6-Day Kilimanjaro Climb Marangu Route

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🗺 Tanzania ⏱ 6 days 🚙 4x4 Pop-up Roof

Marangu Route

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This 6-day trek along the Marangu Route offers an unforgettable adventure on Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa’s highest peak. Known as the “Coca-Cola” route, Marangu is the only route with hut accommodations, making it a comfortable option for climbers. It is ideal for those who wish to experience the grandeur of Kilimanjaro without the need for camping. This itinerary ensures a gradual ascent, improving your chances of summiting safely.

Route

Start	Marangu Route (Day 1)
Day 2	Mandara Hut to Horombo Hut
Day 3	Acclimatization Day at Horombo Hut
Day 4	Horombo Hut to Kibo Hut
Day 5	Summit Day - Kibo Hut to Uhuru Peak & Descent to Horombo Hut
Day 6	Descend to Marangu Gate & Return
End	Marangu Route

Tour Features

Day 1: Drive to Marangu Gate & Trek to Mandara Hut Day 2: Mandara Hut to Horombo Hut Day 3: Acclimatization Day at Horombo Hut Day 4: Horombo Hut to Kibo Hut Day 5: Summit Day - Kibo Hut to Uhuru Peak & Descent to Horombo Hut Day 6: Descend to Marangu Gate & Return

Activities & Transportation

Route: Marangu Route
Duration: 6 days
Getting around: 4x4 safari vehicle (pop-up roof)
Transfers: airport pick-up & drop-off can be included

Accommodation & Meals

Day

Accommodation

Meals

Mandara Hut Budget mountain hut located on Mt Kilimanjaro

Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Horombo Hut Budget mountain hut located on Mt Kilimanjaro

All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Horombo Hut Budget mountain hut located on Mt Kilimanjaro

All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Kibo Hut Budget mountain hut located on Mt Kilimanjaro

All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Horombo Hut Budget mountain hut located on Mt Kilimanjaro

All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

No accommodation (End of tour)

Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Non-alcoholic drinks

Day by Day

Day 1 Drive to Marangu Gate & Trek to Mandara Hut

⏱Morning 🏨Mandara Hut Budget mountain hut located on Mt Kilimanjaro 🍽Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

After breakfast, you'll depart for Marangu Gate, the starting point of the trek. You'll begin your trek through the lush rainforest, where you’ll spot exotic wildlife and beautiful plant life. You'll trek for about 4-5 hours to reach Mandara Hut (2,700 meters). You will enjoy a warm meal, rest, and acclimate at Mandara Hut.

Day 2 Mandara Hut to Horombo Hut

⏱Morning 🏨Horombo Hut Budget mountain hut located on Mt Kilimanjaro 🍽All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

After breakfast, you'll continue your ascent through the heathland zone. The trek takes 6-7 hours to reach Horombo Hut (3,700 meters). As you ascend, you’ll be treated to stunning views of the surrounding landscape, including Mawenzi Peak. You'll enjoy dinner and relax at Horombo Hut in preparation for the next stage of the trek.

Day 3 Acclimatization Day at Horombo Hut

⏱Morning 🏨Horombo Hut Budget mountain hut located on Mt Kilimanjaro 🍽All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

This day is dedicated to acclimatization at Horombo Hut. You will hike to Zebras Rocks or Kibo Hut for a short, moderate trek to a higher altitude (approximately 4,200 meters) and then return to Horombo Hut. This helps your body adjust to the altitude before the summit attempt. The rest of the day is spent relaxing at the hut, ensuring you're physically prepared for the final push to the summit.

Day 4 Horombo Hut to Kibo Hut

⏱Morning 🏨Kibo Hut Budget mountain hut located on Mt Kilimanjaro 🍽All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

After breakfast, you'll trek towards Kibo Hut (4,700 meters), a 5-6 hour journey. As you ascend, the landscape transitions into the alpine desert zone, and the environment becomes more barren and rocky. Once you reach Kibo Hut, you'll rest, hydrate, and mentally prepare for the challenging summit attempt. You will have an early dinner and relax before the midnight start for the summit.

Day 5 Summit Day - Kibo Hut to Uhuru Peak & Descent to Horombo Hut

⏱Morning 🏨Horombo Hut Budget mountain hut located on Mt Kilimanjaro 🍽All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

At midnight, you'll depart from Kibo Hut for the summit push. The trek to Uhuru Peak (5,895 meters) will take 6-8 hours, with the final stretch being steep and strenuous. Reach Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa. You'll spend a few moments taking in the incredible views and celebrate your achievement. Afterward, you'll begin the descent, which will take approximately 5-6 hours back to Horombo Hut, where you'll rest and recover.

Day 6 Descend to Marangu Gate & Return

⏱Morning 🏨No accommodation (End of tour) 🍽Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Non-alcoholic drinks

After breakfast, you'll start your descent from Horombo Hut back to Marangu Gate (5-6 hours). Upon reaching the gate, celebrate your success and receive your summit certificate. The trek ends with your transfer back to Marangu Gate.

6-Day Kilimanjaro Climb Marangu Route

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