This route also known as the "Coca-Cola" route is the oldest and most well-known route on Kilimanjaro hiking trips Adventure along the Marangu route with Africa Natural Luxury Safari will get you to the top safely and this is the only path which offers overnight sleeping huts in the style of dormitory accommodations instead of camping equal to machame,umbwe, rongai and lemosho route. There are almost total of 60 bunk beds each at Mandara and Kibo huts, and 120 bunk beds at Horombo Hut on Marangu route. Tourists who choose to hike Mount Kilimanjaro through Marangu route are supplied with pillows and mattresses but sleeping bags are still essential for the hiker(s). The huts have collective dining halls and basic washrooms, ranging from flushing toilets and running water at the lower huts to long drop toilets and buckets of water at Kibo Hut Many prefer to hike Marangu route because it is considered to be a plain sail path on the mountain, given its gradual slope and [almost] direct path. However the short time frame of the route makes altitude acclimatization fairly and challenge. Marangu route approaches Mount Kilimanjaro from the South-East direction. Marangu covers forests, moorlands and high altitude desert will motivate hiker(s) and interest the team to hike along Marangu. Marangu route unfortunately has less beautiful natural scenery than the other routes because the ascent and descent hiking trips are along the same path. Marangu hiking route is also the most crowded route for the same explanation also Marangu route hiking minimum days is five days though you can climb for more than five days hiking through Marangu route is so interesting and beautiful for adventure.

The World's Best 5-Day Kilimanjaro Climb refers to an incredible trekking adventure that takes you to the summit of MountKilimanjaro , Africa’s highest peak at 5,895 meters (19,341 feet), via the Marangu Route. This route is considered one of the best due to its relatively easier access, comfortable hut accommodations, and scenic path through diverse ecosystems, including lush rainforests and alpine deserts. Over five days, climbers gradually acclimatize to the altitude, ensuring a safe and exciting ascent. The final stretch involves an early morning summit trek to Uhuru Peak, where climbers are rewarded with panoramic views of the surrounding landscapes. The 5-Day Kilimanjaro Climb is ideal for those seeking an accessible yet challenging adventure to experience the beauty and grandeur of the world’s tallest freestanding mountain.

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Day 1 :Kilimanjaro National Park Gate to Mandara Hut

 • Rising: 5,500ft / 1,700 m to 9,000 ft / 2,740 m

 • Stretch: 7 km

 • Hike time: 4-5 hours

 • Climatic habitat: Montane Forest

 • Meals: L, D

 • Shelter: Mandara Hut

After having breakfast and consultation, a driver from Africa Natural Luxury Safari will drive you to the Kilimanjaro National Park Gate, the drive will take about 45 minutes, hiker(s) will be required to register and begin the hiking. Hiker(s) will walk through the rainforest to the Mandara hut area. A side trip to Maundi Crater is an excellent means to see the surroundings including Northern Tanzania and Kenya in the rainforest its look for rising Eucalyptus trees, Colobus Monkeys and bird life which is attractive and beautiful.

Day 2:Mandara Hut to Horombo Hut

 • Rising: 9,000ft. / 2,700 m to 12,100 ft. / 3,700

 • Stretch: 11 km

 • Hike time: 6-8 hours

 • Climatic habitat: Heathland/ Moorland

 • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

 • Shelter: Horombo Hut

Hiker(s) will leave the openings of the rainforest and follow an as • Rising: 5,500ft / 1,700 m to 9,000 ft / 2,740 m

 • Stretch: 7 km

 • Hike time: 4-5 hours

 • Climatic habitat: Montane Forest

 • Meals: L, D

 • Shelter: Mandara Hut

After having breakfast and consultation, a driver from Africa Natural Luxury Safari will drive you to the Kilimanjaro National Park Gate, the drive will take acending path on the open hills to the Horombo camping area. Visibility of the summit of Kibo and Mawenzi are awesome Look for groundsels and giant lobelias Hiker(s) may arise to feel the effects of the gaining of altitude.

Day 3 :Horombo Hut to Kibo Hut

 • Rising: 12,100ft / 3,700 m to 15,400 ft / 4,700 m

 • Stretch: 10 km

 • Hike time: 6-8 hours

 • Climatic habitat: Alpine Desert

 • Meals: B, L, D

 • Shelter: Kibo Hut

Climbing up on Marangu route we now pass the last watering point by walking into the saddle of Kilimanjaro between the peaks of Kibo and Mawenzi. Vegetation a rises with upper heathland but then disappears into “moonscape”. Hiker(s) eat, relaxation, and prepare for summit climb. <

Day 4:Kibo Hut to Summit then Horombo Hut

 • Rising: 15,400ft. / 4,700 m to 19,300 ft / 5,895 m 19,300 ft / 5,895 m to 12,100 ft / 3,700 m

 • Stretch: 4 km up / 14 km down

 • Hike time: 10-15 hours

 • Meals: B, L, D

 • Shelter: Horombo hut

Very early in the morning (from midnight to 2am) hiker(s) commence the hiking to the summit on steep and snow up to Gilman’s point located on the crater flange. Continuing on, we now hike and ascend to Uhuru Peak which is the highest point in Africa. There are awesome and unbelievable views at every turn Hikers will have their picture taken at the summit to show their friends and family. From here we descend and stopping for lunch and a rest at Kibo before continuing on to the Horombo camping ground. The starting of this climb to the summit is done in the dark and involves headlamps or flashlights. It will be very cold until you start descending so you will need all of your warm layers and jackets. This is by far the most difficult part of the trek with many switchbacks. Hike(s) are best informed going slowly “pole pole” and an optimistic attitude will get you at the top of Mount Kilimanjaro, the highest point in Africa.

Day 5:Horombo Hut to Marangu Gate

 • Descend (ft): 12,205 ft to 6,046 ft

 • Stretch: 20 km

 • Hiking time: 5-7 hours

 • Climatic habitat: Rain Forest

A long trek there is store for today, however it is mostly downhill Once at the park head quarters at Marangu Gate hiker(s) pick up our certificate that shows our success and the driver from Africa natural Luxury Tours and will pick you up to the hotel.