Distance: 8.3 km; hiking time: 4-5 hours; elevation: 1,830m to 2,700m; habitat: rain forest.
Begin trekking from Marangu Gate to Mandara Hut, passing through lush rainforest and enjoying beautiful views along the way.
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Best 6 days Kilimanjaro climbing tour - Marangu route
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6-day climbing Kilimanjaro tour on Marangu route
This 6 days Kilimanjaro hiking trip on the Marangu route is one of the most popular routes for climbing Mount Kilimanjaro in Tanzania. The Marangu route is also known as the "Coca-Cola" route due to its relative ease and popularity among climbers. Climbing Mount Kilimanjaro via the Marangu Route typically takes around 5 to 6 days in 2024 and 2025. The best 6-day Marangu route has a high success rate compared to a 5-day Marangu route itinerary. However, it's important to note that climbing Mount Kilimanjaro is a challenging endeavor, and adequate preparation is necessary.
Best Marangu route 6 days itinerary on Mount Kilimanjaro
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Day 1: Kilimanjaro's Marangu Gate to Mandara Hut
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Day 2: Mandara Hut to Horombo Hut
Elevation: 2,700m to 3,720m; habitat: Moorland; distance: 11 km; hiking time: 6–8 hours.
From Mandara Hut, trek through heather and moorland to Horombo Hut, where you'll stay overnight. -
Day 3: Acclimatization day at Horombo Hut
Elevation: 2,700m to 3,720m; distance: 11.8 km; hiking time: 6–8 hours; habitat: heath.
Enjoy a day of acclimatization at Horombo Hut by taking a day hike to the nearby Mawenzi Tarn. -
Day 4: Horombo Hut to Kibo Hut
Elevation: 3,720m to 4,703m; distance: 10.8 km; hiking Time: 6–8 hours; habitat: alpine desert.
Trek from Horombo Hut to Kibo Hut, where you'll rest before your final ascent to Uhuru Peak. -
Day 5: Barafu Camp to Summit and descent to Mweka Camp
Elevation: 4,703m to 5,895m and then down to 3,720m; distance: 19.4 km; hiking time: 12-14; habitat: Arctic.
Start early at midnight for the final ascent to Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa, then descend to Horombo Hut for a well-deserved rest. -
Day 6: Horombo Hut to Marangu Gate
Elevation: 3,720m to 1,830m; distance: 19.7 km; hiking time: 5-7 hours; habitat: Rain Forest.
Descend from Horombo Hut to Marangu Gate and receive your certificate of achievement for reaching the summit.
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