Package Overview
The 6-Day Marangu Route: The Classic Hut Route to Uhuru Peak is the most traditional and popular path to Kilimanjaro’s summit. Known as the “Coca-Cola Route,” it provides a comfortable and well-organized trek with overnight stays in huts instead of tents. Over six days, climbers traverse lush rainforests, bamboo zones, heathlands, and alpine deserts, gradually acclimatizing for a successful summit at Uhuru Peak (5,895 m). This route is perfect for climbers seeking comfort, structure, and a classic Kilimanjaro experience.
Day 1: Marangu Gate to Mandara Hut (2,700 m)
Begin your climb at Marangu Gate, where guides check permits and organize porters. Trek through dense rainforest with waterfalls, monkeys, and birds along the way. Arrive at Mandara Hut, your first overnight stay in comfortable huts surrounded by the forest.
Day 2: Mandara Hut to Horombo Hut (3,720 m)
Ascend through bamboo and heath zones, enjoying panoramic views of the southern slopes. The 5–6 hour trek gradually acclimatizes you to higher altitudes. Arrive at Horombo Hut, a comfortable base for the next phase of the climb.
Day 3: Acclimatization Day at Horombo Hut
Rest and acclimatize at Horombo Hut. Optional short hikes, such as to Zebra Rocks (4,000 m), help your body adjust while providing spectacular scenery. This day improves your chances of a successful summit while allowing you to explore the surrounding landscape.
Day 4: Horombo Hut to Kibo Hut (4,700 m)
Leave moorlands behind and enter the alpine desert. Trek through rocky and barren landscapes until reaching Kibo Hut, the final camp before your summit. Enjoy panoramic views of glaciers and nearby peaks, and rest in preparation for the early morning climb.
Day 5: Summit Day – Kibo Hut to Uhuru Peak (5,895 m) and Descent to Horombo Hut (3,720 m)
Start the summit attempt around midnight. Ascend the steep trail through the Saddle to reach Uhuru Peak (5,895 m), the highest point in Africa. After celebrating the summit and enjoying panoramic views, descend carefully to Horombo Hut for overnight rest.
Day 6: Horombo Hut to Marangu Gate (1,860 m)
Complete the descent through heath and rainforest zones back to Marangu Gate, where you receive your summit certificate. Transfer to your lodge or Arusha to celebrate your successful climb.
Package Highlights
Classic Marangu Route with hut accommodations
Comfortable and structured 6-day itinerary
Gradual acclimatization for higher summit success
Scenic landscapes: rainforest, bamboo, heathlands, alpine desert
Summit at Uhuru Peak (5,895 m)
Expert guides, porters, and full support included
