Success Rate: 75% - 80%.
Acclimatization: Kibo Hut (4,703m /15,430ft )
Tour Duration : 6 Days
Location : Mount Kilimanjaro
Tour Type: Climbing, Acclimatize, Challenge, Private & Group Join
This 6-Day Kilimanjaro Climbing via Marangu Route is one of the most popular and oldest route to climb Mount Kilimanjaro for those looking to summit Mount Kilimanjaro, the highest peak in Africa. It has a success rate(60% to 65%) and acclimatization schedule, which includes an extra day for acclimatization at Horombo camp ( 3,720 meters / 12,204 feet) above sea level. The additional acclimatization day at Horombo camp helps hikers to adjust to the high altitude, reducing the risk of altitude sickness and increasing the chances of reaching the summit at Uhuru Peak (5,895 meters/19,341 feet), The highest peak in Africa under the captivating illumination of a full moon.
About 6-Day Kilimanjaro Marangu Route
The 6-Day Kilimanjaro Climbing via Marangu Route one of the popular trekking routes to Mount Kilimanjaro in Tanzania. It is often referred to as the "Coca-Cola" route due to its popularity and well-established infrastructure, It offers a well-defined trail with gentle slopes, making it accessible for a wide range of trekkers who want to meet the Highest peak in Africa (5895M )uhuru peak.
The Marangu Route (with 60%-65% success rate for 6-day) is one of the most scenic routes up the mountain, taking hikers through diverse landscapes, including lush rainforests, moorlands, and rocky terrain. The climb can be done privately or as part of a group, with experienced guides leading the way.Private Kilimanjaro Climb
6 day marangu route private kilimanjaro climb. The climb typically takes six days to allow for proper acclimatization and is done with a private group of individuals.Group Join Kilimanjaro Climb
The 6-day Marangu Group Join Kilimanjaro Climb is a guided trekking experience on Mount Kilimanjaro that allows individuals to join a group of fellow trekkers. It offers a shared adventure with like-minded individuals who are all striving to reach the summit of Africa's highest peak. It follows the scenic Marangu Route and provides hut accommodations while Experienced guides ensure safety and support throughout the climb.
Highlights For The 6 Days Kilimanjaro Marangu Route
Day of Arrival From Kilimanjaro/Arusha Airport – Moshi Day 1. Moshi – Gate - Mandara Hut (2700m) Day 2. Mandara Hut - Horombo Hut (3,720m) Day 3. Horombo Hut Acclimatization (12,205feet) Day 4. Horombo Hut - Kibo Hut (4,703m) Day 5. Kibo - Summit Uhuru - Horombo (5895m) Day 6. Horombo Hut - Marangu Gate - Moshi (Descending, 5-7hrs)
Day of Arrival
After arrival at Airport/Bus-Station you will meet your guide excitedly waiting for you with a smile; relax and enjoy your drive as you’re transferred to the hotel in Moshi. Get some rest as you prepare yourself for an amazing adventure of 6 days Marangu route Kilimanjaro climbing.
Accommodation:
Meal plan: Bed & BreakfastOvernight stay: Moshi
Moshi Budget Hotel
Kilimanjaro White House Hotel
Moshi Mid-Range Hotel
Chanya Lodge / Keys Lodge
Moshi Luxury Hotel
Kilimanjaro Wonders / Keys Hotel
Day 1: Moshi – Gate - Mandara Hut
After breakfast we keep trekking through the rainforest and make our way to moorlands. Along the path the incredible view of kibo and mawenzi can be spotted, giant lobelias and groundsels are common here too. After hiking for six/seven hours we will make a stop at horombo hut, where dinner and overnight will be offered
Elevation:8,858ft to 12,205ft Distance Covered: 11km Time to be used: 6-8 hours Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 2: Mandara Hut - Horombo Hut
This is a special day for acclimatization; there will an option of a short hike to mawenzi ridge and back to horombo hut. This is the strategy of climbing high and sleeping low which helps the body to acclimatize well.
