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Discover our top best 5 to 7 Days Climbing tour via the Marangu Route on Mount Kilimanjaro in Tanzania. The 7-Day Marangu Route, often referred to as the “Coca-Cola Route,” is the only Mount Kilimanjaro route offering dormitory-style hut accommodation throughout the trek, making it a comfortable and popular choice for climbers. This route approaches the mountain from the southeast and follows a gradual ascent through rainforest, heathland, alpine desert, and finally to the arctic summit zone. The extra acclimatization day significantly improves summit success rates, allowing climbers to adjust well to altitude while enjoying breathtaking scenery. Ideal for first-time climbers, the Marangu Route combines manageable trekking days, well-defined trails, and warm meals served in mountain huts.
- You visit
- Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO)(Start) MoshiKilimanjaro Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO)(End)
- Highlights
- Mountain climbing
- Vehicle used
Day 1: Arrival in Tanzania
Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), you will be warmly welcomed by your mountain representative and transferred to your hotel in Moshi. After check-in, you will have time to relax and recover from your journey while enjoying views of Mount Kilimanjaro, weather permitting. Later in the day, there will be a detailed pre-climb briefing conducted by your lead mountain guide, covering safety procedures, altitude awareness, and trekking expectations. A thorough gear check will be carried out to ensure all required equipment is suitable for the climb. Dinner and overnight will be at the hotel, preparing you for the adventure ahead.
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 2: Moshi – Marangu Gate to Mandara Huts
After an early breakfast, you will drive to Marangu Gate for registration and park formalities before beginning your trek. The trail starts through lush tropical rainforest, where towering trees, moss-covered branches, and vibrant birdlife create a magical atmosphere. You may spot black-and-white colobus monkeys as you hike along the well-maintained path. The gradual ascent makes for an enjoyable introduction to the mountain. After several hours of trekking, you will arrive at Mandara Huts, where you will enjoy a hot meal and settle in for the night at this first mountain camp.
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Mandara Huts
Day 3: Mandara Huts to Horombo Huts
Leaving the rainforest behind, the trail opens into heath and moorland vegetation, offering expansive views of the surrounding landscapes. The ascent continues steadily, allowing your body to adapt naturally to the increasing altitude. On clear days, you will enjoy impressive views of Mawenzi Peak, Kilimanjaro’s rugged secondary summit. The route passes rolling hills and alpine shrubs before reaching Horombo Huts, a lively camp with panoramic views of both Mawenzi and Kibo peaks. After lunch, you will have time to rest, acclimatize, and explore the area before dinner and overnight at the huts.
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Horombo Huts
Day 4: Horombo Huts to Kibo Huts
Today’s trek crosses the alpine desert zone, where vegetation becomes sparse and the landscape more dramatic. The trail gradually ascends across the saddle between Mawenzi and Kibo, offering a sense of the mountain’s vast scale. The air becomes noticeably thinner as you gain altitude, so a slow and steady pace is essential. After several hours of trekking, you will arrive at Kibo Huts, located at the base of the summit cone. The afternoon is spent resting, hydrating, and preparing your gear for the summit attempt. An early dinner is served before you retire for a short rest.
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Kibo Huts
Day 5: Kibo Huts to Uhuru Peak – Descend to Horombo Huts
Around midnight, you will begin the most challenging and rewarding part of the climb—the summit attempt. Hiking under the stars, you will make a steady ascent toward Gilman’s Point on the crater rim, followed by the final push to Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa. As the sun rises, you will be rewarded with unforgettable views across the glaciers and plains below. After celebrating your achievement and taking photos, you will descend carefully back to Kibo Huts for a short rest and brunch. The journey continues down to Horombo Huts, where you will enjoy a well-earned meal and overnight stay.
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Horombo Huts
Day 6: Horombo Huts to Marangu Gate – Moshi
After breakfast, you will begin the final descent through moorland and rainforest zones toward Marangu Gate. The trail offers one last opportunity to enjoy the mountain’s rich flora and wildlife as you descend to lower altitudes. Upon arrival at the gate, you will complete park formalities and receive your climbing certificates. A transfer will then take you back to Moshi, where you can enjoy a hot shower, relax, and celebrate your successful Kilimanjaro climb. Overnight will be at your hotel.
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 7: Departure
Depending on your flight schedule, you will be transferred from Moshi to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) for your onward journey. This marks the end of an unforgettable Mount Kilimanjaro adventure via the Marangu Route. You depart with lasting memories, a great sense of accomplishment, and stories to share from standing on the Roof of Africa.
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
