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    • This 6 days Kilimanjaro hiking trip on the Marangu route is one of the most popular routes on Mount Kilimanjaro to summit at 5,895 meters.

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6-day Marangu route Kilimanjaro climbing tour
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6-day climbing Kilimanjaro tour on Marangu route

This 6 days Kilimanjaro hiking trip on the Marangu route is one of the most popular routes for climbing Mount Kilimanjaro in Tanzania. The Marangu route is also known as the "Coca-Cola" route due to its relative ease and popularity among climbers. Climbing Mount Kilimanjaro via the Marangu Route typically takes around 5 to 6 days in 2023 and 2024. The best 6-day Marangu route has a high success rate compared to a 5-day Marangu route itinerary. However, it's important to note that climbing Mount Kilimanjaro is a challenging endeavor, and adequate preparation is necessary.

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Best Marangu route 6 days itinerary on Mount Kilimanjaro

  • Day 1: Kilimanjaro's Marangu Gate to Mandara Hut

    Distance: 8.3 km; hiking time: 4-5 hours; elevation: 1,830m to 2,700m; habitat: rain forest.

    Begin trekking from Marangu Gate to Mandara Hut, passing through lush rainforest and enjoying beautiful views along the way.

  • Day 2: Mandara Hut to Horombo Hut

    Elevation: 2,700m to 3,720m; habitat: Moorland; distance: 11 km; hiking time: 6–8 hours.

    From Mandara Hut, trek through heather and moorland to Horombo Hut, where you'll stay overnight.

  • Day 3: Acclimatization day at Horombo Hut

    Elevation: 2,700m to 3,720m; distance: 11.8 km; hiking time: 6–8 hours; habitat: heath.

    Enjoy a day of acclimatization at Horombo Hut by taking a day hike to the nearby Mawenzi Tarn.

  • Day 4: Horombo Hut to Kibo Hut

    Elevation: 3,720m to 4,703m; distance: 10.8 km; hiking Time: 6–8 hours; habitat: alpine desert.

    Trek from Horombo Hut to Kibo Hut, where you'll rest before your final ascent to Uhuru Peak.

  • Day 5: Barafu Camp to Summit and descent to Mweka Camp

    Elevation: 4,703m to 5,895m and then down to 3,720m; distance: 19.4 km; hiking time: 12-14; habitat: Arctic.

    Start early at midnight for the final ascent to Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa, then descend to Horombo Hut for a well-deserved rest.

  • Day 6: Horombo Hut to Marangu Gate

    Elevation: 3,720m to 1,830m; distance: 19.7 km; hiking time: 5-7 hours; habitat: Rain Forest.

    Descend from Horombo Hut to Marangu Gate and receive your certificate of achievement for reaching the summit.

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