Arusha/Moshi
Arusha/Moshi
Hut
Rainforest Adventure, Scenic Moorlands, Alpine Desert Experience
Trekkers who prefer hut accommodation
Trekking
Marangu Gate, Mandara Hut, Horombo Hut, Kibo Hut, Uhuru Peak
The 5-Day Marangu Route is the shortest route to the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro, making it ideal for climbers with limited time and previous trekking experience. Known as the “Coca-Cola Route,” it is the only route that offers comfortable mountain huts instead of camping.
Although the route is less physically demanding in terms of logistics, the shorter duration provides less time for acclimatization, making the summit success rate lower than longer routes.
After landing at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), you will be met by our representative and taken to your hotel at either Arusha or Moshi.During the transfer process, you will be offered some time to see Tanzania’s wonderful scenery, and depending on weather, get a sight of Mount Kilimanjaro after checking into your accommodation. Once you have settled down, you will be briefed about the whole mountain climbing process by your guide. The briefing will give you information about your journey plan, safety measures, and altitude and equipment preparation.
dinner
After breakfast, you will drive to Marangu Gate, where registration and permit formalities are completed before entering Kilimanjaro National Park. Your adventure begins as you start trekking through the lush rainforest, surrounded by towering trees, colorful bird species, and playful blue monkeys. The cool and peaceful forest environment provides a pleasant introduction to your Kilimanjaro climb.
The trail gradually ascends through the dense vegetation, allowing you to enjoy the beauty and tranquility of the mountain’s lower slopes. Upon arrival at Mandara Hut, you will settle into comfortable wooden cabins, enjoy a freshly prepared dinner, and receive a briefing from your guide in preparation for the next day’s trek.
Approx. 8 km
4–5 hours
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
After breakfast, the trail gradually leaves the rainforest and enters the beautiful heath and moorland zone. Giant lobelias and unique alpine vegetation dominate the landscape while spectacular views of Mawenzi Peak begin to emerge.You will arrive at Horombo Hut in the afternoon, where you can relax, enjoy dinner, and prepare for higher altitudes.
Approx. 12 km
6–7 hours
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Today’s trek crosses the alpine desert known as the “Saddle,” a vast, open landscape between Mawenzi Peak and Kibo Peak. Vegetation becomes sparse as the altitude increases, and temperatures begin to drop.Upon reaching Kibo Hut, you’ll have an early dinner and rest before waking around midnight for your summit attempt.
Approx. 10 km
5-6 hours
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Around midnight, you’ll begin the most challenging part of the climb. Guided by headlamps under a star-filled sky, you’ll ascend steadily to Gilman’s Point before continuing along the crater rim to Uhuru Peak (5,895 m)—the highest point in Africa.After celebrating your achievement and taking unforgettable photos, you’ll descend back to Kibo Hut for a short rest and lunch before continuing down to Horombo Hut for your overnight stay.
Approx. 22 km
10–14 hours
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
After breakfast, you’ll descend through the moorland and rainforest back to Marangu Gate. Upon arrival, you’ll receive your official Kilimanjaro Summit Certificate before meeting your driver for transfer back to your hotel.This marks the successful completion of your Mount Kilimanjaro adventur
Approx. 20 km
5–7 hours
Breakfast
After breakfast at the hotel, you will be transferred to Kilimanjaro International Airport, where your flight home starts, thus ending your adventure on Mount Kilimanjaro
Breakfast
