Embark on a legendary journey to the Roof of Africa as you ascend Mount Kilimanjaro via the Marangu Route—one of the most time-tested and accessible trails to Africa’s highest peak. Popularly known as the Coca-Cola Route, this trail offers the rare comfort of overnight stays in mountain huts, making it ideal for travelers who prefer a structured, indoor accommodation experience in the wild.
Over the course of five days, you’ll hike through five distinct ecological zones—from tropical rainforest to alpine desert to arctic summit. Each day unfolds with breathtaking scenery, unique flora and fauna, and the unwavering support of a professional trekking team. Your ultimate goal: Uhuru Peak at 5,895 meters, where the air is thin, the sunrises are glorious, and the sense of triumph is unmatched.
Stay in high-end lodges and tented camps, offering comfort and stunning views.
Begin your journey on any available day that suits your schedule.
Modify select accommodations and destinations to better fit your preferences.
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
After an early breakfast at your hotel, meet your guide for a detailed trek briefing. Then, drive through lush banana and coffee farms en route to Marangu Gate (1,860m), Kilimanjaro National Park’s eastern entry point. After registration, begin your ascent through the shaded rainforest where giant ferns, moss-draped trees, and colorful birds create a mystical setting. You may spot blue monkeys or the shy black-and-white colobus monkeys along the trail.
Altitude Gain: 1,860m to 2,700m
Distance: 8 km | Duration: 4–5 hours
Habitat: Tropical Rainforest
Meals: Lunch & Dinner
Overnight: Mandara Hut (Shared dorm-style hut)
Today’s trail begins with a gradual climb through thinning forest, soon opening into moorland and heath—marked by towering giant heathers, senecio, and lobelia. With each step, the air becomes thinner, and the views more dramatic. If skies are clear, you’ll see both Mawenzi (5,149m) and Kibo (5,895m), Kilimanjaro’s twin volcanic peaks.
Arrive at Horombo Hut, located on a plateau with stunning sunset views over the Maasai Steppe. Prepare for cooler temperatures as you ascend beyond 3,500m.
Altitude Gain: 2,700m to 3,700m
Distance: 12 km | Duration: 5–6 hours
Habitat: Heathland & Moorland
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Overnight: Horombo Hut
Fuel up for a long but beautiful walk across the high alpine desert. Today’s route is more barren but awe-inspiring, crossing the vast Saddle—a wind-swept lunar landscape between Mawenzi and Kibo. With minimal vegetation, you’ll feel the raw, elemental power of Kilimanjaro’s upper slopes.
Reach Kibo Hut (4,700m) in the early afternoon. The atmosphere is quiet and serious, as trekkers prepare for the final push. Rest, hydrate, and enjoy a hot early dinner before turning in for a few hours of sleep. Your summit bid begins just after midnight.
Altitude Gain: 3,700m to 4,700m
Distance: 9 km | Duration: 5–6 hours
Habitat: Alpine Desert
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Overnight: Kibo Hut
Summit Day. Wake just before midnight and set off under the stars for the toughest but most rewarding part of your trek. The route begins on rocky switchbacks leading up to Gilman’s Point (5,681m) and continues along the crater rim to Stella Point (5,756m). Push onward to Uhuru Peak (5,895m)—the highest point in Africa.
Watch the sun rise over the glacier-capped roof of the continent, capturing a moment that words cannot describe. After a short celebration and photos, begin your descent back to Kibo Hut for a rest and then continue to Horombo Hut for the night.
Altitude: 4,700m → 5,895m → 3,700m
Distance: 6 km ascent | 15 km descent
Duration: 6–8 hours up | 5–6 hours down
Habitat: Arctic zone to Alpine desert
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Overnight: Horombo Hut
Your final trekking day begins with a celebratory breakfast before descending back through the moorland and rainforest to Marangu Gate (1,700m). Upon arrival, sign out and receive your climbing certificate—green for Gilman’s Point or gold for Uhuru Peak.
Bid farewell to your trekking team and transfer back to Arusha or Moshi, where a warm shower and cozy bed await.
Altitude Loss: 3,700m to 1,700m
Distance: 20 km | Duration: 4–5 hours
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
Accommodation: Tour ends (hotel night optional upon request)
At Eagle Soul Adventure, we understand that plans may change due to unforeseen circumstances. Our cancellation policy is designed to be fair to our clients while also ensuring the sustainability of our operations and commitments to local service providers.
1. Cancellation by the Client
If you wish to cancel your tour, written notification must be provided to Eagle Soul Adventure via email. The following cancellation charges will apply, calculated from the date the written notice is received:
60 days or more before departure: 20% of the total tour cost (deposit is non-refundable).
45–59 days before departure: 30% of the total tour cost.
30–44 days before departure: 50% of the total tour cost.
15–29 days before departure: 75% of the total tour cost.
14 days or less before departure: 100% of the total tour cost (no refund).
Please note that no refunds will be issued for no-shows or unused portions of the itinerary once the tour has commenced.
2. Cancellation by Eagle Soul Adventure
In rare circumstances where Eagle Soul Adventure must cancel a tour due to force majeure, unsafe conditions, or insufficient bookings, we will notify you as early as possible. You will have the choice to:
Receive a full refund of all payments made, excluding any non-refundable transaction fees
We are not liable for any additional expenses incurred due to tour cancellation, including but not limited to flight changes, visa fees, or travel insurance.
By joining a mountain tour with Eagle Soul Adventure, you acknowledge that trekking at high altitudes involves physical risk, including altitude sickness, injury, or extreme weather. Participants are responsible for ensuring they are medically fit and properly equipped.
You agree to follow your guide’s instructions and understand that itineraries may change due to weather, safety, or park regulations. Eagle Soul Adventure is not liable for accidents, illness, loss, or delays beyond our control.
Travel insurance is mandatory and must cover medical emergencies and evacuation.
By booking, you accept these terms and release Eagle Soul Adventure from liability related to mountain trekking risks.
