Overview
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.
DAY 1:
Arrive Kilimanjaro airport, pick up and transfer to Springlands hotel or similar hotel in Moshi for overnight. Bed and Breakfast
DAY 2:
After breakfast, picked from Springlands hotel and drive to Marangu gate then hike to Mandara hut.
DAY 3:
Mandara Huts (2,740 m/9,000 ft) to Horombo Huts (3,690 m/12,100 ft)11 km, 6-8 hours Heath land
DAY 4:
Horombo Huts(3,690 m/12,100 ft)to Kibo Huts (4,695 m/15,400 ft)10 km, 6-8 hours Alpine Desert
DAY 5:
Summit Day!Kibo Huts4,695 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 down10-15 hours Alpine Desert
DAY 6:
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
DAY 7:
Transfer to the airport for your departure flight