Marangu Route – 6 Days

Marangu Route – 6 Days

6 Days 65% Success Rate Moderate

Route Overview

The 'Coca-Cola Route' is the only route offering hut accommodation. It is considered the easiest path, but has a lower success rate due to rapid ascent.

Highlights

  • Sleep in comfortable A-frame huts
  • Gentler slopes
  • Shorter duration

Daily Itinerary & Elevation

1

Marangu Gate to Mandara Hut

Elevation: 1,860m to 2,720m

Hike through the rainforest to Mandara Hut.

Accommodation: Mandara Hut

2

Mandara Hut to Horombo Hut

Elevation: 2,720m to 3,720m

Trek through alpine meadows with views of Mawenzi and Kibo peaks.

Accommodation: Horombo Hut

3

Acclimatization Day at Horombo Hut

Elevation: 3,720m to 3,959m to 3,720m

A short hike to Zebra Rocks (3,959m) to help your body adjust.

Accommodation: Horombo Hut

4

Horombo Hut to Kibo Hut

Elevation: 3,720m to 4,700m

Cross the alpine desert 'Saddle' to reach Kibo Hut.

Accommodation: Kibo Hut

5

Summit Day: Kibo Hut to Uhuru Peak to Horombo Hut

Elevation: 4,700m to 5,895m to 3,720m

Start at midnight for the summit. Reach Uhuru Peak (5,895m).

Accommodation: Horombo Hut

6

Horombo Hut to Marangu Gate

Elevation: 3,720m to 1,860m

Descend through the rainforest to Marangu Gate.

Accommodation: Hotel in Moshi

What's Included

  • Park fees
  • Hut accommodation
  • Mountain guides & porters
  • All meals

What's Excluded

  • Tips for crew
  • Personal gear
  • Travel insurance