six days kilimanjaro rongai

Safari summary

The 6-day Rongai Route

The Rongai Route is one of the less crowded routes on Mount Kilimanjaro, and it is the only route that approaches the mountain from the north. The 6-day Rongai Route is a challenging but scenic trek that offers trekkers a unique perspective of the mountain.

The 6-day Rongai Route starts at the northern foot of Kilimanjaro, near the Kenyan border. The first day of the trek is a gradual ascent through maize fields and banana plantations before entering the montane forest. The second day continues through the forest until reaching the first campsite, known as Simba Camp.

On the third day, trekkers leave Simba Camp and ascend through moorland to reach Kikelewa Camp. This day offers stunning views of Mawenzi Peak, one of Kilimanjaro’s three volcanic cones. The fourth day is a challenging hike to Mawenzi Tarn Camp, which sits at the base of Mawenzi Peak.

The fifth day is a long and gradual ascent to Kibo Hut, which sits at the foot of Kilimanjaro’s highest peak, Uhuru Peak. Trekkers typically wake up in the early hours of the morning on the sixth day to begin their summit attempt. The hike to Uhuru Peak is steep and challenging, but the reward is worth it - trekkers are treated to breathtaking views of the African landscape as they stand on top of Africa’s highest peak.

After summiting, trekkers descend back to Kibo Hut for a short rest before continuing their descent to Horombo Hut for their final night on the mountain. The final day of the trek is a long descent back to the park gate, where trekkers can celebrate their achievement with a cold beer or soda before being transported back to their hotel.

Overall, the 6-day Rongai Route is a challenging but rewarding trek that offers trekkers a unique perspective of Mount Kilimanjaro. While it may not be as popular as some of the other routes, its remote location and stunning scenery make it an excellent choice for experienced trekkers looking for a more secluded experience on Kilimanjaro.

6 Days Rongai Route Itinerary

The 6-day Rongai Route itinerary for climbing Mount Kilimanjaro typically follows the following schedule:

Day 1: Rongai Gate (1,950m) to First Cave Camp (2,600m)
Day 2: First Cave Camp (2,600m) to Kikelewa Cave Camp (3,600m)
Day 3: Kikelewa Cave Camp (3,600m) to Mawenzi Tarn Camp (4,330m)
Day 4: Acclimatization Day at Mawenzi Tarn Camp
Day 5: Mawenzi Tarn Camp (4,330m) to Kibo Hut (4,700m)
Day 6: Summit Attempt - Kibo Hut (4,700m) to Uhuru Peak (5,895m) and descent to Horombo Hut (3,720m)

About this tour

	Tour type	Custom, tailor-made, private
	Main focus	Hiking | trekking
	Activity level	Strenuous activity
	Best months	January, February, March, April, June, July, August, September, October, November, December
	Countries	Tanzania
	Parks	Kilimanjaro

Fine details

Safari highlights

• Hiking | trekking

What’s included?

• Accommodation
• All drinks
• Meals
• Park fees
• Private vehicle and driver

What’s not included?

• Internal flights
• International flights
• Tips and gratuities
• Visas