Marangu Route Adventure Climb

6 days

$1550-1650 USD

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Safari summary

The Marangu Route, often referred to as the "Coca-Cola" or "tourist" route, stands out as shortest path to the summit. It offers the comfort of sleeping huts equipped with solar lights and cozy beds, making it the sole route to provide such amenities. These communal huts feature bunks furnished with sponge mattresses and pillows. Climbing groups, worldwide, gather in dining huts for shared meals. We are dedicated to assisting all our clients and climbers in reaching the summit successfully.

About this tour

	Tour type	Custom, tailor-made, private
	Main focus	None
	Activity level	Strenuous activity
	Best months	All months
	Countries	Tanzania
	Parks

Fine details

Safari highlights

Hiking | trekking

What’s included?

Accommodation
Meals

What’s not included?

Alcoholic beverages
Hot air balloons
International flights
Premium alcoholic beverages
Spa treatments
Tips and gratuities
Visas

Itinerary

Marangu Gate to Mandara Hut

Starting from Moshi, you'll head to Marangu Gate, begin your trek through tropical rainforest, spotting blue monkeys, and continue up to Mandara Hut. Along the way, you'll pass through Marangu village and enjoy views of picturesque hillsides before reaching the A-frame huts of Mandara Hut in a forest clearing.

Mandara Hut

Mandara Hut to Horombo Hut

The trek from Mandara Hut to Horombo Hut rises from 8,858 ft to 12,205 ft over 12 km, taking 6-8 hours. The route begins in the forest and transitions into high moorland, featuring heath vegetation. Along the way, you'll catch your first glimpses of Kilimanjaro's Kibo and Mawenzi peaks.

Horombo Hut

Horombo hut to Mawenzi Redge

The trek from Horombo Hut to Mawenzi Ridge climbs from 12,205 ft to 14,400 ft over 5 km, taking 2-3 hours through heath terrain. This acclimatization day offers stunning views of Kibo and Mawenzi peaks. After exploring Mawenzi Ridge, you'll return to Horombo Hut, descending the same 5 km in 1-2 hours.

Horombo Hut

Horombo hut to Kibo hut

The hike from Horombo Hut to Kibo Hut ascends from 12,205 ft to 15,430 ft over 10 km, taking 6-8 hours through the barren "Saddle" desert between Mawenzi and Kibo peaks. At Kibo Hut, your base camp near the Kibo crater wall, you'll rest and enjoy an early dinner in preparation for summit day.

Kibo Hut

Kibo hut to Uhuru Peak

From Kibo Hut to Uhuru Peak: - Elevation (ft): 15,430 ft to 19,341 ft - Distance: 6 km - Hiking Time: 6-8 hours - Habitat: Arctic Uhuru Peak to Horombo Hut: - Elevation (ft): 19,341 ft to 12,250 ft - Distance: 16 km - Hiking Time: 4-5 hours Embark on the challenging ascent to the summit from Kibo Hut to Uhuru Peak, enduring extreme conditions and climbing through darkness. After reaching the summit, descend to Horombo Hut, enjoy a final dinner before resting for the night.

Horombo Hut

Horombo hut to Marangu Gate

Horombo Hut to Marangu Gate: - Elevation (ft): 12,205 ft to 6,046 ft - Distance: 20 km - Hiking Time: 5-7 hours - Habitat: Rain Forest On your final day, embark on a long trek, mostly downhill, through the lush tropical rainforest from Horombo Hut to Marangu Gate. Upon reaching the park headquarters at Marangu gate, you'll collect your summit certificates. A vehicle will be waiting to transport you back to Moshi.

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