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Mount Kilimanjaro Trek: 5-Day Marangu Route Adventure
4.8
9 Ratings
Moshi Urban
Embark on a 5-day adventure trekking Mt Kilimanjaro via the Marangu Route, known as the ‘Coca-Cola’ route. Enjoy dormitory-style accommodations in sleeping huts and experience the gradual slope and direct path of this well-established route.
Duration:
5 days
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
Moshi (1400 m) – Marangu gate (1,980 m) – Mandara Hut (2700 m)
Mandara Huts - Elevation: 1,870m (6,135ft) to 2,720m (8,923ft)
Distance: 8 km (5 miles)
Hiking Time: 3-4 hours
After breakfast, you’ll drive to the Marangu Gate, where you’ll register for your climb. Begin your trek through the dense rainforest, where you might spot wildlife such as Colobus monkeys. You’ll arrive at Mandara Hut for your first overnight stay on the mountain.
Mandara Hut (2700 m) – Horombo Hut (3,720 m)
Horombo Hut (3,720 m) – Kibo Hut (4,700 m)
Summit attempt: Kibo Hut (4,700 m) – Uhuru Peak 5,895 m & back to Horombo Hut (3,720 m)
Horombo Hut (3,720 m) – Marangu gate at 1,980 m – drive to Moshi
Moshi Urban - Elevation: 3,720m (12,205ft) to 1,870m (6,135ft) to 890m (2,920ft)
Distance: 20 km (12.4 miles)
Hiking Time: 6-7 hours
Enjoy a leisurely descent through the moorlands and rainforest, passing Mandara Hut on the way down to Marangu Gate. Here, you’ll receive your summit certificates before being driven back to Moshi for a celebratory evening.
What's Included
- Fresh Water for drinking & Hot water for a wash daily
- Emergency oxygen (for use in emergencies only – not as summit aid) + Basic first aid kit
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Breakfast
- Qualified mountain guide, assistant guides, porters and cook Plus their Wages
- All fees and/or taxes
- Transfer to and from Kilimanjaro International Airport
What's Not Included
- Visas, and Flight Expenses
- Health & Travel Insurances (Yellow Fever Vaccination is compulsory if traveling to Tanzania & Kenya)
- Gratuities
- Personal trekking gears (You may opt to rent some of the gears from equipment stores in Tanzania)
- Optional but highly recommended Portable toilet
- Personal medicine and water purifying tablets + Meals, Snacks & drinks not specified
Additional Information
Embark on an unforgettable journey up the legendary Mount Kilimanjaro via the 5-day Marangu Route, also known as the “Coca-Cola” route. This classic trek is the most popular and well-established path to the summit, offering comfortable hut accommodations and stunning panoramic views. As you ascend through lush rainforests, alpine meadows, and the unique lunar landscape near the summit, you’ll experience one of the most scenic and direct routes to the Roof of Africa. Whether you’re a seasoned climber or a first-time adventurer, the Marangu Route provides a rewarding and exhilarating trek to the top of Kilimanjaro.
Location
Moshi Urban
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.8
(9 Ratings)
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Chriskg5417ji
Jun 25, 2023
A Great Company with Better People - I climbed Kilimanjaro with two friends through Pinnacle, and the trip was everything I could have ever asked for. Frazier, JT, and Jonas were some of the nicest and most accommodating people on our trip, but all the porters were also very helpful throughout our climb. Reaching the summit was such an amazing accomplishment, and I will forever remember the stories of the people I met on the trip.
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Diegok529
Oct 23, 2022
Best time of my life! - I did the 5-day amaranth route with 2 other friends. I had the pleasure of interacting with Frazier, as well as my two tour guides J.T. and Jonas (and many superb porters. I could not recommend a better experience!!
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B6424ykphillipk
Jun 11, 2022
Don't hesitate, Book with Pinnacle! - I can’t recommend Pinnacle strongly enough, from the administrative team (Frazier, Jasmine, Kevin) to the Guides, Chef and Porters in Kili, they looked after me every step of the way.
