Tour Overview
The Marangu Route, also known as the “Coca-Cola Route,” is one of the most popular routes to the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro. It is the only route that offers dormitory-style huts, providing a bit more comfort for climbers compared to camping. Over the course of five days, you’ll trek through a variety of landscapes, from lush rainforests to alpine deserts, before reaching the snow-capped Uhuru Peak.
Tour Highlights:
– Comfortable hut accommodation along the route.
– Gradual ascent profile to help with acclimatization.
– Diverse ecosystems from rainforests to alpine deserts.
– Reach the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro at 5,895 meters (19,341 feet).
Tour Itinerary
- Elevation: 1,870m to 2,700m (6,135ft to 8,858ft)
- Hiking Time: 4-5 hours
- Distance: 8km (5 miles)
- Habitat: Rainforest
After breakfast in Moshi, you’ll be driven to Marangu Gate, where you will complete the registration formalities. The hike begins with a walk through the dense rainforest, offering views of towering trees, giant ferns, and a chance to spot wildlife like Colobus monkeys. After a few hours, you’ll arrive at Mandara Hut, where you’ll spend the night.
Meals: Lunch & Dinner included
- Elevation: 2,700m to 3,720m (8,858ft to 12,205ft)
- Hiking Time: 6-7 hours
- Distance: 12km (7.5 miles)
- Habitat: Moorland
Today’s hike takes you through the transition from lush rainforest to the open moorlands. You’ll notice the vegetation becoming sparser as you ascend, with heather and small shrubs dominating the landscape. If the weather is clear, you might catch your first glimpse of Kibo and Mawenzi peaks. You’ll arrive at Horombo Hut by mid-afternoon for dinner and overnight.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner included
- Elevation: 3,720m to 4,703m (12,205ft to 15,430ft)
- Hiking Time: 6-8 hours
- Distance: 10km (6.2 miles)
- Habitat: Alpine Desert
After breakfast, you’ll continue your trek, crossing the alpine desert towards Kibo Hut, located at the base of the Kibo Crater wall. The landscape is stark, with rocky terrain and few signs of life. As you ascend, you’ll pass through the "Saddle", a flat area between Kibo and Mawenzi. You’ll arrive at Kibo Hut in the early afternoon, where you’ll rest and prepare for the summit attempt.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner included
- Elevation: 4,703m to 5,895m to 3,720m (15,430ft to 19,341ft to 12,205ft)
- Hiking Time: 11-15 hours (Summit: 6-8 hours; Descent: 4-7 hours)
- Distance: 21km (13 miles)
- Habitat: Alpine Desert
Around midnight, you’ll begin the most challenging part of your climb— the final ascent to Uhuru Peak. The trail consists of steep switchbacks leading to Gilman’s Point on the rim of the crater. From there, you will continue to Stella Point and finally reach the summit, Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa. After taking in the breathtaking views, you’ll begin your descent back to Horombo Hut, where you’ll spend the night.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner included
- Elevation: 3,720m to 1,870m (12,205ft to 6,135ft)
- Hiking Time: 5-6 hours
- Distance: 20km (12.5 miles)
- Habitat: Rainforest
After breakfast, you’ll descend through the moorland and rainforest to Marangu Gate, where you will receive your summit certificates. From there, you’ll be driven back to Moshi, where you can celebrate your achievement.
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch included
These inclusions and exclusions provide a comprehensive overview of what’s covered and what’s not in a trekking package.
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| No. of Pax | Price per Person |
| 1 Pax | $ 1600 |
| 2 Pax | $ 1550 |
| 3 Pax | $ 1500 |
| 4 Pax and More | $ 1500 |
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