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5-Day Marangu Route Kilimanjaro Climb

Kilimanjaro's classic hut route – the only trail with dormitory beds all the way up. Five days from Marangu Gate to Uhuru Peak via Horombo…

From $1,250 · 5 Days / 4 Nights

5-Day Marangu Route Kilimanjaro Climb

Kilimanjaro's classic hut route – the only trail with dormitory beds all the way up. Five days from Marangu Gate to Uhuru Peak via Horombo and Kibo.

Only hut-based Kilimanjaro routeGillman's Point & Uhuru PeakMost affordable summit optionA-frame dormitory accommodation

The Marangu Route – known as the Coca-Cola Route – is Kilimanjaro's most historic trail and the only path with A-frame mountain huts throughout. No tents; sleep in bunk beds from Mandara through Horombo to Kibo Hut before summit night.

Five days suits experienced high-altitude trekkers with limited holiday time. Ascend through rainforest, moorland and alpine desert; summit via Gillman's Point to Uhuru Peak at 5,895 m, then descend to Marangu Gate for your certificate. Wild Gaze includes all hut fees, meals, guiding and park permits.

Day 1
Marangu Gate → Mandara Hut (2,700 m)

Rainforest trek with optional Maundi Crater side trip. Overnight Mandara Hut.

Day 2
Mandara → Horombo Hut (3,720 m)

Heather and moorland climb with Kibo and Mawenzi views. Overnight Horombo.

Day 3
Horombo → Kibo Hut (4,700 m)

Alpine desert crossing to Kibo. Early dinner and rest before midnight summit.

Day 4
Summit → Horombo

Midnight push via Gillman's Point to Uhuru Peak (5,895 m). Descend to Horombo Hut.

Day 5
Horombo → Marangu Gate

Final descent through forest. Summit certificate and hotel transfer.

Starts Marangu Gate, 30 min from Moshi. Wild Gaze arranges JRO airport transfers and pre-climb hotel nights.

  • All hut accommodation & meals
  • Kilimanjaro park & rescue fees
  • Lead & assistant guides
  • Pre-climb briefing & transfers
  • Summit certificate