About this experience
This route approaches the mountain from the southern east, famously known as the “Coca Cola “ route. This route is the oldest route being used since 1889.
Many tourists prefer this route because its easy to climb and guests are accommodated in huts in the style of dormitories. The route takes a minimum of five days but recommended to do six days climb to increase chances to make to the top easily.
Led by professional climbing crews, you'll acclimatize with ease along this popular climbing route while crossing diverse terrain from rainforests to arctic desert. You'll be comfortable throughout the experience with porters carrying equipment, kitchen team cooking, and accommodation in wooden huts provided. Afterwards, admire your progress from a local hotel in the mountain's foothills.
At a glance
- Duration: 192 hr
- Private experience
Plan your experience
Set aside 192 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
What is included
- Three tasty and energy-rich meals a day. The diet on the hike includes chicken, meat and fish meals garnished with rice, potato and vegetable salads, pasta, porridges, cakes, eggs, soups etc.
- Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) pick-up and drop-off
- Lunch
- All ground transportation
- Vegetarian, gluten-free, halal and kosher meal plans are available.
- Hut accommodation during the hike (special Kilimanjaro walk-in tents) - 2 hikers per tent. Single accommodation is not possible on Marangu route due because of the park regulations
- Dinner
- Breakfast
- 2 nights in hotel that will be suggested and selected after booking (before and after the hike stay)
- Professional climbing crew (guide, porters, cooks)
- High quality table and chairs
- First Aid Kit
- All fees & Government taxes collected by the Kilimanjaro National Park
- Drinks (tea, coffee, juices, soda and water)
- Oxygen tanks and altimeters
Not included
- Flight tickets - the cost of getting to Tanzania is not included
- Lunch and dinner in the hotel. The price in the hotel includes breakfast only.
- Personal equipment & gear (your hiking outfit, boots, sleeping bag, etc.) that you need for the hike. Available for hire
- Visa fee. Obtainable at JRO.
- Medical insurance
- Tips for the guide, cook and porters
Itinerary and highlights
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Meeting and pickup information
- We do free pick up & drop off after the tour for the hotels that are located within 25km from Moshi City center. We also offer free airport pick up & drop off service from Kilimanjaro International Airport.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- French — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Moshi Tours and Transfer
Accessibility and practical details
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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