Coca – Cola Route
Marangu route is the oldest and one of the quickest methods of ascending Kilimanjaro. It is also one of the easiest routes on the mountain, at one time drawing over 80% of the trekkers on Kilimanjaro. The route ascends up the south-east of Kilimanjaro through fine forest and moorland scenery. The route is still very beautiful and the forest sections in particular are attractive. The route passes to the south of Mawenzi before it crosses the desolate Saddle heading towards Kibo Hut. The summit ascent is conducted via Normal Marangu route on an arduous scree slope that culminates in the arrival at Gilman’s Point on the crater rim. Uhuru peak can be reached from here. In order to increase your chances of reaching Uhuru Peak, you should try to factor in an extra day for acclimatization purposes, and it is ideally it is taken at Horombo Hut.
Many climbers prefer 6 days for better acclimatization. The extra day can be spent resting at Horombo or climbing the small peak of Mawenzi.