Marangu Route
Nicknamed the "Coca-Cola" route — the only Kilimanjaro path with sleeping huts instead of tents, and the mountain's gentlest introduction. A 6-day version is also available from $1,600 for better acclimatization.
5 Days
Hut Accommodation
Uhuru Peak 5,895m
Day-By-Day Itinerary
Marangu Gate (1,860m) to Mandara Hut (2,720m) through lush rainforest.
Mandara Hut to Horombo Hut (3,720m), with heather and moorland views.
Horombo Hut to Kibo Hut (4,700m), crossing the alpine desert “saddle.”
Midnight summit push to Uhuru Peak (5,895m), descend to Horombo Hut.
Horombo Hut to Marangu Gate — certificates and drive back to your hotel.
Included & Excluded
Included
- Park, camping & rescue fees
- Certified mountain guides, cooks & porters
- All meals on the mountain & purified water
- Quality sleeping & mess tents (camping routes) or huts (Marangu)
- Oxygen & first-aid kit
- Airport transfers & pre-climb briefing
Excluded
- International flights
- Visa fees
- Travel & medical insurance
- Personal climbing gear
- Tips & gratuities for the mountain crew
