Often referred to as "The Coca Cola Route," this is by far the most popular route up the mountain. The climb via this route can be done in 5 or 6 days. Overnight is in huts along the way, which have two rooms for 4 people each.

ROUTE HIGHLIGHTS:

• COMFORTABLE SLEEPING HUTS (BED & MATTRESS).
• MINERAL WATER, SODA, BEER AND CHOCOLATES
• RADIO CONTACT WITH THE PARK HEADQUARTERS.
• PHOTOGRAPHIC SCENERY

MAP OF MARANGU ROUTE ABOVE

5 DAY ITINERARY:

Day 1
The climb starts at Marangu Gate (1829m), followed by a 3-4 hours walk through the fast climbing rainforest to reach Mandara Hut (2700m), close by Maundi Crater. Dinner and overnight in the hut.

Day 2
The last glades of the forest are left behind, when we follow the gently ascending path through the open Alpine Meadow. The altitude begins to make you tread slowly. "Pole pole" is the order of the day while enjoying the flora and the magnificent view. Picnic lunch on the way. Horombo Hut (3720m) is reached within 5-7 hours walking. Dinner and overnight in the hut.

Day 3
After a good night's rest, we continue, past the last giant Lobelias and Proteas, and move on the lunar landscape of the saddle between Kibo and Mawenzi. Kibo Hut (4703m) is reached in 5-6 hours. Picnic lunch on the way. Dinner and overnight in the hut.

Day 4
The climb for the summit starts in the early morning hours. For about 5 hours we will be climbing the steepest and most demanding part, the route to Gilman's Point, 5685m on the crater rim. Less than 2 hours are then taken to reach Uhuru Peak at 5895m, the highest point in Africa. Yes! From here we descend going straight down to Horombo Hut, where we'll spend the night.

Day 5
The day is spend descending to Marangu Gate.

Option : You can add an extra acclimatization day. You will then spend two nights at Horombo Hut.