Marangu route 6 days kilimanjaro climbing

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$1750.00

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Moshi, Kilimanjaro, Tanzania, , ,

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6 Days Kilimanjaro Climb – Marangu Route with Vilima Adventure Tours

Best for comfort, hut accommodation, and first-time climbers

Overview:
Experience the majestic Mount Kilimanjaro (5,895m) through the Marangu Route, also known as the "Coca-Cola Route." This 6-day itinerary offers a comfortable and scenic trekking experience with hut accommodations, ideal for climbers seeking a well-paced, classic route with high success rates. The Marangu Route is the only Kilimanjaro route with permanent sleeping huts, making it a favorite for beginners and those looking for extra comfort.

Tour Operator: Vilima Adventure Tours
Duration: 6 Days / 5 Nights
Start/End: Moshi – Kilimanjaro National Park
Route Difficulty: Moderate
Route Altitude: Up to 5,895m (Uhuru Peak)
Accommodation: Mountain Huts
Best Travel Months: January–March | June–October | December
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Itinerary – 6 Days Kilimanjaro Marangu Route

Day 1: Marangu Gate (1,860m) to Mandara Hut (2,700m)

  • Transfer from Moshi to Marangu Gate

  • Register and begin your trek through lush rainforest

  • Spot black-and-white colobus monkeys

  • Duration: 4–5 hours | Distance: ~8km

  • Habitat: Rainforest

  • Overnight at Mandara Hut

Day 2: Mandara Hut to Horombo Hut (3,720m)

  • Trek through moorland landscapes with views of Mawenzi

  • Duration: 5–6 hours | Distance: ~11km

  • Habitat: Heath/Moorland

  • Overnight at Horombo Hut

Day 3: Acclimatization Day at Horombo Hut

  • Optional hike to Zebra Rocks (4,020m) for acclimatization

  • Rest, hydrate, and prepare for higher altitude

  • Improves summit success rate

  • Overnight at Horombo Hut

Day 4: Horombo Hut to Kibo Hut (4,700m)

  • Trek across alpine desert terrain

  • View the saddle between Mawenzi and Kibo peaks

  • Duration: 5–6 hours | Distance: ~10km

  • Habitat: Alpine Desert

  • Overnight at Kibo Hut

Day 5: Kibo Hut to Uhuru Peak (5,895m) to Horombo Hut

  • Midnight summit attempt with Vilima Adventure Tours guide

  • Reach Uhuru Peak at sunrise – the Roof of Africa

  • Celebrate and descend back to Horombo

  • Duration: 12–14 hours | Distance: ~21km

  • Habitat: Arctic to Moorland

  • Overnight at Horombo Hut

Day 6: Horombo Hut to Marangu Gate – Return to Moshi

  • Final descent through forested trails

  • Receive your summit certificate

  • Transfer back to Moshi with Vilima Adventure Tours

  • Duration: 5–6 hours | Distance: ~18km


Why Choose the Marangu Route with Vilima Adventure Tours?

  • Only route with hut accommodation (Mandara, Horombo, and Kibo Huts)

  • Ideal for first-time climbers or those who prefer not to camp

  • Includes acclimatization day for better summit success

  • Knowledgeable local guides, cooks, and porters

  • Full support from Vilima Adventure Tours throughout your climb


What’s Included:

  • Kilimanjaro National Park fees

  • Accommodation in mountain huts

  • All meals and purified water during the climb

  • Certified mountain guide, cook & porters

  • Transportation to and from the trailhead

  • Rescue and emergency support

  • Certificate of achievement

Not Included:

  • International flights & Tanzanian visa

  • Tips for the mountain crew

  • Personal gear and sleeping bags

  • Hotel in Moshi (optional add-on)


Add-Ons & Custom Options with Vilima Adventure Tours

  • Airport transfers & hotel stays in Moshi

  • Private trekking option

  • Combine with Serengeti Safari or Zanzibar beach holiday

  • Extra acclimatization day (7-day version available)

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