Mt Kilimanjaro Trek - Marangu Route

7 Days
From CAD 2,774 Was CAD 3,699
Best Rate
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Trip Type
Small Group
Activity Level
Challenging

Rating


(20 reviews)

Experience Overview

At 5,895m (19,340 ft), Mt Kilimanjaro is Africa's highest peak and this adventure along the Marangu Route will get you to the top safely, quickly, and with your budget in mind. Overnight in mountain huts and awake ready to conquer the slopes. Affectionately known as the Coca-Cola Route due to its popularity, Marangu covers forests, moorlands, and the Saddle (a high-altitude desert), on its way to Kibo Hut. This is the quickest route to the summit — with a catch: The trail is well-maintained but because of the quick ascent, the success rate is not as high as other routes. Local guides, cooks, and porters will provide support during your trek and at mountain huts along the way.

Highlights

  • Sleep in mountain huts on the trek
  • Witness Africa from atop its highest mountain
  • Marvel at sunrise on the summit.

Trip Details

Product CodeProduct Code: 2074

Tour TypeTour Type: Small Group

AccommodationAccommodation: Basic

TransportTransport: Private minibus, trekking.

Guide LanguageGuide Language: English

Travel StylesTravel Styles: Budget

Supplier CodeSupplier Code: DTKM

StartStarts: Moshi, Tanzania

FinishFinishes: Moshi, Tanzania

DurationDuration: 7 days

DeparturesDepartures: Guaranteed

Physical RatingPhysical rating: Challenging

Includes

Activities

  • Your G for Good Moment: Moshi Women's Cooperative Visit, Moshi Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
  • 5-day guided group trek up Mt Kilimanjaro's Marangu Route with local guides, cooks, and porters
  • All permits and fees
  • All transport between destinations and to/from included activities

Accommodation

  • Simple hotels (2 nts), mountain huts (4 nts).
  • 6 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 4 dinners

Transport

  • Private minibus, trekking.

Group Leader

  • Certified mountain guide throughout, local representative, cook, porters.

Price

Price per person: (Double Occupancy) CAD 2774 (CAD 396 /day)

Itinerary

1

Day 1: Moshi

Arrive at any time.
Arrive in Moshi and head to the hotel. Attend a pre-departure meeting with the local guide to go over last minute details of the trip.

2

Day 2: Moshi/Mandara Huts

Hike through the forested, lower slopes to Mandara escarpment.
Most days the hiking will begin early in the morning, with hikes of around 5 to 6 hours. The guides will set a moderate pace, so as to allow for time to acclimatize to the altitude changes. Guides will continually repeat the words, “pole pole” (po-ly, po-ly), which means “go slowly” in Swahili.

3

Day 3: Mandara Huts/Horombo Huts

Hike through the heather and moorland zone to Horombo Hut.

4

Day 4: Horombo Huts/Kibo Huts

Proceed onto the Kilimanjaro Saddle, through a desertlike alpine zone, to Kibo Hut.

5

Day 5: Kibo Huts/Horombo Huts

Night hike to the summit via Stella Point. Appreciate the beautiful sunrise from the roof of Africa, then descend back to Horombo Hut.

6

Day 6: Horombo Huts/Moshi

Descend the mountain, passing through villages and plantations on the slopes en route to Moshi. Meet the mamas of the Moshi Women's Cooperative, a G supported project, for a climbing ceremony.
Transfer by shuttle bus to Moshi. Time to relax, take a shower, and celebrate with a drink. Cheers to climbing Mt Kilimanjaro! Before dinner, you will be welcomed and congratulated on your climb by the mamas of the Moshi Women's Cooperative, a project supported by G Adventures. They will present you with a gift and a certificate to remember all your efforts on the mountain.

Opt to pre-book the Lala Salama Spa & Beauty Aromatherapy Massage, which partners with Moshi Women's Cooperative, by adding it to your checkout page, or ask your GCO or travel agent for assistance.

7

Day 7: Moshi

Depart at any time.
Tour ends at approximately 8:00 am.

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Tour Operator

G Adventures

G Adventures is an operator of small-group escorted tours. It is based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada with 28 offices worldwide. It offers more than 700 itineraries in more than 100 countries, and carries 200,000 travelers from 160 countries each year.

