7 Days Mt. Kilimanjaro Climbing: Marangu Route

Duration7 Days / 6 Nights
DestinationTanzania

Tour Overview

This 7-day Mount Kilimanjaro trek follows the Marangu Route, commonly known as the “Coca-Cola Route.” It is the oldest and most established route on the mountain and is considered the easiest due to its gradual ascent profile.

The route is the only one on Kilimanjaro that provides dormitory-style hut accommodation, making it suitable for climbers who prefer shelter rather than camping.

The package includes accommodation, meals on the mountain, professional guides, park fees, and all necessary logistics for the climb.

Day-by-Day Itinerary

1Day

Nairobi – Arusha

  • Pick-up from Nairobi after breakfast

  • Drive to Arusha, arriving in time for lunch

  • Afternoon for equipment organization

  • Overnight stay at Arusha hotel

2Day

Arusha – Mandara Hut

  • Drive to Moshi, then continue to Marangu Park Gate

  • Begin hike to Mandara Hut

  • Distance: 9 km

  • Hiking time: approximately 3 hours

  • Altitude: 2,774 m

  • Overnight at Mandara Hut

3Day

Mandara – Horombo Hut

  • Trek to Horombo Hut

  • Average hiking time: 8 hours

  • Views of Mawenzi and Kibo peaks (weather permitting)

  • Dinner and overnight at Horombo Hut

  • Altitude: 3,761 m

4Day

Horombo – Kibo Hut

  • Morning hike to Kibo Hut

  • Distance: 13 km

  • Hiking time: approximately 6 hours

  • Vegetation includes lobelia, giant cactus, and groundsel

  • Overnight at Kibo Hut

  • Altitude: 4,732 m

5Day

Kibo – Uhuru Peak – Horombo

  • Wake-up at 2:00 a.m.

  • Ascend to Gilman’s Point (5,681 m)

  • Continue to Uhuru Peak (5,896 m)

  • Descend to Horombo Hut

  • Overnight at Horombo

6Day

Horombo – Arusha

  • Descend via Mandara Route

  • Exit through Marangu Gate

  • Transfer to Arusha hotel

  • Overnight in Arusha

7Day

Arusha – Nairobi

  • Breakfast at the hotel

  • Transfer to Nairobi via shuttle (morning or afternoon)

What's Included

  • 2 nights accommodation in Moshi hotel
  • Professional and experienced mountain guides
  • Park and rescue fees
  • All meals while on the mountain
  • Arrival and departure transfers
  • Guides, porters, and cook services
  • Clean, purified drinking water
  • Summit emergency oxygen
  • Walking poles
  • Quality four-season sleeping tents
  • Large portions of fresh and nutritious meals

What's Not Included

  • Tanzania Visa (USD 50 per person on arrival)
  • Personal expenses (laundry, beverages, phone calls)
  • Meals not listed
  • Optional tours
  • Tips and personal items

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