8-Day Marangu Route Kilimanjaro Climb Package (7 Nights)

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$2,400 / person

8-Day Marangu Route Kilimanjaro Climb Package (7 Nights)

About This 8 Day Marangu Route on Kilimanjaro

In addition, climb Mount Kilimanjaro on this 8 day Marangu route, the classic Coca-Cola route Kilimanjaro trekkers know for its comfort. The Marangu route on Kilimanjaro is the only one with mountain huts instead of tents, so it suits climbers who prefer a bed and a roof each night.

This 8 day Marangu route includes arrival and departure days, plus 6 trekking days and 5 nights on the mountain, with an extra acclimatization day at Horombo. As a result, the Coca-Cola route on Kilimanjaro gives you a better chance of reaching Uhuru Peak. Learn more on our Climbing Kilimanjaro page.

Plan Your Trip

Planning your Marangu route Kilimanjaro climb? Read our guides to the best time to climb Kilimanjaro, the Kilimanjaro gear list and Mount Kilimanjaro height.

Planning Your 8 day Marangu route

Before travelling, review the route, accommodation, included services and daily activities. In addition, prepare the documents and personal essentials recommended for your journey. Meanwhile, your guide can help with timing, transfers and practical arrangements. As a result, you can focus on enjoying the destination and the experiences included in your itinerary.

Sample itineraries

DAY 1

Moshi

Arrival in Tanzania – Transfer to Moshi

Afterwards, arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) where our team will meet you and transfer you to Moshi.

Overnight stay at Weru Weru River Lodge on half-board basis.

Where to stay

Weru weru River Lodge

Moshi

Meals

Lunch & Dinner

DAY 2

Mount Kilimanjaro

Marangu Gate (1,960m) to Mandara Huts (2,780m)

After breakfast, transfer to Marangu Gate for registration before beginning your climb through lush rainforest rich with birdlife and monkeys.

Hiking Time: 4 hours
Distance: Approx. 8 km
Altitude Gain: +820m

Then, dinner and overnight at Mandara Huts.

This first day sets an easy pace for your 8 day Marangu route.

Hiking And Trekking

Where to stay

Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge

Amboseli National Park

Meals

All Meals

DAY 3

Mount Kilimanjaro

Mandara Huts (2,780m) to Horombo Huts (3,780m)

Besides, ascend through moorland with spectacular mountain scenery as vegetation gradually changes with altitude.

Hiking Time: 6 hours
Distance: Approx. 12 km
Altitude Gain: +1,000m

Dinner and overnight at Horombo Huts.

Hiking And Trekking

Where to stay

Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge

Amboseli National Park

Meals

All Meals

DAY 4

Mount Kilimanjaro

Horombo Huts (3,780m) – Acclimatization Day

A full acclimatization day with a short hike toward Mawenzi Ridge or nearby viewpoints around 4,300m before returning to camp.

As a result, this extra day significantly improves summit success rates.

Dinner and overnight at Horombo Huts.

This rest day is what makes the 8 day Marangu route easier than shorter Marangu climbs.

Hiking And Trekking

Where to stay

Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge

Amboseli National Park

Meals

All Meals

DAY 5

Mount Kilimanjaro

Horombo Huts (3,780m) to Kibo Huts (4,700m)

Later, trek across the alpine desert saddle between Mawenzi and Kibo Peaks to reach Kibo Huts, your summit base camp.

Hiking Time: 6 hours
Distance: Approx. 10 km
Altitude Gain: +920m

Dinner and overnight at Kibo Huts.

Hiking And Trekking

Where to stay

Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge

Amboseli National Park

Meals

All Meals

DAY 6

Mount Kilimanjaro

Kibo Huts (4,700m) – Gilman’s Point (5,685m) – Uhuru Peak (5,895m) – Horombo Huts (3,780m)

Meanwhile, begin the summit attempt just after midnight. Climb steep scree slopes to Gilman’s Point, then continue to Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa.

After summit celebrations and sunrise views, descend to Kibo Huts for rest, then continue to Horombo Huts.

Hiking Time: 12–14 hours
Distance: Approx. 22 km total

Dinner and overnight at Horombo Huts.

Summit day is the highlight of the 8 day Marangu route.

Hiking And Trekking

Where to stay

Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge

Amboseli National Park

Meals

All Meals

DAY 7

Mount Kilimanjaro

Horombo Huts (3,780m) to Marangu Gate (1,960m)

After that, descend through moorland and rainforest to Marangu Gate, where successful climbers receive summit certificates.

Transfer back to Moshi for overnight stay at Weru Weru River Lodge.

Hiking Time: 5–7 hours
Distance: Approx. 20 km

Where to stay

Weru weru River Lodge

Moshi

Meals

All Meals

DAY 8

Kilimanjaro International Airport

Departure – Airport Transfer

Finally, transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport in time for your departure flight.

Where to stay

Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge

Amboseli National Park

Meals

Breakfast

Speak to an expert to personalise this tour

Our team of travel specialists are waiting to help you book your dream adventure.

Safari Inclusions & Exclusions

Airport transfers

Hotel accommodation before and after climb

Kilimanjaro park transfers

Park entrance fees

Hut accommodation on the mountain

Rescue fees

Professional guides

Porters and cook

Meals 3 times daily on the mountain

Drinking water

Full mountain support crew

Tips for guides, porters, and cook

Tanzania visa

International flights

Domestic flights

Laundry service

Drinks and beverages

Personal expenses

Personal trekking gear

Travel insurance

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