In Business Since 1990

Reviews

 

Hannah F.   -  Traveled, February 2024

My overall Kilimanjaro experience via the 5 day Marangu route was awesome. The G team made it all possible and comfortable. Without their enthusiasm and knowledge it would have been a completely different experience.

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 02/27/2024

 

Nathaneal F.   -  Traveled, February 2024

I had the best week in the company of G adventures and their staff and clients. I was looked after well by professional and knowledgeable people from start to finish.

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 02/25/2024

 

Brent C.   -  Traveled, January 2024

I had the adventure of a lifetime. I successfully climbed the tallest freestanding mountain in the world with the support of knowledgeable, skilled, and helpful guides. I have photos and memories that will last me a lifetime.

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 01/24/2024

 

Maria D.   -  Traveled, January 2024

Overall really good experience. The team went above and beyond to ensure our needs were met. Couldn’t have pictured a better experience. Thank you to all that were apart!

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 01/21/2024

 

Sibel A.   -  Traveled, December 2024

Astonishing

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 12/31/2024

 

Laurin K.   -  Traveled, November 2024

Very very cool, I would definitly do it again and would recommend it. As mentioned before I would have liked an additional acclimatization day as other firms provide.

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 11/08/2024

 

Anne-Charlotte P.   -  Traveled, November 2024

It was a great experience. I want to thank Moises for waking us up and telling us goodnight, for being so kind and accommodating. I want to thank Hamed for his kindness and attentiveness, Regan, Suju, and Sandi for carrying my bag all the way and safely....

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 11/04/2024

 

Adam C.   -  Traveled, September 2024

The CEO and assistant were amazing friendly people, without whom we would not of succeeded in getting to the top of Africa, top work keep it up ????

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 10/06/2024

 

Neil F.   -  Traveled, September 2024

Lifetime experience and would truly recommend G Adventures

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 10/05/2024

 

Sandra S.   -  Traveled, September 2024

A great adventure with my new African family

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 09/18/2024

 

Peder N.   -  Traveled, September 2024

A challenging trip for sure! Butt absolutely forth it! A did for a second think I couldn’t make it to the weary top butt the g adventure crew kept me going. The G fighters was amazing people, they helped us al the way. Great guys for sure!

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 09/17/2024

 

Madigan K.   -  Traveled, August 2024

Extremely challenging but one of the best experiences of my life.

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 08/16/2024

 

George V.   -  Traveled, July 2024

Overall this experience was truly incredible and something I'll never forget. I don't think I've ever done anything more physically and mentally challenging than getting to Uhuru Peak the day we summited, but it was so rewarding.

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 07/22/2024

 

Nina S.   -  Traveled, July 2024

Truly, our tour with the team—Melek, Moussa, and Charles (AND ALL THE G WARRIORS) —was nothing short of amazing. From start to finish, they went above and beyond to make our journey unforgettable. Their unwavering support kept our spirits high

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 07/14/2024

 

Kristine M.   -  Traveled, July 2024

It was an experience and the crew and porters were incredible!

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 07/10/2024

 

Alexander S.   -  Traveled, July 2024

Absolutely amazing experience. The best holiday/trip we have ever had and we have made memories for life. Meleck, Charles, Musa, Shabani and all the rest of the team were so helpful, friendly and looked after us very well.

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 07/09/2024

 

Tingfang L.   -  Traveled, July 2024

I had fantastic memories on this trip. I personally am not a very athletic person, and encountered some difficulties in the big summit day. The crews were all very encouraging, accommodating my pace, taking care of me, and getting me to the final point!

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 07/09/2024

 

Daniel R.   -  Traveled, July 2024

The mountain was difficult but the staff did the best job they could to get the group where we needed to go. I stayed healthy and made it to the top thanks to them.

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 06/26/2024

 

Maryam M.   -  Traveled, June 2024

Kilimanjaro is a challenging mountain. More challenging than I initially thought. But it was, overall, a great experience thanks to our CEO and his amazing team. They helped, motivated and taught us so much. I wouldn’t have chosen any other way to do it!...

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 06/23/2024

 

Bethany N.   -  Traveled, June 2024

Another fantastic trip! I felt safe and looked after and supported the entire way, especially on summit day when I was struggling, I wouldnt not have made it without the guides!

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 06/23/2024

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