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.

$2150-2350 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
Countries
Parks

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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