Elevation: 12,205ft to 14,400ft Distance: 5 km/3 miles Hiking Time: 2-3 hours Habitat: Heath Mawenzi Ridge to Horombo HutElevation: 14,400ft to 12,205ft Distance: 5 km/3 miles Hiking Time: 1-2 hours Habitat: Heath
Day 3:Horombo Hut (Acclimatization)
After breakfast we traverse through the saddle of Kilimanjaro located between kibo and mawenzi. We trek to kibo hut where an early dinner and overnight will be offered, our hike to summit will start at 02:00am
Elevation: 12,205ft to 15,430ft Distance: 10km Altitude: 3,700 m to 4,700 m Hiking Time: 6 - 8hrs Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Habitat: Alpine Desert
Day 4: Horombo Hut - Kibo Hut
Just like day three, this day’s trek consists of two parts. We will have a very early rise at 2:00am and after having hot tea and snacks we’ll start the strenuous hike to uhuru peak. After hiking on the steep and snowy trail up to Gilman’s point we will head to uhuru peak. Upon arrival, you will be able to take some pictures and after that begin your descent to kibo hut where lunch will be offered, and thereafter head to horombo for dinner and a well-deserved night rest Kibo Hut to Uhuru Peak
Elevation: 15,430ft -19,341ft Distance: 6 km/4 miles Hiking Time: 6-8 hours Habitat: Arctic Uhuru Peak to Horombo HutElevation: 19,341ft - 12,250ft Distance: 16 km/10 miles Hiking Time: 4-5 hours Habitat: Heath Distance: 5 km Hiking Time: 7-8 hours Habitat: Arctic
Day 5: Kibo - Summit Uhuru - Horombo
Today will be our last day on the mountain as we descend through the moorland area to mandara hut, we will keep descending through the thick green forest to marangu gate where we will meet a vehicle which will take you back to your hotel in Moshi.
Elevation: 12,205ft to 6,046ft Distance Covered: 18km down Time to be used: 5 - 7hrs Meals: Breakfast & Lunch Habitat: Rain Forest Elevation: 12,205ft to 6,046ft Distance Covered: 18km down Time to be used: 5 - 7hrs Meals: Breakfast & Lunch Habitat: Rain Forest
Day 6: Horombo Hut - Marangu Gate - Moshi (Descending, 5-7hrs)
After breakfast we traverse through the saddle of Kilimanjaro located between kibo and mawenzi. We trek to kibo hut where an early dinner and overnight will be offered, our hike to summit will start at 02:00am
Elevation: 12,205ft to 15,430ft Distance: 10km Altitude: 3,700 m to 4,700 m Hiking Time: 6 - 8hrs Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Habitat: Alpine Desert
| Duration | 06 days |
| Price | $1400Pp |
| Acclimatization |
- Mandara Hut: 2,700 meters (8,858 feet) - Horombo Hut: 3,720 meters (12,204 feet) - Kibo Hut: 4,703 meters (15,430 feet) |
| Success Rate | 60% - 65% |
| Population | High Traffic |
| Tour Type | Hiking & Challenge, Group/Private |
This is the oldest and one of the most known routes on Kilimanjaro, the route is also known as coca – cola route and it used to experience large crowds before machame overtook it as the more famous route.
marangu route can be tackled in five days but we recommend the six days option. More days on the mountain offers good acclimatization. The 5 days option is only advised to experienced hikers and does not have the same success rate as the 6 days option.
Although the route is famously known as the easy route it is actually not easy because of its direct approach to the mountain which limits the acclimatization factor.
Frequently asked questions about Marangu routeMarangu route offers a direct path to the mountain and does not have climb high and sleep low choice; this may not be good for acclimatization. the overall rate for success is about 50% using the five days marangu route; this being said marangu may not be the best option for first time climbers and we recommend other routes like machame or lemosho which have great acclimatization profile.
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