Kilimanjaro · North side
5-Day Kilimanjaro Climb via Rongai Route
Up the quiet north side, down via Marangu
5,895 m5 daysFrom $1,350 / person
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Kilimanjaro · Huts
5-Day Kilimanjaro Climb via Marangu Route
The classic “Coca-Cola” route — the only Kilimanjaro route with mountain huts the whole way.
- 5 days
- Summit 5,895 m
- Mountain huts
- From $1,350 per person
Overview
Marangu Route
Marangu is one of the most popular routes to the summit of Kilimanjaro — partly because it can be climbed in five days, and partly because you sleep in mountain huts along the entire route instead of tents.
An extra acclimatisation day can be added at Horombo Hut, which greatly improves your chances of reaching Uhuru Peak.
Day-by-day itinerary
- Day 1Marangu Gate → Mandara Hut
After breakfast at your hotel, drive to Marangu Gate. Complete the climb formalities and registration, then start the climb with your mountain guides, porters and cook up to Mandara Hut for meals and overnight.
- Day 2Mandara Hut → Horombo Hut
After breakfast, continue the climb up to Horombo Hut for meals and overnight.
- Day 3Horombo Hut → Kibo Hut
After breakfast, climb up to Kibo Hut. Have a meal and rest — the summit attempt begins just after midnight.
- Day 4Summit: Uhuru Peak → Horombo Hut
Leave at around 1:00 am for the final climb, reaching Uhuru Peak at around 6:30 am. After photos, descend to Kibo Hut for breakfast, then continue down to Horombo Hut for meals and overnight.
- Day 5Horombo Hut → Marangu Gate → Arusha
After breakfast, descend to Marangu Gate, where you receive your summit certificate for reaching Uhuru Peak — the highest point in Africa. Your driver takes you back to Arusha.
What’s included
Usually included
- Park and climbing fees
- Professional mountain guide, porters and cook
- Hut accommodation on the mountain
- Meals on the mountain
- Transfers between Arusha and the gate
- Summit certificate
Not included
- Flights and visas
- Travel insurance
- Tips for guides, porters and cook
- Personal climbing gear
- Hotel nights before and after the climb
Your quote lists exactly what’s included before you book.
Good to know
How fit do I need to be?
No technical skills are needed, but good fitness helps. Regular hiking or cardio training in the months before your trip makes a real difference.
When is the best time?
January to early March and June to October. We avoid April and November, the main rainy seasons.
Can I add a safari?
Yes — a climb combines perfectly with a safari before or after, or a few days on Zanzibar.
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