Marangu route is the most well-known route, less difficult and the shortest way to Uhuru Peak. This is also known as a tourist route or the coca cola route. Most of the trekkers choose this route, because it’s the most easier route. Most of the route is fairly easy but the final part to the summit is still difficult.

All camps on this route sale good such as chocolate, beer, soft drinks and mineral water, and they all have radio contact to the park office. This can be done in 5 days but your advised to take an extra day for acclimatization at the Horombo hut, which is the only campsite on Kilimanjaro with beds and mattresses.

Kilimanjaro Airport, Moshi or Arusha, Tanzania

A prompt departure at 8:30 AM.

Approximately 2:00PM to 4.00 PM.

Private Safari/Mid range/Tented camp/Camping (budget). Kindly confirm this with our safari specialist

Private accompanied by a ranger

Click here for the list of equipment to include with you

Professional Mountain Guide

Drinking water

Transportation to park gate returns

Accommodation on Mountain huts during trek

Meals-breakfast, lunch and dinner

Entrance and hut fees

Porters

Visas

Tips

International flights to the country

Any personal items of nature

You’ll be picked up from your Arusha/Moshi accommodations and make the drive to Kilimanjaro National Park.

Here, you’ll liaise with your guides and begin your ascent through the verdant rainforest that clothes the lower reaches of Kilimanjaro.

Hiking for 5-6 hours through this ancient jungle, you’ll get to go on a miniature safari as you spot wildlife such as black and white colobus monkeys along the way.

You’ll spend your night at the modern Mandara Huts, which boast luxuries such as solar lighting and flush toilets. You won’t be seeing those again anytime soon!

Elevation (m): 1,843m to 2,700m
Distance: 8 km
Hiking Time: 4-5 hours
Habitat: Rain Forest

Full Board - Dinner, Breakfast and Lunch

You’ll set off bright and early today, as you’ve got a long day of hiking ahead of you!

Today’s hike takes you from the verdant rainforest into the stark alpine zone, as you’ll cover more than 11 kilometres on your way to the Maundi Crater.

If the weather is clear, you’ll find stunning views of Kibo Glacier from here before settling down for the evening.

Elevation (m): 2,700m - 3,720m
Distance: 12 km
Hiking Time: 6 - 12 hours
Habitat: Heath

Full Board - Dinner, Breakfast and Lunch

It’s another big day of hiking today, as you’ll make your way to Kibo Hut to set up camp ahead of your summit attempt.

Climbing almost 1,000m, you’ll pass your last watering point at the 4,130m mark before arriving at Kibo Hut in the afternoon. Remember to drink plenty of water during your early dinner, as you’ll be up bright and early tomorrow to begin your ascent to the summit!

Elevation (m): 3,720 m to 4,703 m
Distance: 10 Km
Hiking Time: 6-8 hours
Habitat: Alpine Desert

Full Board - Dinner, Breakfast and Lunch

You’re starting your day early today – just after midnight.

Your climbing team will wake you with a cup of hot tea and a light snack for energy as you get dressed and prepare your daypack for the adventure ahead.

You’ll be hiking in utter darkness for the next 5-7 hours, so take it slow and you’ll arrive at Stella Point a few hours before dawn. From here, there’s another two hours of intense hiking before you reach your ultimate goal: Uhuru Peak.

Standing at 5,985m, you’ll be able to experience a spectacular sunrise and take in the panoramic view. You’ve done it You’ll then descend back to Horombo Hut via Kibo Hut. At anywhere between 12 and 16 hours of hiking, this is sure to be one of the longest, most gruelling days of your life!

Elevation (m): 4703 m to 5895m
Distance: 6 km
Hiking Time: 6-8 hours
Habitat: Arctic

Full Board - Breakfast and Lunch

It’s a day of celebration today, as you’ll enjoy one last breakfast on the mountain before descending to the Marangu Gate.

It’s an almost 20km walk today, but the steady downhill makes it a lot easier than the ascent. Upon arrival at the gate, you’ll get to celebrate with your porters and guides, provide them with their tips for their hard work, and collect your certificate of completion.

Your driver will then whisk you away to your Moshi or Arusha hotel to get some well-earned rest.

Elevation (m): 3,720m - 1,842m
Distance: 20 km
Hiking Time: 5 - 7 hours
Habitat: Rain Forest

Half Board - Breakfast and Lunch