5 Days, Kilimanjaro Marangu Route
Today, the Marangu or “Coca-Cola” route is the most popular route on Kilimanjaro. It is the only route where you can spend the night in a hut. As a result, hiking in Marangu is a good option during the rainy season.The route begins to the south-east of Mt Kilimanjaro. The route’s entrance, Marangu Gate, is very close to our climbing base. This route features a well-trodden trail running through all the climate zones – from tropical rainforest to eternal ice, and will also treat you to scenic African landscapes. Because it is the most popular and least expensive route, it may be crowded in July-September and December-March. For better acclimatization, the 6-day option is strongly recommended over the 5-day option.
| Destination |
Kilimanjaro |
| Departure |
Yes Required |
| Departure Time |
Depend on Arrival date |
| Return Time |
Depend on arrival date |
| Included |
•Professional, English-speaking guide/other language guide on request
• Mountain crew (cook & porters)
• Mountain tents.
• Camping equipment (tents, sleeping mats, chairs, tables, etc.)
• Private mountain Chemical toilet
• Mountain Camp Shower Available.Warm water Shower on request and extra cost.)
• Meals according to the itinerary
• Drinking water
• All national park fees
• All mentioned transfers
• Pre and post-night stays in Moshi hotels
• 24/7 phone support including consultations with our doctor when needed |
| Excluded |
• Sleeping bag
• Personal trekking equipment
• Flights
• Laundry services.
• Alcohol
• Visa fees
• Tip recommended for the mountain crew > $250
• Personal spending money for souvenirs, etc.
• Travel insurance |
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Details
Your 7-day Kilimanjaro journey begins with a warm welcome in Moshi and a relaxing evening at your hotel before the climb. The adventure starts at Marangu Gate, leading you through lush rainforests, peaceful heather zones, and alpine deserts toward the towering peak of Africa. Each day brings new scenery — from cozy mountain huts and crater views to the breathtaking sunrise at Uhuru Peak (5,895m). After celebrating your summit success, descend through the mountain’s changing landscapes, returning to Moshi for a hot meal and well-earned rest. The experience ends with a heartfelt farewell and transfer to the airport, marking the end of an unforgettable Tanzanian adventure.
Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), where you will be welcomed by a Nirvana Africa Safaris representative and transferred to the Weruweru River Lodge or Maridadi Hotel HB. The hotel will provide all of the necessities for a pleasant stay, including cozy rooms, hot water, courteous staff, a swimming pool, and Internet access. In the evening, our managers will brief you and ensure that you are ready to begin the climb.
Please keep in mind that check-in begins at 12:00 HRS.
Leave Moshi town and drive for about 45 minutes to Marangu Gate on the eastern side of Kilimanjaro. Do the necessary paperwork at the park gate such as registrations. Begin hiking through rainforest from the park gate to Mandara Hut. Stop half way for lunch. A side trip to Maundi Crater (about 15 minutes away) is a good way to see the surroundings as well as views of Kenya and Northern Tanzania. Bathrooms are available with running water.
Wake to breakfast and pack for the next leg. Hike to Horombo Huts. You travel through lower heath land with small shrubs being the main vegetation. Stop half way for lunch. The views of Mawenzi are amazing. The summit of Kibo can be seen from Horombo Huts. Arrive Horombo Huts, unpack and prepare for dinner. Bathrooms are available with running water.
Wake to breakfast as usual (if you wake before sunup, you can get some great photos of the sunrise). Pack and begin the hike to Kibo Hut. The first half of the day’s hike traverses the upper heath land while the second half crosses the vast saddle that connects Mawenzi and Kibo. The saddle is an alpine desert that resembles a lunar landscape. Be careful to notice signs of altitude sickness. No running water at Kibo Huts.
Wake at around midnight to a light breakfast, and then prepare for the summit ascent. This part of the hike is carried out during the early morning before dawn so that the climbers reach Uhuru Peak at around sunrise. Leave at about 1:00am and reach Gilman’s Point at about 7:00am. The climbers are met with views of the crater from Gilman’s Point because it is on the Crater Rim. Another 2 hours of hiking brings the climber to Uhuru Peak, the summit. From there you will descend back to Kibo Hut, collect your things and cross the saddle again at Horombo Hut where you will spend the night. Enjoy dinner and get some well-deserved sleep.
Wake as usual, pack and descend to Mandara Hut. Take lunch there and continue on to the park gate where you will be met by your transport back to Moshi or Arusha. Overnight in Weruweru or Maridadi Hotel . Tips are recommended and highly appreciated and can be given to the Guide at Weruweru or Maridadi Hotel. This is also where successful climbers receive their summit certificates. Those climbers who reached Stella Point (5685m) are issued with green certificates and those who reached Uhuru Peak (5895m) receive gold certificates.
After an early breakfast, transfer to Kilimanjaro airport for your departure flight back home.
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