The Marangu route is the most leisurely trek, featuring stunning scenery, cold nights, and the same path up and down. Climbs start on Saturdays, except in April and May.
The Marangu Route is considered the easiest and most popular path for trekking Mount Kilimanjaro. Often referred to as the “Coca-Cola Route,” it is favored by many climbers for its scenic beauty, well-developed trail, and the comfort of hut accommodations rather than tents. The route offers a steady and relatively gentle ascent, making it suitable for beginners and those seeking a less strenuous climb.
However, trekkers should be prepared for cold nights at high altitudes. One unique aspect of the Marangu Route is that it follows the same path up and down, unlike other routes. Along the way, climbers pass through a variety of stunning landscapes, including lush rainforests, moorlands, and alpine desert zones. Departures typically take place every Saturday, except during the rainy season in April and May.
Pick up at the hotel after breakfast and drive to Marangu gate. After the registration, we will start ascending to the Mandara hut. It’s about 2700m above sea level, which will take around 3-4 hours of hiking through the rain forest—dinner and overnight in Mandara hut.
After breakfast, we will walk to the Horombo hut. It is 3720m above sea level. And it will take 5-6 hours on the moorland, you will be enjoying the best scenery of the Mountain. You will be able to view both Kibo and Mawenzi peaks—dinner and overnight at Horombo Hut.
This day is for acclimatization to Mawenzi and a resting day. Dinner and overnight at Horombo
Pick up after breakfast and hike to Kibo hut (4750m above sea level). It will take 5-6 hours. Into the Alpine desert. Dinner and overnight at Kibo hut.
Start hiking around midnight to the summit of Kilimanjaro (5895m above sea level), which will take around 7-8 hours. You will be able to take a picture and celebrate, then descend to Kibo hut for a short rest, dinner, and overnight at Horombo hut.
Pick up after breakfast and start walking down to the park gate. You will catch a waiting car ready to drive you back to the hotel in Moshi.
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