05-Days-Mt Kilimanjaro Trek-Marangu-Route

Overview of the 5 Day Marangu Route

5 Day Marangu Route is one of the popular routes for trekking Mount Kilimanjaro, the highest peak in Africa. This route offers a relatively easier and more straightforward ascent compared to other routes, making it suitable for those with less hiking experience.

During the 5 day trek, you will pass through diverse landscapes, including lush rainforests, moorlands, and rocky terrain. The route provides stunning views of the surrounding scenery, including the unique flora and fauna of the mountain.

Accommodation along the Marangu Route is in comfortable huts, providing a more sheltered and cozy experience compared to camping. Experienced guides will lead you throughout the trek, ensuring your safety and providing information about the mountain’s geology, history, and wildlife.

While the Marangu Route is less physically demanding than other routes, it is still important to be well-prepared and physically fit. Proper acclimatization, hydration, and following the guidance of your guides are essential for a successful and enjoyable trek.

Embark on this 5 Day Marangu Route adventure and create lifelong memories as you conquer the majestic Mount Kilimanjaro.

Trekking Mount Kilimanjaro: A Journey on the Marangu Route

Marangu or “Coca-Cola” route is the most popular route on Kilimanjaro today. It is the only route where overnight stays are in huts. This makes Marangu a good option for hiking during the rainy season. The route takes its start at the south-east of Mt Kilimanjaro.

Route

Tour Features

Budget tour
This budget tour includes camping and hotels.
Private tour
This tour will be organized exclusively for you and won't be shared with others.
Can start any day
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.

Can be customized
You can request changes to this tour.
For both solo and group travelers
Both solo travelers and groups can book this tour.
Minimum age of 7 years
The minimum age for this tour is 3 years.

Activities & Transportation

Day by Day

Arrival (See Getting There for more details)
➔ You'll be collected from the airport.
➔ Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.
Day 1 - Arrival in Moshi
Arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), where you will meet with our Shiri Adventures representative, and transfer to the hotel under the rate. The hotel will provide all the essentials for a comfortable stay: cozy rooms, hot water, polite staff, a swimming pool, and Internet access. In the evening there will be a briefing with your Kilimanjaro guides, who will also make sure you are ready to begin the climb..

➔ Main Destination: Moshi (City)
➔ Accommodation: Panama Garden Resort
➔ Meals & Drinks: Meals at your own expense. Drinks not included.
Day 2 - Trekking From Marangu Gate to Mandara Hut
Your guide/s and a mountain support crew will arrive at the hotel in the morning in order to meet you and hold a quick briefing, after which you will travel by vehicle to Kilimanjaro National Park's eastern entrance: Marangu Gate (1,860 m). After the quick formality of acquiring climbing permits and registering with the search and rescue service, the group will start trekking up to Mandara Hut (2,700 m).
Day 3 - Trekking From Mandara Hut to Horombo Hut
Early in the morning after breakfast, the group will depart Mandara Hut to start a moderate trek towards the second high altitude camp: Horombo Hut (3,720 m). When you reach the camp on this day, you will be treated to views of two volcanos at once: Kibo and Mawenzi. Several hours after lunch you will have to complete an acclimatization hike in the direction of Kibo Hut with a 200-meter gain in altitude, and then hike back down to Horombo Hut where dinner will be prepared for you.
Day 4 - Trekking From Horombo Hut to Kibo Hut
On this day, right after breakfast the group will be trekking to the Kibo Hut (4,700 m). The actual trekking is not very difficult, just remember to stick with an appropriate pace to keep up your strength for the trekking to Kilimanjaro's summit. When you reach the camp you will be served lunch, after which we recommend you sleep as much as you can, avoid any strenuous activity, and drink lots of water.
Day 5 - Trekking From Uhuru Peak and Descent to Horombo Hut
Night departure from Kibo Hut (4,700 m) and the start of your trek to Kilimanjaro's summit: Uhuru peak (5,895 m). The trekking will be moderate from a physical standpoint, but the altitude presents a much more serious problem. For the entire length of the trekking each pair of climbers will be accompanied by their own guide, who will be monitoring your stamina and mental resolve. After your successful ascent to Uhuru Peak, you can descend to the nearest glacier if desired. Then you will return to Kibo Camp and after a two-hour rest continue your descent to Horombo Hut (3,720 m).
Day 6 - Descent from Horombo Hut to Marangu Gate
You will be offered a warm breakfast in the morning, after which we will head for the Kilimanjaro National Park's exit: Marangu Gate (1,860 m). After your descent the whole group will gather to congratulate you, and then you will have the chance to share your opinions on the trip in the guestbook. Lastly, we will present you with your commemorative certificates (in our office) and provide you a transfer back to the hotel. ELEVATION: 3,720 m to 1,860 m
Day 7 - Departure
Departure Rest in the hotel and transfer to the airport or onwards travel. Our classic adventures are what the majority of climbers are looking for. The combination of great comfort and high safety standards makes our classic Kilimanjaro hikes enjoyable and memorable. This is the most popular option among our clients.
End of tour (See Getting There for more details)
➔ Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost. ➔ You'll be dropped off at the airport.

Important to Know

Rates Per Person

Destination	1pax	2pax	3pax	4pax	5pax
05-Days-Mt Kilimanjaro Trek-Marangu-Route	$1600	$1550	$1500	$1450	$1400

Inclusion

Park fees
For Non Residents
All game drives & activities
(Unless labeled as optional)
All accommodations
(Unless listed as upgrade)
A professional driver/guide
English/German/Spanish speaking
All transportation
(Unless labeled as optional)
All Meals
(As specified in the day-by-day section)
All Drinks
(As specified in the day-by-day section)
All Taxes/VAT
(Unless labeled as optional)

Excluded

International flights
(From/to home)
Personal items & arrangements
(Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
Additional accommodations
(before and at the end of the tour)
Tips
(Tipping guideline US$15.00 pp per day)
Some meals
(As specified in the day-by-day section)

05-Days-Mt Kilimanjaro Trek-Marangu-Route

Overview of the 5 Day Marangu Route

Trekking Mount Kilimanjaro: A Journey on the Marangu Route

Route

Tour Features

Budget tour

Private tour

Can start any day

Can be customized

For both solo and group travelers

Minimum age of 7 years

Activities & Transportation

Day by Day

Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

Day 1 - Arrival in Moshi

Day 2 - Trekking From Marangu Gate to Mandara Hut

Day 3 - Trekking From Mandara Hut to Horombo Hut

Day 4 - Trekking From Horombo Hut to Kibo Hut

Day 5 - Trekking From Uhuru Peak and Descent to Horombo Hut

Day 6 - Descent from Horombo Hut to Marangu Gate

Day 7 - Departure

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

Important to Know

Rates Per Person

Inclusion

Park fees

All game drives & activities

All accommodations

A professional driver/guide

All transportation

All Meals

All Drinks

All Taxes/VAT

Excluded

International flights

Personal items & arrangements

Additional accommodations

Tips

Some meals

Getting There

From $1600pp

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