Mt. Kilimanjaro Climb

6 DAYS RONGAI ROUTE CLIMB MT. KILIMANJARO

$1840-2040 USD

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Safari summary

The Rongai Route is the only trail that starts from the Northern, or Kenyan side of Mt. Kilimanjaro
Because of its remote location the route offers trekkers a relatively unspoilt wilderness experience where it is possible to see large wildlife like antelope, elephant and buffalo.
The North-East side of the mountain gets significantly less moisture than the southern slopes which means that trekkers are less likely to encounter rain. Trekkers are also more likely to get clear, unclouded views of the mountain.
The Rongai Route is flatter than the other Mt. Kilimanjaro routes
Summit night from Kibo Hut is steep and follows the same path taken by Marangu trekkers which passes Gilman’s Point to Uhuru Peak.
Due to its remote setting the Rongai Route receives the least traffic of all the routes on Kilimanjaro.
The Rongai Route descends via the Marangu trail.

About this tour

	Tour type	Set-date, set-itinerary, group
	Main focus	Hiking \| trekking
	Activity level	Strenuous activity
	Best months	All months
	Countries	Tanzania
	Parks	Kilimanjaro

Fine details

Safari highlights

Night game drives
Hiking | trekking

What’s included?

Accommodation
All drinks
Meals
Park fees

What’s not included?

Alcoholic beverages
Hot air balloons
Internal flights
International flights
Laundry
Meals
Premium alcoholic beverages
Private vehicle and driver
Spa treatments
Tips and gratuities
Visas

Itinerary

Rongai Gate –1st Caves Camp

Kilimanjaro

You will be picked up from Arusha to the Marangu Gate, the porters will organize the belongings for the hike while you and your guide register with the Tanzania National Park. You will be transferred by vehicle to the Rongai trailhead. The trail begins in the tall cornfields then leads into the pine forest. This trail has a gradual ascend and allows hikers to enjoy their surroundings. About halfway up the trail you will have a lunch and you will reach the 1st Caves Camp in the late afternoon

cave camp

1st Caves Camp – Kikelewa Cave

Kilimanjaro

Following a hot breakfast, hikers will continue their ascent to Kikelewa Cave (3600m). The trail passes Second Cave (3450m) and this is a good spot to take a lunch break. Like the first night, your tents will be set up prior to arriving at camp and the porters will prepare drinking and washing water for you. You will enjoy evening snacks then dinner prepared by our chef. Be prepared for a cold night as temperatures drop below freezing at this exposed camp.

kikelewa cave

Kikelewa Cave – Mawenzi Tarn camp

Kilimanjaro

On this day, hikers will enjoy a short, yet steep trail to Mawenzi Tarn Camp (4330m). In the moorland, you will spot exotic plants, including giant lobelia and groundsel. At camp, hikers will enjoy spectacular views and allow their bodies to acclimate. Hot dinner and washing water will be prepared for hikers as they enjoy the magnificent sunset.

Mawenzi Tarn Camp

Mawenzi Tarn Camp – Kibo Hut

Kilimanjaro

After breakfast, hikers will continue ascending east for a half-day hike to Kibo Hut. Kibo is located in the “Saddle,” which refers to the area located between the peaks of Mawenzi and Kibo in an alpine desert. There is no water at this camp, but hikers can buy mineral water and soft drinks at the camp office. An early dinner will be served so hikers can rest before attempting the summit the same night. Your guide will brief you in detail on how to prepare for summit night.

kibo Hut

Summit Attempt

Kilimanjaro

You continue your ascent to Gillman’s point. Reaching this section is an impressive achievement as the trail is steep, rocky, and at high altitude. Gillman’s is located on the crater rim. You will usually experience a snow-covered trail until you reach the summit. You will be able to spend a short time on the summit taking photo and drinking tea before the descent to Barafu begins. At Kibo Hut, you will rest and enjoy lunch in the sun. After eating, you will continue descending to Horombo Hut

Horombo hut

Horombo Hut – Marangu Gate

Kilimanjaro

It is here on the mountain that you will present your tips to the guide, assistant guides, chef(s), and porters. After celebrating, you will descend back to Marangu Gate. The National Park requires all hikers to sign their names to receive certificates of completion. Hikers who reached Gillman’s Point receive green certificates and hikers who reached Uhuru Peak receive gold certificates. You will drive back to Moshi Town for long overdue showers and more celebrations.

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