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The Marangu Route, also known as the “Coca-Cola Route,” is the oldest and most established trail for the 6 Days Kilimanjaro Climb. It’s the only route that provides hut accommodation instead of camping, offering dormitory-style sleeping huts at Mandara, Horombo, and Kibo. Each hut has bunk beds with mattresses and pillows, communal dining halls, and simple washrooms from flushing toilets at lower camps to bucket facilities higher up. The gradual slope and direct ascent make Marangu one of the easiest routes, though the shorter itinerary gives less time for altitude acclimatization. Approaching Kilimanjaro from the southeast, this route is popular and often busy, providing a comfortable yet less scenic climb since both ascent and descent follow the same path.
We depart Moshi for Marangu Gate for the necessary formalities before beginning our trek. The hiking trail begins by ascending a beautiful, tropical rain forest. At the upper edge of the forest line, we have the opportunity to see blue monkeys. The trail then widens to expose beautiful hillsides until we reach
Hiking Time: 4-5 hours
Elevation: 6,046 ft to 8,858 ft
Distance: 8 km | 5 miles
Habitat: Rain Forest
We start the day continuing through the forest until the trail opens into high moorland. We may get our first views of Kibo and Mawenzi peaks – two of the three volcanic peaks that make up the summit of kilimanjaro
Hiking Time: 6-8 hours
Elevation: 8,858 ft to 12,205 ft
Distance: 12 km | 7 miles
Habitat: Heath
Meals included: Full board
This is an extra day designed for acclimatization, giving you time to adjust to the high altitude while enjoying a rewarding hike along the Mawenzi Ridge. The rugged trail winds past sharp, rocky spires and open scree slopes, offering inspiring panoramic views of both Kibo’s snow-capped summit and the dramatic, jagged peaks of Mawenzi. The landscape feels almost otherworldly, with volcanic rocks, deep valleys, and occasional patches of hardy alpine vegetation. Descend back to Horombo Hut.
Hiking Time: 2–3 hours (up) to 1–2 hours (down)
Elevation: 12,205ft -14,400ft -12,205 ft
Distance: 5 km
Habitat: Heath
Meals included: Full board
We climb gradually, then cross the lunar desert of the “Saddle” between Mawenzi and Kibo. Our camp for the night, Kibo Hut, lies at the foot of Kibo’s immense crater wall. Here, we rest and recover, savoring a warm early dinner while the sun dips behind the peaks. The stillness of the high-altitude evening and the dramatic surroundings set the stage for the challenging summit attempt ahead, making every moment at Kibo Hut.
Hiking Time: 6-8 hours
Elevation: 12,205 ft to 15,430
Distance: 10 km | 6 miles
Habitat: Alpine Desert
Meals included: Full board
Very early in the morning (around midnight), we begin our push to the summit. This is the most mentally and physically challenging portion of the trek. The wind and cold at this elevation and time of day can be extreme. We ascend in the darkness for several hours while taking frequent, but short, breaks. At Gilman’s point (18,600 ft), you will be rewarded with the most magnificent sunrise you are ever likely to see coming over Mawenzi Peak. Finally, we arrive at Uhuru Peak- the highest point on Mount Kilimanjaro and the continent of Africa. After spending a few moments taking in the plains of Africa and your accomplishment, we descend to Horombo Hut. Later in the evening, we enjoy our last dinner on the mountain and a well-earned sleep.
Hiking Time: 6–8 hours
Elevation: 15,430 ft to 19,341 ft
Distance: 6 km (4 miles)
Habitat: Arctic
Meals included: Full board
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After breakfast, you descend through moorland and rainforest to Marangu Gate. At the gate, you sign out of the park and receive your summit certificates before transferring back to your hotel.
Hiking Time: 5–7 hours
Habitant: Rain Forest
Distance: 20 km | 12 miles
Meals included: Breakfast & Lunch
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