Kilimanjaro 6 Days Marangu Route

7 Nights

8 Days

0 Destinations

Trip overview

The Marangu route, also known as the Coca-Cola Route, is often chosen by trekkers due to its relatively easy nature and the availability of services along the way to the summit. Referred to as the tourist route, it offers accommodation in huts and is considered relatively easy compared to other routes. However, its success rate is lower because man...

Day by day

Arrival in Moshi at Springlands Hotel

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro Airport, you'll be met by a Zara representative and transferred to Springlands hotel or a similar hotel in Moshi for an overnight stay.

Itinerary

2 Travellers

April 13, 2025 - April 20, 2025

April 13 - April 20

Apr 13

Day 1

Arrival in Moshi at Springlands Hotel

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro Airport, you'll be met by a Zara representative and transferred to Springlands hotel or a similar hotel in Moshi for an overnight stay.

Note

Please note that meals and drinks are not included but can be purchased directly at Springlands Hotel. The transfer for this day is also not included, please select it in the extras today if required.

Apr 14

Day 2

Marangu Gate to Mandara Hut

After enjoying breakfast at Springlands hotel, you'll embark on a drive to Marangu gate, from where your hike to Mandara hut commences.

Note

Please note your meals and water when on your trek is fully covered and so you won't have to worry about meals and drinks when on the mountain, though it is advisable to bring snacks for your climb.

Apr 15

Day 3

Mandara Hut to Horombo Hut

Trek from Mandara Huts (2,740 m/9,000 ft) to Horombo Huts (3,690 m/12,100 ft), covering a distance of 11 km over 6-8 hours through heathland.

Apr 16

Day 4

Acclimatization Day

Spend a day for acclimatization on the mountain, allowing your body to adjust to the altitude.

Apr 17

Day 5

Horombo Huts to Kibo Huts

Continue your trek from Horombo Huts (3,690 m/12,100 ft) to Kibo Huts (4,695 m/15,400 ft), covering 10 km through the alpine desert over 6-8 hours.

Apr 18

Day 6

Summit day on Mt. Kilimanjaro at Uhuru Peak!

Summit Day! Trek from Kibo Huts (4,695 m/15,400 ft) to Uhuru Peak (5,895 m/19,340 ft), then back to Horombo Huts (3,690 m/12,100 ft), covering a total distance of 4 km up and 14 km down. This challenging trek will take approximately 10-15 hours through the alpine desert.

Apr 19

Day 7

Horombo Hut to Moshi

Descend from Horombo Huts (3,690 m/12,100 ft) to Marangu Gate (1,830 m/6,000 ft), then proceed to Moshi (890 m/2,920 ft). This 18 km trek will take about 5-7 hours. Spend the night at Springlands hotel with bed and breakfast.

Apr 20

Day 8

Departure Day

On your departure day, you'll be transferred to the airport for your flight home, marking the end of your tour.

Note

Please note the transfer is not included and needs to be added as an extra for this day. You can choose to be dropped off at Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha. Alternatively you can arrange a ride directly when at Springlands Hotel.

Trip extras

Private Toilet (Optional)

Extra Acclimatization Day (Included)

Arrival

Apr 13, 2025

Extras

Total

USD

Offer is made subject to availability at the time of booking. Added trip extras are finalized on request.

Brief Itinerary

Day 1

Apr 13

Day 2

Apr 14

Day 3

Apr 15

Day 4

Apr 16

Day 5

Apr 17

Day 6

Apr 18

Day 7

Apr 19

Day 8

Apr 20

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