Trekking Marangu Route

7 days—Summit in Comfort: 6 Days on Kilimanjaro's Marangu Route – Solar Huts, Stunning Landscapes, Unforgettable Adventure.

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Safari summary

Embark on the Marangu Route, the shortest and easiest path to Kilimanjaro's summit, often referred to as the "Coca Cola" or "tourist" route. This is the sole trail with solar-powered sleeping huts and comfortable beds at each camp. The communal huts house 60 beds at Mandara and Kibo, and 120 beds at Horombo. Bathrooms and running water are available at the lower huts, with basic latrines at the final camp.

Starting from Marangu village, the trail proceeds westwards to Kibo. Traverse lush rainforest, heath, moorland, alpine desert, and the arctic zone at the peak before retracing the same route. The journey begins in the southeast at the Marangu gate.

About this tour

	Tour type	Set-date, set-itinerary, group
	Main focus	Hiking \| trekking
	Activity level	Strenuous activity
	Best months	All months
	Countries	Tanzania
	Parks	Kilimanjaro

Fine details

Safari highlights

Hiking | trekking

What’s included?

Accommodation
Airport transfers
Meals
Park fees

What’s not included?

Alcoholic beverages
Hot air balloons
Laundry
Premium alcoholic beverages
Private vehicle and driver
Spa treatments
Tips and gratuities
Visas

Itinerary

Arrival

Arrive at the Kilimanjaro International Airport. You will be met at the airport and transferred to the Charity Hotel in Arusha for your overnight Dinner and Breakfast, Your guide will brief you on your upcoming trek and do an equipment check to make sure you have all the necessary mountain gear Gear which is missing can be rented on this day, Overnight in Arusha

The Charity Hotel

Marangu to Mandala Hut

Kilimanjaro

Leave Arusha drive to Kilimanjaro's Marangu Gate, register, and begin hiking at 10:30 AM. Explore the rainforest, spotting Eucalyptus trees, birds, and Colobus monkeys. Wear shorts, t-shirts, gaiters, and use trekking poles for muddy conditions. Halt for lunch, reach Mandara Huts by 2 or 3 PM. Unpack, rest, and enjoy tea or coffee. Take a 15-minute side trip to Maundi Crater for scenic views. Dinner is at 7:00 PM, and water-equipped bathrooms are available.

Mandala Hut

Mandala Hut to Horombo Hut

Kilimanjaro

Begin with a 7:30 AM breakfast, then pack for the trek. Start at 8:30 AM, hiking an hour through rainforest glades, ascending through heathland spotting giant lobelias. Enter open moorlands with shrubs. Lunch halfway, enjoying Mawenzi views. Reach Horombo Huts by 3:00 PM, glimpse Kibo’s summit. Rest, unpack, prepare dinner. Bathrooms with running water are available. Feel altitude effects; consider an extra day at Horombo for acclimatization or climb to a basecamp below Kibo’s sub-peak Mawenzi.

Horombo Hut

Horombo Hut(acclimatization)

Kilimanjaro

This day is for acclimatization to increase your chances of reaching the summit successfully, You will get an experience and be familiar to the summit weather,You can spend the day hiking to Zebra Rocks or just relaxing at Horombo Hut,It's essential to drink plenty of fluids and get enough rest,Dinner and overnight at Horombo Hut.

Horombo Hut

Horombo Hut to Kibo Hut

Kilimanjaro

After breakfast, proceed with the trek through the Alpine desert terrain. Pass the "Last Water Point" and continue to the Saddle, a barren plateau between Mawenzi and Kibo peaks. Reach Kibo Hut (4,703m/15,430ft) at the bottom of Kibo crater.Rest and prepare for the summit attempt. Dinner and overnight at Kibo Hut.

Kibo Hut

Kibo | Uhuru Peak to Horombo Hut

Kilimanjaro

Rise at midnight, enjoy a light meal before the summit attempt. Embark on the demanding trek to Uhuru Peak (5,895m/19,341ft). The route from Kibo Hut to Gilman's Point is steep, mentally and physically taxing. Beyond Gilman's Point (5,681m/18,638ft), the trail is less steep but more challenging at high altitude. Reach Uhuru Peak, Africa's highest point, and celebrate. Descend to Horombo Hut for a brief rest, then proceed to the Marangu Gate.

Horombo Hut

Horombo Hut to Marangu Gate

Kilimanjaro

he last stage passes through the heath and moor zone to the Mandara Hut where a warm lunch is waiting for you. Soon, you will once again pass the tropical rainforest and after a total time of 5-6 hours trekking, you will be back at the Kilimanjaro National Park Gate, Celebrate your successful climb and receive your summit certificates. Transfer to the hotel for overnight

The Charity Hotel/ Springfield hotel

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