Five Days Rongai Trek
5 days—Climb Kilimanjaro via the northern Rongai Route, a scenic path offering quiet trails, stunning views, and a higher summit success rate.
$1350-1850 USD
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Safari summary
This 5-day Rongai Route climb is designed for trekkers who want a quicker yet rewarding ascent of Kilimanjaro. Approaching from the north near the Kenyan border, the route is less crowded and features gradual slopes, giving climbers a higher chance of summit success.
Trek through rainforest, moorlands, and alpine desert with spectacular views of Mawenzi Peak and the Kenyan plains. The itinerary includes a pre-dawn summit attempt to Uhuru Peak at 5,895 meters, returning via the same trail to Rongai Gate.
Your experienced guides provide expert advice on pacing, acclimatization, and safety, while porters carry camping gear and set up comfortable tents. Meals on the mountain are prepared daily to maintain energy. After the descent, relax at a lodge in Moshi and celebrate your achievement.
This short itinerary is ideal for climbers with limited time but still seeking a complete Kilimanjaro experience.
About this tour
Tour type | Custom, tailor-made, private | |
Main focus | None | |
Activity level | Strenuous activity | |
Best months | January, February, March, June, July, August, September, October, December | |
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Fine details
Safari highlights
- Hiking | trekking
What’s included?
- Accommodation
- Airport transfers
- Meals
- Park fees
- Private vehicle and driver
What’s not included?
- Alcoholic beverages
- International flights
- Premium alcoholic beverages
- Spa treatments
- Tips and gratuities
- Visas
Itinerary
Arrival in Moshi
Arrive at Kilimanjaro Airport, transfer to Moshi Coffee Lodge, check equipment, and attend trek briefing. Overnight: Moshi Coffee Lodge
Moshi Coffee Lodge
Moshi – Rongai Gate – First Camp
Kilimanjaro
Drive to Rongai Gate for registration, then trek through farmland and forest to First Camp. Overnight: Tent Camp
Tent Camp
First Camp – Second Camp
Kilimanjaro
Trek through montane forest into moorlands. Scenic views of Mawenzi Peak. Overnight: Tent Camp
Tent Camp
Second Camp – Summit – Third Camp
Kilimanjaro
Pre-dawn summit attempt to Uhuru Peak. Descend to Third Camp to rest after the challenging day. Overnight: Tent Camp
Tent Camp
Third Camp – Rongai Gate – Moshi
Kilimanjaro
Descend through moorlands and forest to Rongai Gate. Transfer back to Moshi for rest and celebration. Overnight: Moshi Coffee Lodge
Moshi Coffee Lodge
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