five days kilimanjaro trek

Safari summary

Five Days Kilimanjaro Trek via Marangu

Overview of Marangu Route: The Marangu Route is one of the most popular routes for trekking Mount Kilimanjaro, the highest peak in Africa. It is often referred to as the “Coca-Cola” route due to its relative ease and popularity. The route typically takes five days to complete, making it a shorter option compared to other routes like the Machame or Lemosho routes.

Day-by-Day Itinerary:

Day 1: The trek starts at the Marangu Gate (1,860 meters) and ascends through the rainforest zone to Mandara Hut (2,700 meters).
Day 2: From Mandara Hut, the trail continues through the heath and moorland zones to Horombo Hut (3,720 meters).
Day 3: This day is for acclimatization at Horombo Hut. Trekkers can take short hikes to aid in acclimatization.
Day 4: The trek ascends to Kibo Hut (4,703 meters) through the alpine desert zone.
Day 5: The final push to the summit starts in the early hours of the morning, reaching Uhuru Peak (5,895 meters) before descending back to Horombo Hut.
Challenges and Considerations: While the Marangu Route is considered one of the easier routes up Kilimanjaro due to its gradual slopes and hut accommodations, trekkers still face challenges such as altitude sickness, changing weather conditions, and physical exertion. Proper preparation, including physical fitness training and acclimatization, is essential for a successful summit attempt.

About this tour

	Tour type	Custom, tailor-made, private
	Main focus	Hiking | trekking
	Activity level	Strenuous activity
	Best months	January, February, March, April, June, July, August, September, October, November, December
	Countries	Tanzania
	Parks	Kilimanjaro

Fine details

Safari highlights

• Hiking | trekking

What’s included?

• Accommodation
• All drinks
• Meals
• Park fees
• Private vehicle and driver

What’s not included?

• Alcoholic beverages
• Internal flights
• Laundry
• Tips and gratuities
• Visas