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The oldest and most established route — and the only one with hut accommodation rather than tents. Nicknamed the “Coca-Cola” route, it offers a comfortable, well-trodden path to the summit.
Trip highlights
✦Only route with mountain huts
✦Comfortable, well-established trail
✦Same route up and down
✦Great for first-time trekkers
Day by day
1
Marangu Gate to Mandara
Trek through lush rainforest to Mandara Hut.
2
Horombo Hut
Climb into open moorland with views of Mawenzi.
3
Acclimatisation day
Optional climb toward Zebra Rocks to aid acclimatisation.
4
Kibo Hut
Cross the alpine desert saddle to the base of the summit.
5
Summit day
Midnight ascent to Uhuru Peak, then descend to Horombo.
6
Descent & departure
Final descent to the gate and transfer to your hotel.
What's included
✓Kilimanjaro park, camping & rescue fees
✓Experienced mountain guides, cooks & porters
✓Quality tents, mattresses & group gear
✓All meals on the mountain
✓Hotel nights before & after the climb
✓Airport transfers
Not included
–International flights
–Tanzania entry visa
–Travel & medical insurance
–Tips & gratuities for crew
–Personal items, drinks & souvenirs
From
From $1,950
per person · private trip
Duration7 days
TypeTrek
StylePrivate & tailor-made
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