6 Days to the Roof of Africa: Marangu Route

Journey through forest, desert, snow – summit awaits.

6 Days Marangu Route – Mount Kilimanjaro Trek

A 6-day climb along the iconic Marangu Route to the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro, offering hut-based accommodation, excellent acclimatisation and unforgettable views.

Itinerary Overview

This 6-day trek on the Marangu Route, commonly known as the “Coca-Cola” route, provides a strong balance of challenge and comfort — staying in mountain huts, taking an extra acclimatization day, and ascending to Africa’s highest peak.

Day by Day Activities

Day 1: Arrival & Transfer to Hotel

Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) or Moshi/Arusha, meet your crew, get a full briefing and rest for the climb ahead.

Day 2: Marangu Gate (1,860 m) → Mandara Hut (2,700 m)

Drive to Marangu Gate and register at the park. Trek through rainforest to Mandara Hut, with optional side-trip to Maundi Crater.

Day 3: Mandara Hut (2,700 m) → Horombo Hut (3,700 m)

Climb out of the forest into heath and moorland, reaching Horombo Hut in the afternoon.

Day 4: Acclimatisation Day at Horombo Hut

Stay a second night at Horombo Hut. Take an acclimatisation hike (for example to Zebra Rocks) and let your body adjust to altitude.

Day 5: Horombo Hut → Kibo Hut (4,700 m) → Summit → Horombo Hut

Ascend to Kibo Hut, then in the night push for the summit of Uhuru Peak. After reaching the top, descend back to Horombo Hut.

Day 6: Horombo Hut → Marangu Gate → Moshi/Arusha

Descend through the moorland and rainforest, arriving at Marangu Gate. Transfer to your hotel or onward destination.

Inclusions

✔ Park & summit fees
✔ All trekking days, huts accommodation (5 nights), meals as stated
✔ Professional mountain guide, porters & crew
✔ Transfers from/to Moshi/Arusha
✔ Medical kit, oxygen & emergency procedures

Exclusions

✖ International flights
✖ Visa fees, travel insurance
✖ Personal trekking gear, tips & porter bonuses
✖ Optional extra activities before/after the trek

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Quick Facts

Best time: June-October & December-March
Duration: 6 days / 5 nights
Route: Marangu Hut route (“Coca-Cola Route”)
Accommodation: Dorm-style mountain huts
Altitude Range: Up to 5,895 m at summit of Mount Kilimanjaro

TRANSFERS

Transfers can be arranged between the airport, Arusha/Moshi, between hotels, restaurants and attractions, either on a seat-in-coach basis, or the private hire of an entire vehicle. All pick-up times are arranged to tie in with flight departures and scheduled tours. Our guides work to this timetable, collecting guests from each hotel en route to their intended destination.

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