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Kilimanjaro Climb Marangu Route

7 Days Tanzania Mountain Climbing

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Tour code
ATS109
Destination
Tanzania
Tour Type
Mountain Climbing
Duration
7 Days
Language
English
Can be Customized
Yes

About

The Marangu Route, also known as the Coca-Cola route, is the oldest climbing route on Kilimanjaro. It is the only route that provides wooden huts in accommodations instead of tent camping. Although it's possible to climb Marangu in only five days, we strongly recommend six days, to allow for acclimatization.

A 7-day luxury Marangu Route trek offers a comfortable, private ascent of Kilimanjaro, featuring hut accommodation, superior support, and an extra acclimatization day for a higher success rate. This "Coca-Cola" route is ideal for comfort-focused climbers, utilizing wooden huts rather than tents, with premium tours including private guides, superior chefs, and tailored amenities

Arrival & Acclimatization Days 1 Begin at a 5-star luxury lodge in Arusha for pampering before the hike. Gourmet Mountain Dining: Professional chefs prepare customized, fresh meals, including breakfast, lunch, and a hot, three-course dinner to maintain energy.Also Personalized Support: High guide-to-climber ratios allow for tailored paces, allowing you to enjoy the scenery rather than race to the next camp .

Luxury Camp Experience are provide : Instead of crowded public sites, enjoy private camps with large 3m x 3m tents, comfortable bedding, wash tents, private toilet tents, and daily warm water.The Climb - "Pole-Pole" (Days 3–9): Longer routes like the 7-days marangu offer a slower, more scenic ascent, maximizing altitude adjustment

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Itinerary

Arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport where you will be greeted by your Agama guide. Drive to Arusha. Arusha Serval Wildlife Lodge

Serval Wildlife Lodge) One-of-a-kind African getaway that blends wildlife, luxury, and sustainability? Serval Wildlife Lodge is more than just a lodge — it's a conservation-conscious haven nestled in the heart of Tanzania. This boutique property offers an exclusive safari experience that invites guests to stay in close harmony with nature, all while enjoying world-class amenities.

Whether you're a nature enthusiast, honeymooner, family traveler, or simply seeking solitude with a view, Serval Wildlife Lodge delivers a safari stay that’s both authentic and exceptionally comfortable

Picture yourself talking with a beautiful giraffe, a selfie with a smiling zebra. . Briefing in the evening for your climb starting the next day

Briefing in the evening for your climb starting the next day

You will be picked up at your hotel in Moshi and driven to Marangu Gate. When your guide is done dealing with all the registration forms you can start your climbing adventure! Dinner and overnight at Mandara Hut.

3 meals included.
Marangu Gate (1900m) to Mandara Hut (2720m)
Hike Time: 4 hours

The group will wake early for a filling breakfast, and then depart Mandara Hut. This trek heads to the second high altitude camp: Horombo Hut (3,720 m /12,202 f). When you reach the camp on this day, you will be treated to views of two volcanos at once: Kibo and Mawenzi.

Several hours after lunch you will have to complete an acclimatization hike in the direction of Kibo Hut with a 200 m /656 f gain in altitude, and then hike back down to Horombo Hut where dinner will be prepared for you

Dinner and overnight at Horombo Hut. 3 meals included.

.Mandara Hut (2720m) to Horombu Hut (3720m)

Hike time: 5-6 hours

Today we walk towards the Mawenzi Hut, passing the Zebra Rocks. This extra day and night at Horombo is for additional acclimatization. We recommend drinking enough water and walking slowly! Overnight at Horombo Hut.

3 meals included.
Horombu Hut (3720m)

There is no running water at Kibo Hut. The remainder of the day is spent relaxing in preparation for the final ascent before a very early night.

