horombo Hut, Kibo Hut,
Arrival
OVERNIGHT:
Arusha or Moshi
MEALS:
Dinner
KILIMANJARO INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
From Kilimanjaro International airport (JRO) we will arrange a private transfer to your hotel. That night or early the next morning you will meet your local Off We Go Tours representative and have a full pre-climb briefing.
Day 1
OVERNIGHT:
Mandara Hut
MEALS:
Lunch & Dinner
KILIMANJARO NATIONAL PARK TO MANDARA HUT
After breakfast and briefing, drive to the Kilimanjaro national park gate (about 1 hour), register and commence the climb. Walk through Rainforest to the Mandara encampment. A side trip to Maundi Crater is a good way to see the surroundings including Northern Tanzania and Kenya. In the rainforest, look for towering Eucalyptus trees, bird life, and Colobus monkeys.
- Elevation: 1860m/6100ft to 2700/8875ft
- Distance: 8km/5miles
- Hiking time: 3-4 hours
- Habitat: Montane forest
Day 2
OVERNIGHT:
Horombo Camp
MEALS:
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
HIKE MANDARA HUT TO HOROMBO HUT
You leave the glades of the rain forest and follow an ascending path on the open moorlands to Horombo encampment. Views of the Mawenzi and the summit of Kibo are amazing. Look for giant lobelias and grounsels. You may begin feel the affects of the altitude.
Elevation: 2700m/8875ft to 3700m/12200ft
- Distance: 12km/7.5miles
- Hiking time: 5-6hours
- Habitat: health land
Day 3
OVERNIGHT:
Kibo Camp
MEALS:
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
HIKE HOROMBO HUT TO KIBO HUT
Ascending, we now pass the last watering point, walking onto the saddle of the Kilimanjaro between the peaks of the Kibo and Mawenzi vegetation begins with upper health land but then disappear into ‘’moonscape’’. Dinner, rest, and prepare for summit climb.
- Elevation: 3700m/12200ft to 4700m/15500ft
- Distance: 9km/5.5miles
- Hiking time: 5-6 hours
- Habitat: Alpine Desert
Day 4
OVERNIGHT:
Karanga Camp
MEALS:
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
HIKE KIBO HUT TO SUMMIT, AND DOWN TO HOROMBO HUT
Very early in the morning, commence the climb to the summit on the steep and heavy snow up to Gilman’s point located on the crater rim, and then we will ascend to Uhuru Peak, which is the highest point in Africa. There are unbelievable views at every turn. Have your picture taken at the summit to show your friends and family. From here we descend, stopping for lunch and a rest at Kibo before continuing on the Horombo encampment.
The begging of this climb is done in the dark and requires headlamps or flashlights. It will be very cold until you start descending, so you will need all of your warm layers. This is by far the most difficult part of the trek with many switchbacks.
Going slowly ‘’pole pole’’ and optimistic attitude will get you there!
- Elevation: 4700m/15500ft to 5895m/19340ft
- Down to 3700m/12200ft
- Distance: 6km/4miles up/15km/miles down
- Hiking time: 6-8 hours up/15km/9miles down
- Habitat: alpine desert
- Meals: BLD
Day 5
OVERNIGHT:
Mandara Camp
MEALS:
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
HIKE HOROMBO HUT TO MANDARA HUT
After breakfast, a descent takes us down through Moorland to the Mandara Hut. Continue descending through lush forest path to the National park gate at Marangu. At lower elevation it can be wet and muddy. Gaiters and trekking poles will help.
Shorts and t-shirts will probably be plenty to wear (keep rain gear and warmer clothing handy). A vehicle will be waiting for you at Marangu gate to drive you back to your hotel in Moshi (about 1 hr drive).
- Elevation: 3700m/12200ft to 1700m/5500ft
- Distance: 20km/12.5miles
- Hiking time: 4-5 hours
- Habitat: Forest
Includes & Excludes
Trekking Includes
- Camping Equipment
- Porterage
- Rescue Fee
- Climbing Gear
- Sleeping Bag
- The Item Exclude
Safari Excludes
- Any domestic connection flights on arrival or departure
- All items of a personal nature
- Gratuities or tip for safari guide and lodge staff (please tip
separately) - Travel insurance if needed
- Visa fee (50 US$ /100 US$ for American or Irish Passport holders – to be paid upon arrival)
- Drinks and beverages in lodges
- Optional Hot Air Balloon Safari at Serengeti (589 USD per person),
including concession fees - Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
- Accommodation at Arusha on arrival
Let Every Moment Enthrall You
as You Traverse Vast Savannahs, Teeming with Wildlife, and Revel in the Majesty of Iconic Landmarks
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