7 Days / 6 Nights
- Kilimanjaro Climbing
Kilimanjaro Rongai Route
Trekking Overview
It is ascending route with an option of using four or five stations depending on the choice of the climber. Visitors who ascend through this route will descend through Marangu route. Option of four stations includes Simba camp, second cave, third cave and school hut and the second option for five stations is Simba camp, second cave, Kikelelwa, Mawenzi tarn hut and School hut.
The Rongai Route is the only one that approaches the summit from the north and starts near the border of Tanzania and Kenya. For those looking for a more remote route, Rongai is an excellent choice, as traffic is low and it offers a different perspective of the mountain as you conquer it from the north.
Day By Day Itinerary
Day 1
Rongai Gate - Nalemoru
After completing the necessary registration formalities at Marangu National Park gate, we will be headed by safari vehicle to Rongai. The climb begins from Nale Moru (1,950 m) on a small fields of maize and potatoes before entering pine forest. The track then starts to climb consistently, but gently through attractive forest that shelters a variety of wildlife, including the beautiful Kilimanjaro Colobus monkey. These monkeys are black with a long ‘cape’ of white hair and a flowing white tail. The forest begins to thin out and the first camp, Simba Camp; is at the edge of the moorland zone (2,671 m) with extensive views over the Kenyan plains.
Day 2
Nalemoru- Second Cave (Kikelewa Cave )
The morning walk is a steady ascent up to the ‘Second Cave’ (3,450 m) with superb views of Kibo and the Eastern ice fields on the crater rim. After lunch, we leave the main trail and strike out across the moorland on a smaller path towards the jagged peaks of Mawenzi. Kikelewa campsite is in a sheltered valley with giant senesces near Kikelewa Caves (3,600 m)
Day 3
Second Cave to Mawenzi
A short but steep climb is rewarded by superb all round views and a tangible sense of wilderness. We leave vegetation behind shortly before reaching the next camp at Mawenzi Tarn (4,315 m), spectacularly situated in a cirque directly beneath the towering spires of Mawenzi. The afternoon will be free to rest or explore the surrounding area as an aid to acclimatization.
Day 4
Mawenzi - Kibo Campsite
We cross the lunar desert of the ‘Saddle’ between Mawenzi and Kibo to reach Kibo campsite (4,720 m) at the bottom of the Kibo crater wall. The remainder of the day is spent resting in preparation for the final ascent before a very early night!
Day 5
Acclimatization Day
We will start the final, and by far the steepest and most demanding, part of the climb by torchlight around 1 a.m. We plod very slowly in the darkness on a switchback trail through loose volcanic scree to reach the crater rim at Gillman’s Point (5,685 m) We will rest there for a short time to enjoy the spectacular sunrise over Mawenzi. Those who are still feeling strong can make the three hour round trip to Uhuru Peak (5,895 m), passing close to the spectacular glaciers and ice cliffs that still occupy most of the summit area. The descent to Kibo (4,700 m) is surprisingly fast and, after some refreshment, we continue the descent to reach Horombo Camp (3,720 m).
Day 6
Descent down through moorland to Mandara Hut
A steady descent takes us down through moorland to Mandara Hut (2,720m), the first stopping place at the Marangu route. We then continue descending through lovely lush forest on a good path to the National Park gate at Marangu (1,879 m).
Day 7
End of the trek, you will be transferred to airport for your flight back home
Trip Inclusion
- Accommodations.
- Meals(Breakfast, Lunch and dinner-Full board).
- Mineral water and soft drinks.
- Transfer to and from the airport.
- Park fees.
- Ngorongoro Crater fee.
- Professional-private and Experienced driver guide/Tour guide.
- Concession fees.
- Government Taxes (VAT).
Trip Exclusion
Flights Tickets and visa.
Personal expenses.
Medical service.
Tip to the guide’s.
- Inquire This Tour
IMPORTANTS INFOMATION
Medical Check up
During Climbing
- Before Start Hike
- Before Dinner
Why Check up
- Safe
- Health
Availability
- January through mid-March
- Mid-June through October
- December
Duration
7 days, 6 Night +2 days at hotel
Group Size
2mins- 12 max
Gear list
- Top Thermal Leyar
- Bottom Thermal Leyar
- 1-2 Pair of Hiking Pants
- 1 Hardshell jacket
- 1-2Short – Sleeved t-shirt
- I Pair of warm trekking pants
- 1-2 Long sleeved hiking shirt
- 1 Soft shell insulated winter jacket
- 4-5 Pant of underwear
- 1Cozy fleece jacket
- 1pair of worn in sturdy hiking boot
- 3-4 pairs of socks. Merino wool is recommended
- Rain coat
- Rain pants
- Day backpack
- Duffel bag (recommended size 90L)
- Sleeping bag
- Snacks
Meeting Point
We’ll pick you up at Kilimanjaro International Airport and then transfer you to your hotel in Moshi, Tanzania. You will then stay overnight and in the morning, we’ll drive to the gate where we will start our Kilimanjaro trekking. Please note: the hotel and transfers are included in the price.
Meals
On all of our Kilimanjaro tours, all of our meals are freshly prepared on the mountain by our talented chef, so when we arrive to camp after a long day of hiking, we have a delicious hot meal for both vegetarians and non-vegetarians waiting for us.