3 meals included.
Horombo Hut (3720m) to Kibo Hut (4700 m)
Hike time: 4-6 hours

Wake up before midnight in the cover of darkness. We begin a steep climb over loose volcanic scree has some well-graded zig-zags and a slow but steady pace will take us to rim of the main crater, Gillman’s 5685 m. There you can rest for a few minutes to enjoy the sunrise over Mawenzi. Those who are still feeling good can continue slowly to make the three hour round trip from here along the crater rim to Uhuru peak 5895 m which is the highest point in Africa. After a few minutes to appreciate your accomplishment descend to reach Horombo Hut.

3 meals included.
Kibo Hut (4700 m) to Uhuru Peak (5895m) to Horombo Hut (3720 m)
Hike time: 13-15 hours

Today you will descend all the way down to Marangu Gate. Successful climbers will receive their summit certificates. At the gate you will be driven back to Arusha for your celebration and overnight at Serval wildlife lodge

3 meals included.
Horombo Hut (3720m) to Marangu Gate (1900)
Walking time: 6-7 hours

Policy

Price Includes / Excludes

Arrival & Acclimatization Days 1 Begin at a 5-star luxury lodge in Arusha for pampering before the hike at Serval wildlife a luxury safari stay
Rest & Recovery5-star lodge for the post-climb recovery. (Day 10/11): After descending, transfer directly to a luxury lodge for Serval wildlife Rest & Recovery for massages, hot showers, and recovery.
Private porter support for personal items, extra oxygen systems, high-quality mountain gear, and enhanced safety checks.
Gourmet Mountain Dining: Professional chefs prepare customized, fresh meals, including breakfast, lunch, and a hot, three-course dinner to maintain energy
Personalized Support: High guide-to-climber ratios allow for tailored paces, allowing you to enjoy the scenery rather than race to the next camp
Luxury Camp Experience is provided: Instead of crowded public sites, enjoy private camps with large 3m x 3m tents, comfortable bedding, wash tents, private toilet tents, and daily warm water. The Climb - "Pole-Pole" (Days 3–8): Longer routes like the 8-day Marangu offer a slower, more scenic ascent, maximizing altitude adjustment
Every last gratuity, even substantial ones to Safari Directors, Driver-Guides, waiters, porters… and everyone else, from beginning to end of your safari.
A highly-credentialed AGAMA TOUR Director and Driver-Guide during your journey
24/7 Concierge AGAMA is poised to meet last-minute, unexpected, and unusual requests
Regional wine and beer at mealtimes, vehicles stocked with soft drinks and bottled water.Regional wine and beer at mealtimes, vehicles stocked with soft drinks and bottled water.
Daily valet laundry service. You can pack less and even return home with a bag of clean clothes… now that’s luxury!
Complimentary in-vehicle Wi-Fi as well as free Wi-Fi wherever else it exists on safari, including camps and lodges
All airport transfers, game park, national park, and conservancy fees.
Extensive safety protocols perfected by 15 years of on-the-ground expertise.
Sublime safari swag! Bush hats, specially designed AGAMA TOUR duffels, luggage tags, document wallets, flashlights, and more.
A variety of activities, individualized for you by your Safari Director at every safari location
For every guest on safari, AGAMA TOUR sends an African child to school through our Agama charity, a charitable arm

Highlights

East Africa’s most luxurious safari stay lodges, including the much-celebrated. and the rare in Africa Serval wildlife lodge
Touchdown to takeoff services of your AGAMA Safari Director, and 24-hour access to our one-of-a-kind Concierge Service.
Spectacular views and incomparably fascinating ecosystems: regal Mount Kilimanjaro;
We integrate our hike with evening sundowners and bush barbecues to capture the very essence of the African bushveld. Imagine a sunset along the beautiful mountain complimented by excellent premier South African wines.
Rest & Recovery (Day 10/11): After descending, transfer directly to a luxury lodge safari stay in arusha Serval wildlife Rest & Recovery for massages, hot showers, and recovery.
Flexible Schedule: The safari is unhurried, allowing for long, relaxed lunches and, if desired, sunset cocktails in the bush.
Seamless Transfer: Private charter flights or high-end land transfers connect the lodge, parks, and Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO).