6 Days Marangu Route Trek – Kilimanjaro Climb
Tour Overview
The 6 Days Marangu Route is one of the most popular routes to the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro and is commonly known as the "Coca-Cola Route." It is the only route that offers comfortable mountain hut accommodation instead of camping, making it an excellent choice for climbers seeking a more comfortable trekking experience. The additional acclimatization day significantly improves summit success rates compared to the 5-day Marangu Route.
- Climb Africa’s highest mountain (5,895m)
- Summit at Uhuru Peak
- One of Kilimanjaro’s most scenic routes
- Excellent acclimatization profile
- High summit success rate
- Cross five unique ecological zones
- Professional mountain guides and porters
- Stunning sunrise from the summit
- Ideal for adventurous travelers and photographers
Itinerary
- Arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO).
- Meet and greet by your mountain guide and transfer to your hotel in Arusha.
- Pre-climb briefing and equipment check.
- Overnight at the hotel.
Accommodation: Hotel in Arusha
Meals: Bed & Breakfast
- Drive from Arusha to Marangu Gate for registration.
- Begin your trek through the lush rainforest, home to blue monkeys and colorful birdlife.
- Arrive at Mandara Hut and, if time permits, take a short walk to Maundi Crater for panoramic views.
Distance: 8 km (5 miles)
Hiking Time: 4–5 hours
Accommodation: Mandara Hut
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
- Leave the rainforest behind and enter the heath and moorland zone.
- Enjoy spectacular views of Mawenzi and Kibo Peaks along the way.
- Arrive at Horombo Hut for dinner and overnight.
Distance: 12 km (7.5 miles)
Hiking Time: 5–7 hours
Accommodation: Horombo Hut
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
- Spend the day acclimatizing to the altitude to improve your chances of a successful summit.
- Optional hike towards Zebra Rocks (approximately 4,000m) before returning to Horombo Hut.
- Relax and prepare for the higher elevations ahead.
Distance: 5 km (3.1 miles)
Hiking Time: 2–3 hours
Accommodation: Horombo Hut
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
- Trek across the alpine desert known as the Saddle between Mawenzi and Kibo Peaks.
- Reach Kibo Hut in the afternoon.
- Rest, hydrate, and prepare for your midnight summit attempt.
Distance: 10 km (6.2 miles)
Hiking Time: 5–6 hours
Accommodation: Kibo Hut
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
- Begin the summit climb shortly after midnight.
- Reach Gilman's Point (5,685m) at sunrise before continuing to Uhuru Peak (5,895m), the highest point in Africa.
- Celebrate your achievement and enjoy unforgettable views from the Roof of Africa.
- Descend to Kibo Hut for a short rest before continuing to Horombo Hut.
Distance: 22 km (13.7 miles)
Hiking Time: 11–14 hours
Accommodation: Horombo Hut
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
- Descend through the moorland and rainforest to Marangu Gate.
- Receive your official Kilimanjaro summit certificate.
- Transfer back to Arusha for relaxation or your onward journey.
Distance: 20 km (12.4 miles)
Hiking Time: 5–7 hours
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
