Summit Mount Kilimanjaro on the Marangu Route
Have you been dreaming of summiting Kilimanjaro? The Mount Kilimanjaro on Marangu Route tour is the perfect opportunity! The Marangu route earns its nickname the “Coca-Cola” route from its comfortable mountain huts that serve the beverage. The wide, gently sloping trail and short route to the top make it a popular choice for trekking Kilimanjaro. The trail does have challenging sections, but you’ll be well-supported by your guide, porters, and cook while you chase the summit!
The Mount Kilimanjaro on Marangu Route tour is perfect if you want to enjoy the stunning views of the trek on a quicker timeline. You’ll be hiking through many different landscapes including lush rainforest, open moorland and vast alpine deserts over the course of five days. Your guided trek will include the opportunity to see some amazing scenery, including Maundi Crater, Kibo and Mawenzi peaks, and Gilman’s Point. The ultimate highlight will be reaching the summit of Uhuru Peak and adding the tallest peak in Africa to your resume, of course! Book the Mount Kilimanjaro on Marangu Route tour and start your adventure now.
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5-day Mount Kilimanjaro on Marangu Route Itinerary
Day 0 Optional pre-trek night and briefing
If you have opted for the optional airport transfers, you will be picked from Kilimanjaro Airport or Arusha Airport and transferred to your hotel in Moshi.
Pre-trek briefing at your Moshi hotel. You should be planning to arrive at least one day before the start of the trek. Today you will spend time having a pre-trek briefing. The team will also review your equipment and rent any equipment which is needed.
Overnight Location: None
Distance: None
Meals: None
Day 1 Rainforest trek and Maundi Crater
Your tour begins with an hour’s drive from your hotel in Moshi to the Kilimanjaro National Park Gate. After completing the necessary registrations your trek begins! The trail through the rainforest is lush and can be wet. If you keep your eyes peeled, you may see some of the local monkeys! If you have the energy, a quick side trip to Maundi Crater is well worth the effort. Otherwise, you can relax at your first camp, Mandara Hut.
Overnight Location: Mountain hut on Mount Kilimanjaro (2,700m / 8,858ft)
Distance: 3 to 4 hours, 8 km, 840m of ascent
Meals: Lunch, dinner
Day 2 Moorland trek to Horombo Hut
Shortly after you begin your trek today, you will begin seeing fewer trees and more of the moorland heather. On a clear day, you should have a great view of Mount Kibo and Mawenzi. Today is a long day on the trail, and you’ll be gaining quite a lot of elevation before finally arriving at Horombo Hut.
Overnight Location: Mountain hut on Mount Kilimanjaro (3,720m / 12,204ft)
Distance: 5 to 6 hours, 12 km, 1000m of ascent
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 3 Alpine desert trail to Kibo Hut
Today you’ll trek past the final spot to collect water, which your porters will do on your behalf. You’ll notice less vegetation as you climb onto the saddle of Mount Kilimanjaro, where the rocky expanse of the alpine desert looks like you’re walking on the moon. It’s best to get lots of rest when you arrive at Kibo Hut as it’s a very early wake-up call in the morning!
Overnight Location: Mountain hut on Mount Kilimanjaro (4,703m / 15,429ft)
Distance: 5 to 6 hours, 9 km, 1192m of ascent, 2175m of descent
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 4 Summit Uhuru Peak
Your trek this morning will begin again sometime around midnight. You’ll need your warm clothes and headlamp before you attack the first stretch of heavy scree and switchbacks. Once you’ve reached Gilman’s Point, the sun will be up and hopefully will give you a necessary burst of energy for the final push along the crater’s rim and up to the summit. At the snowy peak, you will be treated to incredible views from the highest point in Africa. You’ll have a chance to rest and have lunch once you’ve made it down to Kibo Hut, but then you will be hiking all the way back down to safer altitudes at Horombo Camp for the night.