I must give a massive shout out to Yassin my guide- he was always in high spirits whilst making sure my safety and acclimatisation was paramount.
The meals that they provide are great, Accommodation before Kili and after was good enough.
Book with Pinnacle and you won’t be disappointed.
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Priyannachetur
Mar 4, 2022
Summit with Pinnacle Adventures - Pinnacle were very well organised, with excellent quality equipment, and great food even on the mountain. The guides were very knowledgable and motivated us throughout. The trip went without a hitch and we were able to successfully summit. We highly recommend them.
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Hansen819
Feb 27, 2022
True Customer Care and Professional Guides. - I booked a 4 weeks tour with Pinnacle including Kilimanjaro + Mount Meru climbing, Safaris and Zanzibar trip.
Despite high constraints on my travel dates, Frazier managed to organize my trip as per my wishes and within a short delay. I had sent a request for quotes to more than 3 companies located either in US or Tanzania (Arusha and Moshi). Pinnacle Adventures and Safaris was the most competitive one in terms of offer and prices. The communications by email and WhatsApp were sufficient to plan everything and questions were answered quickly.
From airport arrival in Tanzania to my return in US, all the schedule has been respected, no issue with the transfers. The employees and their Directors were available to fix all the issues. For instance, they provided me with a warmer sleeping bag (required for Kilimanjaro climbing) and an electric plug adapter, all this for free.
The safaris went fine, we saw all the big animals and the guide was friendly. Food was provided in sufficient quantities and quality was fine.
Zanzibar was relaxing, Snorkeling in the Indian ocean, Spice tour, Local food center.
WORTH IT !
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Josephlx7093ph
Jul 19, 2021
Really Professional - My cousin and I booked for Mount Kilimanjaro 5 days marangu route with pinnacle. Everything was superb and with high quality. Our mountain team led by Chris was phenomenon
Meals on the mountain was really delicious; i highly recommend this amazing team for Kilimanjaro treks
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Thomazjensen
Jul 5, 2020
Loved being on top of Africa with Pinnacle Adventures and Safaris Ltd. - My fiancé and I did the 5 day Marangu Route with Pinnacle Adventures & Safaris and we had an amazing time! I, my fiancee and Our entire group of 4 people made it to the summit, thanks to the incredible help from the entire Pinnacle team. Babu, John and Isihaka were fantastic guides who answered all of our questions and did everything they could to ensure our success. Not to mention the rest of the crew who made sure we were extremely well fed, comfortable, and happy!
Our lead guide, Babu, planned the timing of our summit night perfectly and we witnessed the most beautiful sunrise just as we reached Uhuru Peak. Yes, summit night is very difficult and exhausting, but it was genuinely one of the best experiences of my life.
I would highly recommend doing the Mt. Kilimanjaro in Tanzania, as it has a great and fantastic scenery. There's a good reason why it's so popular! If you're looking for a tour provider for your own Kili climb, definitely put Pinnacle on your shortlist. I couldn't imagine how the service and experience could be any better than what we had from our crew.
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Q5477lnclaral
Jun 22, 2022
Kilimanjaro Conquered with Pinnacle Team - I had the a very good experience in Tanzania!! Pinnacle Adventures provided us with a fantastic guide! Julius was knowledgeable, reassuring, patient and a good laugh!!
The porters were so efficient,the cook was excellent we ate delicious meals! All the crew members were so very friendly. There was not any part of the trip that was not catered to. I highly recommend Pinnacle Adventures to anyone wanting a fantastic experience trekking.
Thank you to Frazier and everyone else at Pinnacle!! Keep up the good work :-)
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Carletonwillems
May 21, 2020
A Memorable Experience - This was my second time in Tanzania, unlike my first visit, this time I was accompanied by three family members and a colleague...all I have to say is "this was by far the best experience". We developed a great relationship/friendship with the guys at Pinnacle Adventures; always looking out for us, looking forward to seeing them again.
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