{"id":1083,"date":"2025-08-03T07:13:22","date_gmt":"2025-08-03T07:13:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/webscreationsdesign.co.uk\/pallytours\/?page_id=1083"},"modified":"2025-10-03T10:21:31","modified_gmt":"2025-10-03T10:21:31","slug":"5-days-mt-kilimanjaro-climbing-via-marangu-route","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/webscreationsdesign.co.uk\/pallytours\/5-days-mt-kilimanjaro-climbing-via-marangu-route\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Days Mt Kilimanjaro Climbing Via Marangu Route"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Overview<\/h2>\n

Marangu route sometimes called the Coca-Cola Route because it is relatively easy. It is referred to as the tourist route due to the services available on the way to the summit. Unlike other routes, it is relatively easy, has low success rate because many unfit people attempt Kili trek via this route and fail, it is a popular route and accommodation is in huts. Many trekkers prefer it. It is also beautiful, the easiest and shortest route. Ascent and descent are done on the same path[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””]<\/p>\n

Itinerary<\/h2>\n

[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_tta_accordion][vc_tta_section title=”Day 1: After breakfast, picked from Springlands hotel and drive to Marangu gate then hike to Mandara hut.” tab_id=”1750782894597-f5e3978e-f24d0412-3c7b2490-2680262e-f70eb4ab-34ee”][vc_column_text css=””]Pick up from your Nairobi hotel\/ residence and drive at 7am to Nanyuki town for lunch, taking about 4 hours. Proceed to Sirimon Gate, 1 hr, 2440m. From the gate follow the track as it winds uphill though the forest which becomes heath land after about 3 hrs. About 3\u00bd hours from the gate the track veers right to Judmier Camp, 3300m for dinner and overnight. L D<\/p>\n

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After breakfast, follow the track uphill, forking left at the junction. After one hour from Old Moses Camp, the track crosses Ontulili River. Go right contouring through the Moorland and crossing Liki North and continue uphill to Mackinders Valley from where there are panoramic views up the valley towards the main peak Dinner and overnight at Shipton Camp, 4200m, B,L,D<\/p>\n

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[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Day 3: Horombo Huts (3,690 m\/12,100 ft) to Kibo Huts (4,695 m\/15,400 ft) 10 km, 6-8 hours Alpine Desert.” tab_id=”1751949935639-2893d8b7-759b262e-f70eb4ab-34ee”][vc_column_text css=””]You will have breakfast, then you will then continue to trek at a slow pace through the heathland, which quickly turns into an almost lunar-like landscape as you enter the saddle between Mawenzi and Kibo. During this hike, you may start to experience some symptoms of altitude sickness. Pay attention to your body and keep your guide informed. From here you will start to get fantastic views of Mount Kilimanjaro\u2019s summit before arriving at Kibo Hut \u2013 a dry-stone-walled hut with dormitories and limited facilities. Rest for the evening at Kibo Huts and prepare for your final ascent to the Mount Kilimanjaro summit!<\/p>\n

[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Day 3: Horombo Huts (3,690 m\/12,100 ft) to Kibo Huts (4,695 m\/15,400 ft) 10 km, 6-8 hours Alpine Desert.” tab_id=”1754204781327-bf2ec534-ef7b”][vc_column_text css=””]You will have breakfast, then you will then continue to trek at a slow pace through the heathland, which quickly turns into an almost lunar-like landscape as you enter the saddle between Mawenzi and Kibo. During this hike, you may start to experience some symptoms of altitude sickness. Pay attention to your body and keep your guide informed. From here you will start to get fantastic views of Mount Kilimanjaro\u2019s summit before arriving at Kibo Hut \u2013 a dry-stone-walled hut with dormitories and limited facilities. Rest for the evening at Kibo Huts and prepare for your final ascent to the Mount Kilimanjaro summit!<\/p>\n

[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Day 4: Summit Day! Kibo Huts 4,695 m\/15,400 ft) to Uhuru Peak (5,895 m\/19,340 ft) to Horombo Huts (3,690 m\/12,100 ft) 4 km up, 14 km down 10-15 hours Alpine Desert” tab_id=”1754204792682-64591274-e024″][vc_column_text css=””]This is where the going gets really tough! Just before midnight, you will venture into the night and begin your final ascent to the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro \u201cUhuru Peak\u201d. Head northwest through the heavy stone scree following multiple switchbacks between Ratzel and Rebmann glaciers until you reach Stella Point (5,685m).This section is probably the most challenging part of the route to Uhuru Peak, and will require great physical and mental effort. Continue to move slowly, always listening to your guide. After a short rest at Stella Point, you will hike along the crater rim for another hour before reaching your ultimate goal \u2013 Uhuru Peak! Congratulations! You have now made it to the \u201cRoof of Africa\u201d the top of Mount Kilimanjaro. Weather conditions on the summit will determine how long you will be able to spend there, but it is important to start your descent within good time to ensure you get enough rest back at Barafu Camp. After your rest, you\u2019ll gather the rest of your belongings and descend Mount Kilimanjaro to Mweka Hut (3,100m) where you\u2019ll enjoy dinner and a well-earned sleep!<\/p>\n

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[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Day 5: Horombo Huts (3,690 m\/12,100 ft) to Marangu Gate (1,830 m\/6,000 ft) to Moshi (890 m\/2,920 ft) 18 km, 5-7 hours: at Springlands hotel for overnight; bed and breakfast.” tab_id=”1754204822996-7598afb4-876d”][vc_column_text css=””]After eating breakfast, you will begin the easiest part of your adventure on Mount Kilimanjaro viaa scenic path through the forest to Marangu Gate. Successful hikers who made it to Stella Point and Uhuru Peak will be awarded their certificates at the gate. Then it\u2019s time to drive back to your hotel to enjoy a shower, dinner and celebrations with a Kilimanjaro beer!<\/p>\n

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  • Guarantee price\/guarantee trek on confirmation<\/li>\n
  • Transfer to and from the base of the mountain<\/li>\n
  • Full board accommodation whilst on the trek. Meal plan as detailed: B=Breakfast, L=Lunch and D=Dinner<\/li>\n
  • Accommodations in camps\/huts as per the itinerary<\/li>\n
  • All park entrance fees to include government taxes<\/li>\n
  • Service of an English-speaking professional guide, and skilled cook<\/li>\n
  • Start and finish<\/li>\n
  • water<\/li>\n
  • On completion,<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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    Excludes<\/span><\/h2>\n
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    • \u00a0Laundry, sleeping bags, beverages\/Drinks, accommodation before the trek and climbing gears<\/li>\n
    • International flights<\/li>\n
    • Visas to Kenya<\/li>\n
    • Items of personal nature<\/li>\n
    • Any other extras not detailed in the above itinerary<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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