Overnight Location: Mountain hut on Mount Kilimanjaro (3,720m / 12,204ft)
Distance: 6 to 8 hours, 21 km, 1000m of ascent
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 5 Trek down and return to Moshi
Today you’ll be able to spend the day trading memories of the summit with your fellow trekkers as you descend back into the warmer climate. You’ll pass by the Mandara Camp on your way down, and will start to see wildlife again as you return through the forest. Once you’ve reached the Kilimanjaro Park Gate, your vehicle will be waiting to drive you back to Moshi.
Overnight Location: None
Distance: 4 to 5 hours, 20 km, 2000m of descent
Meals: Breakfast
5-day Mount Kilimanjaro on Marangu Route Price and Dates
This guided trek to the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro can be run as a private tour for your group, in which case the price depends on the size of your group. You can also inquire to join an already existing group.
Prices below are per person:
- Guided Groups of 4: from $1,640 USD* per person
Please note that the price depends on the size of your group. Please contact us to get the exact quote.
Book NowAccommodation on the 5-day Mount Kilimanjaro on Marangu Route Tour
The accommodations for this tour are based on mountain huts which are shared, dormitory-style rooms. Sponge mattresses and pillows are provided, and there are bathrooms with running water at some of the lower huts. The higher huts will have basic covered latrines.
In some cases, the accommodation listed below may need to be substituted for other, comparable accommodations.
Single Rooms and Solo Travelers
You can pay a supplement to have a private tent (please enquire for more information).
Hotels on Standard Tour
Mandara Hut
Mandara Hut offers communal wooden huts in a forest clearing. There are 60 beds in total that are equipped with a sponge mattress and a pillow. Bathrooms at this hut have running water.
Horombu Hut
This scenic mountain hut is an energetic hub as it houses trekkers going both directions. There are 120 beds in communal rooms, and this camp also has bathrooms with running water.
Kibo Hut
There are 60 beds with mattresses in communal huts at this camp. The bathroom facilities are basic vault toilets.
Horombu Hut
This scenic mountain hut is an energetic hub as it houses trekkers going both directions. There are 120 beds in communal rooms, and this camp also has bathrooms with running water.
What’s Included in the 5-day Mount Kilimanjaro on Marangu Route Tour?
Meals
4 breakfasts, 4 lunches and 4 dinners are included. Purified drinking water is also included.
Accommodations
Accommodations for 4 nights are included.
Transportation during the Tour
This tour includes the transfers between Moshi and the trailhead before and after the tour. Airport transfers can be booked as a supplement.
Also Included
- Experienced mountain guides
- Porter and cook
- Park fees
- Sleeping mattress
- Emergency oxygen cylinder
- Conservation, camping and rescue fees
- VAT (18% charged by the government)
Not included
- Visas if required
- Flights to and from Tanzania
- Personal equipment such as sleeping bag, trekking poles, etc. (rental options are available)
- Tips and gratuities
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses
- Meals not listed in the itinerary
- Alcoholic beverages
Optional Extras
- Extra nights in Moshi or Arusha
- Private toilet rental added to your gear
- Additional equipment rentals (available locally)
- Airport transfers
Frequently Asked Questions about 5-day Mount Kilimanjaro on Marangu Route
Monkey Adventures is an East African (Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda) operator offering Safari Tours, Kilimanjaro climbs, and Gorilla tracking (Uganda). They have offices in Kenya, Tanzania & Uganda. The company offers Kilimanjaro climbs over different routes with a duration of 5 days to 9 days and all their departures are guaranteed. You can opt for a group joining trek (depending on if there is a group on that day) or a private trek just for your group.
Monkey Adventures is proud to share that the Tanzania National Parks Authority, Government of Tanzania recently presented them with the "Best Tour Operator" award for 2018/2019 and the company has also been recognized as the Travellers' Choice Winner - 2020 by Tripadvisor. In the past, Monkey Adventures have also won the TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence for 2018 and 2019.
Monkey Adventures guides hold certifications such as Kilimanjaro Guide Licence, Wilderness First Aid Responder, Tourism College Certificates, Kilimanjaro search and rescue, High altitude Medicine Skills Acquisition Program for Mountain Guide, and more.
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