5 Day Kilimanjaro Climb Marangu Route
Kilimanjaro National Park, Tanzania
Activity
Official tickets via GetYourGuide
Follow the classic Marangu Route the oldest and most established path to Mount Kilimanjaro’s summit, offering comfort, history, and scenic beauty along the way.
Highlights
- High summit success rate
- Classic Adventure! Hiking & Camping
- More quiet route for the most adventurous experience
- The descending follows the Marangu gate
Description
The Marangu Route, offered by Kilimanjaro Winners and Safaris, follows the oldest and most established trail on Mount Kilimanjaro. Known as the “Coca-Cola Route”, it is famed for its comfort, history, and scenic charm. Unlike other routes, Marangu provides permanent huts with dormitory-style accommodation, dining halls, and basic washrooms from flushing toilets and running water at lower huts to long-drop toilets near the summit. Its well-maintained path and gradual slopes make it one of the easiest and most popular routes to Uhuru Peak, ideal even during the rainy season thanks to its sheltered huts. Both the ascent and descent use the same trail, and climbers from the Rongai Route also descend via Marangu.Includes
1: Airport pickup transport. 2: 1-night accommodation in the hotel; night includes BB, bed & breakfast. 3: Three meals per days and drinking water while on the mountain (Breakfast, lunch, and dinner) 4: Fair Salary for the Porters, Cook, and Guide. 5: High Quality 4-inch sleeping mattress 6: Pulse oximeter to check your oxygen and heart rate. 7: personal summit certificate stamped and signed by the national park and your guide. 8: Hotel pickup and drop-off to and from Kilimanjaro Gate.Excludes
1. Personal items and toiletries 2. Personal trekking equipment such as sleeping bags, hiking boots, clothes, etc (available for renting) 3. Tips for guides, porters and cook 4. International airfares and departure taxes 5. All items of a personal nature, such as telephone call, fax, emails, etc. 6. Visa and international flight ticket fees. 7: Hut Fees: $283.40 8: All the park fees with 18% VAT: $418.90 9: Rescue fee: $23Important Information
- Before taking on the Marangu Route, here are key things to keep in mind for a smooth and successful climb: Altitude Acclimatization: Altitude sickness can affect anyone. Choosing the 6-day itinerary increases your chances of proper acclimatization and a successful summit. Accommodation on Marangu is the only route with permanent mountain huts, offering dormitory beds, dining halls, and basic washrooms great for those who prefer not to camp. Weather & Best Time to Climb This route is suitable year-round but is especially ideal during the rainy season since huts provide shelter from wet conditions. Gear & Packing Bring warm, layered clothing, waterproof gear, and comfortable hiking boots. We provide a detailed packing list to ensure you’re fully prepared. Hydration & Diet Drink plenty of water, avoid alcohol, and eat the nutritious meals prepared by our team to maintain energy levels. The park fee, hut fee, and the 18 percent VAT are not included. So it has to be paid on arrival in cash.