6 Days Marangu Route Kilimanjaro Climb
The 6 Days Marangu Route is the oldest and most established path to the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro. It is the only route that offers hut accommodations, making it ideal for climbers seeking a more comfortable trekking experience. This southeastern approach to the mountain begins at the Marangu Gate, where the Kilimanjaro National Park headquarters are also located.
Often considered the easiest route due to its gradual slope and developed infrastructure, the Marangu Route provides overnight stays in shared mountain huts instead of tents. These huts are equipped with bunk beds, mattresses, and pillows, but climbers are still required to bring a warm sleeping bag for added comfort.
Each hut station includes communal dining halls and basic washroom facilities, allowing trekkers to rest and refresh after each hiking day.
✅Comfortable Hut Accommodation – Unlike other routes where climbers sleep in tents, Marangu offers dormitory-style mountain huts with beds, mattresses, and solar lighting, making it more comfortable, especially for beginners.
✅Shorter Duration – It is the only route that can be completed in 5 or 6 days, making it ideal for trekkers with limited time.
✅Most Affordable Option – Because of its shorter itinerary and use of huts (no need for camping gear and porters to carry tents), Marangu is generally less expensive compared to other Kilimanjaro routes.
✅Gentle Gradient – The trail has a relatively gradual slope, making it physically less demanding, especially in the first days, and suitable for trekkers who prefer a steady climb.
✅Classic & Historic Route – Known as the “Coca-Cola Route”, it is the oldest and most established path up Kilimanjaro, with rich history and tradition.
✅Direct Ascent and Descent – Marangu is the only route where both ascent and descent follow the same trail, which provides familiarity but also makes it busier.
✅Accessibility – The starting point, Marangu Gate, is closer to Moshi town, making it one of the easiest routes logistically.
| Number of Clients | Price Per Person |
|---|---|
| 1 Pax | $ 1,900 |
| 2 Pax | $ 1750 |
| 3 Pax | $ 1,730 |
| 4 Pax | $ 1,700 |
| 5 Pax | $ 1,660 |
| 6 Pax | $ 1,640 |
| 7 Pax | $1,600 |
| 8 Pax | $ 1,580 |
| 9 Pax | $1,540 |
| 10 Pax | $1,520 |
Tour Plan
Day 1: Moshi to Marangu Gate to Mandara Hut
- Time & Distance: 3 to 4hrs a hiking of 8km distance
- Elevation: 1860m/6100ft to 2700m/8875ft
Day 2: Mandara Hut to Horombo hut
- Elevation: 2700m/8875ft to 3700m/12,200ft
- Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 3: Acclimatization Day while staying at Horombo hut
- Time & Distance: 4hrs a hiking of 5km distance
- Elevation: Zebra Rocks 4020m/Horombo Hut 3700m
Day 4: Horombo Hut to Kibo Hut
- Time & Distance: 5 to 7hrs a hiking of 9.5km distance
- Elevation: 3700m/12,200ft to 4700m/15,500ft
Day 5: Summit and descend down to Kibo then to Horombo
- Time & Distance: 6 to 8hrs Ascending up distance of 6km and 15km descending to Horombo
- Elevation: 4700m/15,500ft to 5895m/19,340ft Down to 3700m/12,200ft
Day 6: Horombo to Marangu gate and back to Moshi
- Time & Distance: 4 to 5hrs descending of 20km distance
- Elevation: 3700m/12,200ft to 1700m/5500ft
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