5-Day Mount Kilimanjaro Trek – Marangu Route
This trek takes you through five unique climate zones, allowing for gradual acclimatization. Along the way, you’ll experience Maundi Crater, the Saddle Plateau, and the iconic summit sunrise at Uhuru Peak. Accompanied by professional guides, porters, and cooks, you’ll have everything you need for a successful climb.
Tour Highlights
- Reach Uhuru Peak (5,895m), the highest point in Africa
- Trek through rainforests, moorlands, and glaciers
- Stay in comfortable mountain huts (Mandara, Horombo, Kibo)
- Experience the stunning sunrise at the summit
- Enjoy breathtaking views of Mawenzi and Kibo peaks
- Receive guidance from experienced mountain guides and porters
Details
The Marangu Route, also known as the "Coca-Cola Route," is the most popular and direct path to the Uhuru Peak (5,895m), the highest point in Africa. This 5-day trek offers a scenic journey through lush rainforests, alpine meadows, and rugged high-altitude landscapes. The Marangu Route is the only route with hut accommodations, making it a preferred choice for trekkers seeking comfort and a steady ascent.
What’s Included
- All park entry and rescue fees
- Professional English-speaking mountain guides
- Hut accommodations (Mandara, Horombo, and Kibo)
- All meals on the mountain (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
- Drinking water and hot beverages
- Porter services (to carry luggage)
- Airport transfers (if needed)
What’s Excluded
- International & domestic flights
- Climbing gear (available for rent)
- Personal travel insurance
- Tips for guides, porters, and cook
- Additional drinks and snacks
- Pickup from Moshi or Arusha and drive to Marangu Gate (1,860m)
- Registration and trek briefing by guides
- Trek through dense rainforest (4-5 hours)
- Arrival at Mandara Hut (2,700m) for dinner and overnight stay
- Breakfast and trek through moorland terrain
- Stop at Maundi Crater for panoramic views
- Enjoy lunch en route, continue to Horombo Hut (3,720m)
- Dinner and overnight stay at Horombo Hut
- Breakfast and trek through alpine desert landscapes
- Pass Last Water Point and the Saddle Plateau
- Arrive at Kibo Hut (4,703m) for rest and early dinner
- Prepare for the summit push at midnight
- Midnight summit attempt begins
- Trek via Gilman’s Point (5,685m) and Stella Point (5,756m)
- Reach Uhuru Peak (5,895m) – the Roof of Africa!
- Capture stunning sunrise views before descending to Horombo Hut (3,720m) for overnight stay
- Breakfast and final descent through rainforest terrain
- Arrive at Marangu Gate for a certificate ceremony
- Transfer back to Moshi/Arusha – End of the trek
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