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5-Day climbing Via Marangu Route

Marangu or “Coca-Cola” route is the most popular route on Kilimanjaro today. It is the only route where overnight stays are in huts. This makes Marangu a good option for hiking during the rainy season.

The route takes its start at the south-east of Mt Kilimanjaro. The entrance to the route, Marangu Gate, is quite close to our climbing base at Aishi Machame Hotel. The ride there takes about 1.5 hours.

This route features a well-trodden trail running through all the climate zones - from tropical rainforest to eternal ice, and will also will treat you to scenic African landscapes.

Being the most popular and the least expensive, the route may be crowded in July-September and December - March.

A 6-day option is strongly recommended over the 5-day one for better acclimatization.

Tour Features

Budget Tour

This budget tour uses mountain huts and hotels.

Shared tour

On this shared tour, you will join a group of other travelers. Max 12 people per group.

Can be customized

You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour.

Suitable for single travelers

Single travelers can join this group tour.

Can start any day

If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.

Minimum age of 10 years

The minimum age for this tour is 10 years.

Activities & Transportation

Getting around: minivan & hiking/walking

A transfer from and back to the airport is included

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