6 Days Trekking Mount Kilimanjaro, Marangu Route.

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The Marangu route, often dubbed the "Coca-Cola" route due to its popularity and relatively comfortable accommodations, is one of the shorter routes up Mount Kilimanjaro.

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Tanzania

Arrival: Kilimanjaro International Airport Transfer: To hotel in Moshi Activities: Pre-climb briefing, final gear check, and preparation

Day 2: Marangu Gate to Mandara Hut

Drive: Moshi to Marangu Gate (1-2 hours) Activities: Complete park formalities, begin trekking through dense rainforest Accommodation: Mandara Hut (2,700 meters) Trekking Time: 3-4 hours

Day 3: Mandara Hut to Horombo Hut

Trek: Through thinning rainforest into moorland zone with unique plant life Accommodation: Horombo Hut (3,720 meters) Views: Panoramic views of Mawenzi and Kibo peaks Trekking Time: 5-7 hours

Day 4: Horombo Hut to Kibo Hut

Trek: Through alpine desert terrain, cross the "Saddle" between Mawenzi and Kibo peaks Accommodation: Kibo Hut (4,700 meters) Preparation: Rest, hydrate, and eat a hearty meal for summit attempt Trekking Time: 6-8 hours

Day 5: Summit Day - Kibo Hut to Uhuru Peak, then descend to Horombo Hut

Summit Attempt: Begin around midnight, trek through challenging terrain including Gilman's Point (5,681 meters) Summit: Uhuru Peak (5,895 meters) at sunrise Descend: Back to Kibo Hut for rest and breakfast, then continue to Horombo Hut Trekking Time: 11-15 hours

Day 6: Horombo Hut to Marangu Gate

Descend: Through rainforest to Marangu Gate Celebration: Receive summit certificates, transfer back to Moshi/Arusha, enjoy a well-deserved meal Trekking Time: 5-6 hours Departure: Depart Tanzania or continue with further travel plans

Inclusion

Park fees
Transfers
Accommodation
Meals
Guide and porters
Equipment
Emergency evacuation
Climb certificates
Water

Exclusions

International flights
Visa fees
Travel insurance
Personal expenses
Gear rental
Additional activities
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Expedition Information

$1,655

Kilimanjaro Marangu Route

Trekking

Fitness Level

Technical Level

Group Size

1-8

Ratio

2:8

Lake Zone Climbers & Safaris

Continent:

Africa

Country:

Tanzania

Location:

Kilimanjaro Marangu Route

Elevation:

5,895 m / 19,340 ft

GPS:

-3.3486456 N°, 37.3435249 E°