The 6-day Marangu Route, often referred to as the “Coca Cola” or “tourist” route, is the easiest and shortest path to Kilimanjaro’s summit. This route stands out for its comfortable sleeping huts at every camp, featuring solar lights and cozy beds with sponge mattresses and pillows. Huts are communal, offering a sociable environment where climbers from around the world share meals and experiences. Basic amenities like bathrooms and running water are available at lower camps, and latrines are provided at the final camp.
Although typically completed in 5 days, the 6-day option allows for better acclimatization, with an extra day to rest at Horombo Hut or explore the Mawenzi peak. Soft drinks, bottled water, and beer are available for purchase at the huts—just remember to bring small Tanzanian bills.
Choose a private trek on your preferred start date, or join a group departure on select dates. Enhance your adventure with a safari after your Kilimanjaro climb!
Classic 6-day ascent of Mount Kilimanjaro via the popular Marangu Route.
Gradual trail with hut accommodations—ideal for first-time trekkers.
Pass through diverse landscapes: rainforest, moorland, alpine desert, and arctic summit zone.
Acclimatization day at Horombo Huts to increase summit success rate.
Summit attempt begins at midnight for sunrise views from Uhuru Peak (5,895m).
Experienced mountain guides, porters, and cooks ensuring safety and comfort.
Overnight stays in shared mountain huts with meals provided throughout.
Park fees, rescue fees, and Kilimanjaro trekking permits included.
Classic 6-day ascent of Mount Kilimanjaro via the popular Marangu Route.
Gradual trail with hut accommodations—ideal for first-time trekkers.
Pass through diverse landscapes: rainforest, moorland, alpine desert, and arctic summit zone.
Acclimatization day at Horombo Huts to increase summit success rate.
Summit attempt begins at midnight for sunrise views from Uhuru Peak (5,895m).
Experienced mountain guides, porters, and cooks ensuring safety and comfort.
Overnight stays in shared mountain huts with meals provided throughout.
Park fees, rescue fees, and Kilimanjaro trekking permits included.
Day 1: Arrive Kilimanjaro Airport, transfer to Arusha city
Arrive Kilimanjaro Airport, Transfer to Arusha city.
A driver will meet you at the Kilimanjaro Airport after you go through immigration and customs. Look for someone with a sign that shows your name. It takes a minimum of 1.5 hours to get to Arusha city with no traffic.
There will be a trek orientation with your Kilimanjaro guide today and an opportunity to get any rental items that you may need and also pack for the trek. You can leave extra luggage that is not needed on the trek at the hotel.
If you have time, we recommend an extra rest day before your trek.
Meals included: n/a
Mid-Range Accommodations: Hotel or Lodge
Day 2: Drive to Kilimanjaro National Park Marangu Gate, Hike to Mandara Hut (BLD)
After breakfast and briefing, drive to the Kilimanjaro National Park Gate (45-60 minutes), register and commence the climb. Walk through the rainforest to the Mandara encampment. A side trip to Maundi Crater is a good way to see the surroundings including Northern Tanzania and Kenya. In the rainforest, look for towering Eucalyptus trees, bird life, and Colobus monkeys.
— Elevation: 1860m/6100ft to 2700m/8875ft
— Distance: 8km/5mi
— Hiking Time: 3-4 hours
— Habitat: Montane Forest
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Budget Accommodations: Mandara Hut
Day 3: Hike Mandara Hut to Horombo Hut (BLD)
You leave the glades of the rainforest and follow an ascending path on the open moorlands to the Horombo encampment. Views of Mawenzi and the summit of Kibo are amazing. Look for giant lobelias and grounsels. You may begin to feel the affects of the altitude.
— Elevation: 2700m/8875ft to 3700m/12,200ft
— Distance: 12km/7.5mi
— Hiking Time: 5-6 hours
— Habitat: Heathland
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Budget Accommodations: Horombo Hut
Day 4: Rest Day at Horombo Hut (BLD)
Rest day at Horombo Hut with optional hike by Mawenzi Peak.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Budget Accommodations: Horombo Hut
Day 5: Hike Horombo Hut to Kibo Hut (BLD)
Ascending, we now pass the last watering point, walking onto the saddle of Kilimanjaro between the peaks of Kibo and Mawenzi. Vegetation begins with upper heathland but then disappears into “moonscape”. Dinner, rest, and prepare for summit climb.
— Elevation: 3700m/12,200ft to 4700m/15,500ft
— Distance: 9km/5.5mi
— Hiking Time: 5-6 hours
— Habitat: Alpine Desert
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Budget Accommodations: Kibo Hut
Day 6: Hike Kibo Hut to Summit, and down to Horombo Hut (BLD)
Very early in the morning (midnight to 2am), commence the climb to the summit on steep and heavy scree or snow up to Gilman’s point located on the crater rim. Continuing, we now ascend to Uhuru Peak, which is the highest point in Africa. There are unbelievable views at every turn. Have your picture taken at the summit to show your friends and family. From here we descend, stopping for lunch and a rest at Kibo before continuing on to the Horombo encampment. The beginning of this climb is done in the dark and requires headlamps or flashlights. It will be very cold until you start descending, so you will need all of your warm layers. This is by far the most difficult part of the trek with many switchbacks. Going slowly “pole pole” and an optimistic attitude will get you there!
— Elevation: 4700m/15,500ft to 5895m/19,340ft
— Down to 3700m/12,200ft
— Distance: 6km/4mi up / 15km/9mi down
— Hiking Time: 6-8 hours up / 15km/9mi down
— Habitat: Alpine Desert
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Budget Accommodations: Horombo Hut
Day 7: Hike Horombo Hut to trail head, drive to Arusha city (BL)
After breakfast, a steady descent takes us down through moorland to the Mandara Hut. Continue descending through lush forest path to the National Park gate at Marangu. At lower elevations, it can be wet and muddy. Gaiters and trekking poles will help. Shorts and t-shirts will probably be plenty to wear (keep rain gear and warmer clothing handy). A vehicle will meet you at Marangu village to drive you back to your hotel in Arusha city. Don’t forget to tip your guides and porters. It is time for celebration!
— Elevation: 3700m/12,200ft to 1700m/5500ft
— Distance: 20km/12.5mi
— Hiking Time: 4-5 hours
— Habitat: Forest
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch
Mid-Range Accommodations: Hotel or Lodge
Day 8: Depart Arusha city (B)
If you are starting a safari today, your guide will meet you at your hotel. We can also arrange a transfer to the Kilimanjaro Airport.
Meals included: Breakfast
=> All accommodations per itinerary
=> All meals per itinerary (B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner)
=> All tours and entrance fees per itinerary (unless listed as excluded)
=> All transportation and transfers per itinerary
=> National Park fees + Camping fees
=> Transport from Arusha to trail head and return to Arusha
=> Certified, experienced guides for all routes
=> Porters, cooks, assistant guides as required
=> Rescue fees (as required by national park)
=> Tents, cooking equipment, and eating utensils
=> Oximeters
=> First aid kit
=>Emergency Oxygen
=> International and domestic flights
=> Meals not listed
=> Tips for guides, drivers, hotel staff
=> Optional tours
=> Personal expenses (visas, airport taxes, Internet, etc.)
=> Tips for guides, porters, and cooks (budget $400-600/person)
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