Climb Kilimanjaro Rongai Route
7 Days Rongai Route Kilimanjaro Climbing Tour
$1681-2000 USD
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Safari summary
Are you ready for the adventure of a lifetime? If you're an avid climber seeking a unique and exhilarating experience, look no further than the 7-day Rongai Route Kilimanjaro Climbing Tour. This extraordinary journey will take you to the roof of Africa, where you'll conquer the mighty Mount Kilimanjaro and create memories that will last a lifetime.
About this tour
Tour type | Set-date, set-itinerary, group | |
Main focus | Hiking | trekking | |
Activity level | Strenuous activity | |
Best months | All months | |
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Fine details
Safari highlights
- Walking safari—with armed guard
- Photography safari—with professional guide
- Hiking | trekking
What’s included?
- Accommodation
- Meals
- Park fees
- Private vehicle and driver
What’s not included?
- Accommodation
- Alcoholic beverages
- All drinks
- Hot air balloons
- Internal flights
- International flights
- Laundry
- Premium alcoholic beverages
- Spa treatments
- Tips and gratuities
- Visas
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Tanzania
Kilimanjaro
Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport and transfer to your hotel in Moshi. Attend a pre-climb briefing with your tour operator to go over the details of the climb.Rest and prepare for the upcoming adventure
Kilimanjaro White House
Day 2: Rongai Gate to Simba Camp
Kilimanjaro
Drive to Kilimanjaro Rongai Gate, the starting point of the climb.Complete necessary registration and meet your climbing team.Begin the climb through lush rainforest, observing the rich biodiversity.Climb for approximately 3-4 hours to reach Kilimanjaro Simba Camp.Set up camp, enjoy dinner, and spend the night at Kilimanjaro Simba Camp.
Kilimanjaro Simba Camp
Day 3: Simba Camp to Kikelewa Camp
Kilimanjaro
Resume the ascent through moorland and open grassy terrain.Enjoy scenic views of the surrounding landscape.Trek for about 6-7 hours to reach Kilimanjaro Kikelewa Camp.Set up camp, have dinner, and rest overnight at Kilimanjaro Kikelewa Camp.
Kilimanjaro Kikelewa Camp
Day 4: Mawenzi Tarn Camp
Kilimanjaro
Continue the climb, passing through the Alpine Desert zone.Appreciate the unique environment and stunning vistas.Hike for approximately 4-5 hours to reach Kilimanjaro Mawenzi Tarn Camp.Set up camp, have dinner, and spend the night at Kilimanjaro Mawenzi Tarn Camp.
Kilimanjaro Mawenzi Tarn Camp
Day 5: Kilimanjaro Kibo Hut
Kilimanjaro
Trek across the Saddle, a barren and lunar-like desert.Notice the increasing altitude and thinning air.Hike for about 5-6 hours to reach Kilimanjaro Kibo Hut.Rest, eat, and prepare for the summit attempt.Have an early dinner and get some rest at Kilimanjaro Kibo Hut.
Kilimanjaro Kibo Hut
Day 6: Kibo Hut to Uhuru Peak
Kilimanjaro
Begin the summit push around midnight, guided by headlamps. Ascend the challenging terrain towards Kilimanjaro Uhuru Peak, the summit of Kilimanjaro.Watch the sunrise from the summit and celebrate your achievement.Descend back to Kibo Hut, rest briefly, then continue to Kilimanjaro Horombo Hut.Trek for a total of approximately 12-14 hours.Have dinner and spend the night at Kilimanjaro Horombo Hut.
Kilimanjaro Horombo Hut.
Day 7: Horombo Hut to Marangu Gate
Kilimanjaro
Descend through the lush rainforest from Kilimanjaro Horombo Hut to Kilimanjaro Marangu Gate.Receive your summit certificates at the gate, commemorating your successful climb.Transfer back to your hotel in Moshi or Arusha.Rest, relax, and reflect on your remarkable Kilimanjaro climbing experience.
Hotel
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