Duration
6-Day
Overview
Marangu route 'the Coca-Cola route', continues to be one of the popular Mt Kilimanjaro trekking routes. The relative 'comfort' of sleeping in huts is especially welcome if climbing Mount Kilimanjaro in the rainy season (March to May and November). The huts are furnished with bunk beds and climbers are supplied with mattresses and pillows. The huts have communal dining halls and basic washrooms, ranging from flushing toilets and running water to long drop toilets and buckets of water at Kibo Hut.
Plan snapshot
Quick Facts
Route
Moshi to Moshi
Via Mt Kilimanjaro
Country & park
Tanzania
Style
Shared safari
Group size
1-12 travelers
Starts
Any day if available
Minimum age
13 years
Activities
Getting around: minivan
Accommodation
Budget camping Mt Kilimanjaro – All Meals Included - Mt Kilimanjaro – All Meals Included
Meals
All Meals Included
Pickup
Airport transfer included
Booking
Request quote
Currency
USD
Solo travelers
Can join this group tour
Rates
Rates Per Person
USD
Start datesSingle2+ people
Jan 1, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026
n/a* USD
$1,595 USD
Jan 1, 2027 - Dec 31, 2027
n/a* USD
$1,595 USD
Before booking
Important To Know
This tour is not available to single travelers.
This group tour requires a minimum of 2 people to run.
Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
This tour is offered in US dollars (USD).
This tour accepts children who are 13 years and older. Children under 18 receive a discount.
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Route
country
Tanzania
Start
Moshi (Day 1)
Day 1-6
Mt Kilimanjaro
End
Moshi (Day 6)
Tour Features
Budget camping
This is a budget camping tour.
Shared tour
On this shared tour, you will join a group of other travelers. Max 10 people per group.
Can start any day
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Cannot be customized
The contents of this tour cannot be changed.
Not for single travelers
Single travelers cannot join this group tour and it requires a minimum of 2 people to run.
13
Minimum age of 13 years
The minimum age for this tour is 13 years.
Activities & Transportation
Getting around: minivan
This operator can select your international flights, but you'll have to book them yourself
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Accommodation & Meals
Day 1-5
Budget camping Mt Kilimanjaro – All Meals Included
Mt Kilimanjaro – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 6
End of tour
(No accommodation)
All Meals Included
Day By Day
Tour step
Arrival
You'll be collected from the airport. Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.
Day 1
Marangu Gate to Mandara Hut
After breakfast, you'll pack everything for hiking the mountain. Your mountain guide will brief you before leaving for the gate for hiking reservations at Marangu gate-(1800m). After registration and weighing of the luggage to be carried by the porters, start hiking through the dense rainforest with your picnic lunch box to Mandara Huts- (2700m) distance is 8km; altitude gained is 900m and it takes 3-4hrs. Your dinner and overnight stay will be at Mandara Huts. All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Mount Kilimanjaro Stay: Budget camping Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 2
Mandara Hut to Horombo Hut
After breakfast in the morning, you'll start the hike through the heath and moorland to Horombo huts- (3720m). The distance is 12km, the altitude gained is 1020m and it takes 5-6 hours with a picnic lunch box. Your dinner and overnight stay will be at Horombo Huts. The walk is not very steep but it's a long walk. All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Mount Kilimanjaro Stay: Budget camping Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 3
Acclimatization at Horombo Hut
This will be an acclimatization day. After breakfast, you will walk to Mawenzi Hut (4600m) and Zebra Rocks for acclimatization for 3 hours and then return to Horombo Huts (3720m) for lunch then rest until the following day. It is a relaxing day at Horombo hut, only a short hike, and back to Horombo. All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Mount Kilimanjaro Stay: Budget camping Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 4
Horombo Hut to Kibo Hut
After breakfast, you'll begin the walk through the alpine desert to Kibo huts (4703m). The distance is 15km, the altitude gained is 983m and it takes 5 - 6hrs. The walk passes through a semi-desert landscape on the saddle. You'll have an early dinner to allow an early rest and get up at midnight for summit packing. All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Mount Kilimanjaro Stay: Budget camping Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 5
Kibo Hut to Uhuru Peak to Kibo Hut
At midnight, you'll have a hot drink and some cookies and then begin the walk to Uhuru Peak (5895m). The distance is 6km and it will take about 6-7 hours to reach the summit. You will decide with the guides on the best time to visit the crater rim as it can either be before going to the summit or after the summit. You'll enjoy taking photos of the peak and the sunrise if it is on a clear day and descend back to Kibo huts for about 3-4 hours for breakfast and a short rest before continuing to Horombo huts (3720m) where you will spend the last night on the mountain for dinner and an overnight stay. The distance covered from Kibo Hut to Uhuru Peak is 6.25km and the altitude gained is 1181m. The distance covered from Kibo Huts to Horombo Huts is 9.5km and the altitude lost is 983m. All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Mount Kilimanjaro Stay: Budget camping Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 6
Horombo Hut to Marangu Gate
After breakfast, you will descend to Mandara Hut (2700m) for lunch then proceed on through the rainforest to Marangu Gate (The distance will be 27km, about 7 hours) where you will receive your certificate for those who will have made it to the top and catch a waiting car to drive you back to the hotel in Moshi town for a hot shower, rest and end of the climb. The distance covered is 12.5km and the altitude lost is 1020m. All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Mount Kilimanjaro Stay: No accommodation (End of tour) Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Tour step
End of tour
Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost. You'll be dropped off at the airport.
Included
Porterage
Rescue fee
Park fees (For non-residents)
All activities (Unless labeled as optional)
All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)
Camping equipment
A professional driver/guide
All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)
All Taxes/VAT
Roundtrip airport transfer
Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
Drinking water (On all days)
Excluded
Climbing gear
International flights (From/to home)
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
Sleeping bag
Bath towels
Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Getting There
This tour starts and ends in Moshi
This operator can select your international flights, but you'll have to book them yourself
Fly to/from Kilimanjaro Airport (JRO - Check price) near Moshi
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
Offered by
Kili Vikings
4.9 operator rating
47 reviews
Kilimanjaro Vikings is a Locally owned Tour Company in Tanzania, East Africa. We arrange Unforgettable Safaris into our Beautiful National parks in Tanzania such as Ngorongoro Crater, Tarangire National Park , Lake Manyara National Park, Serengeti and other Parks in Tanzania. Mountain Treks up to Kilimanjaro and Mount Meru. Customers satisfaction is our number one priority. With Kilimanjaro vikings, every day of your safari will be a Joyful day. Come as a client and leave as a Friend
Office In
Tanzania
Size
10-20 employees (Founded in 2007)
Tour Types
Customizable private tours and fixed group tours
Destinations
Tanzania
Practical answers
Tour FAQs
Are rates charged per person?
Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
Which currency is this tour priced in?
This tour is offered in US dollars (USD).
Can children join this tour?
This tour accepts children who are 13 years and older. Children under 18 receive a discount.
Can this tour start on my preferred date?
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Can the itinerary be customized?
The contents of this tour cannot be changed.
Where do travelers stay during this tour?
Budget camping Mt Kilimanjaro – All Meals Included - Mt Kilimanjaro – All Meals Included. Meals: All Meals Included
Where does this tour start and end?
This tour starts and ends in Moshi
Are airport transfers included?
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Operator policy
Terms and Conditions
Disclaimer
This tour is offered by Kili Vikings, not SafariBookings.
This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings.
This group tour requires a minimum of 2 people to run.
The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability.
This tour is subject to the terms & conditions of Kili Vikings.
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