Day 1 – Marangu Gate to Mandara Hut

Marangu - Day 1 – Marangu Gate to Mandara Hut

The 6-day Kilimanjaro climb via the Marangu route begins early in the morning. Guests will be picked up from the hotel and transported to the Marangu gate. Upon arrival, guides and porters will be ready to greet them as they take in the breathtaking mountain views. In the forest, there is an opportunity to see vibrantly colored birds, colobus monkeys, and other monkey species, along with mosses, lichens, flowers, and stunning orchids. If the weather is clear, the town of Moshi, situated at the edge of the plain below, can be seen. Once registration is completed, the climb begins from the park buildings. The 4-5 hour trek leads through coffee plantations and dense rainforest to Mandara Hut for dinner and an overnight stay.

Distance covered: 8.3km / 5.2mi

Approx. time taken: 5 hours

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included

Day 2 – Mandara Hut to Horombo Hut 3,720Mts

Day 3 – Horombo Hut

Day 4 – Horombo Hut to Kibo Hut

Day 5 – Uhuru Peak

Day 6 – Return to Moshi

Mount Kilimanjaro - Day 6 – Return to Moshi

As the descent continues across an alpine meadow and through the rainforest past Mandara Hut to Marangu Gate, where the vehicle awaits for the journey back to Moshi, the pace quickens. This concludes the 6-day Kilimanjaro climb via the Marangu route.

Distance covered: 20.8km / 12.9mi

Approx. time taken: 8 hours

Meals: Breakfast & Lunch Included

• Camping Fees
• Pick up from hotel in Moshi to Marangu Gate
• Briefing
• Quality camping equipment (tents and sleeping mattress)
• Trekking certificate
• Health and clean drinking water during hiking
• Breakfast, lunch, and dinner during trekking
• Kilimanjaro hiking professional guide
• Drop off at hotel in Moshi from Marangu Gate after trek

• Travel / Medical insurance
• All Mount Kilimanjaro Park Fees ( All fees can be paid direct to the park or via Tour operator)
• Tips to mountain crew
• Airport Pick up and drop off
• The hotel before and after the trek in town
• Flight ( Domestic & International )
• personal hiking gears
• Pickup from Arusha to Moshi is available at an additional cost

Explore our newest 6-day Kilimanjaro climbing tour through the Marangu Route, affectionately called the “Coca-Cola” route. This trek is renowned globally as one of the most popular and highly-rated experiences, taking you to the summit of Africa’s tallest mountain at 5,895 meters.

The 6-day Kilimanjaro climb via the Marangu Route is favored by many climbers due to its distinctive huts and the most comfortable path to Kilimanjaro’s peak. The adventure starts at the Marangu Gate, leading you through lush rainforests that gradually transition into alpine meadows and breathtaking views.

For those seeking a premium adventure, among the 7 Summit Routes to ascend Kilimanjaro, this top-rated 6-day Kilimanjaro climb via the Marangu Route provides unforgettable experiences for both experienced and novice climbers.

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