Rongai route 6 Days

7 Days Kilimanjaro Trek – Rongai Route

$2220-2500 USD

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Safari summary

The Rongai route lies quite near the Kenyan border is used to access Mount Kilimanjaro from the north and it is the only and sole route to do so. This route experiences less traffic of climbers even though it’s popularity continues to rise, albeit gradually. Rongai’s slope is not steep as compared to the other Mount Kilimanjaro routes hence more people are opting for this route in preference to the much popular Marangu route.
The other advantage of then Rongai Route is that by virtue of its location, this route receives less rain during the rainy season meaning it becomes less muddy and easier to climb and it is suitable for those people who have less experience in Mountain climbing.
Descent of Rongai Route is made via the Marangu route.
Orongai African Safaris offers Rongai Route as a seven day group climb or a six or seven private climb. The six-day option does not include an extra day for acclimatization on the fourth day at the Mawenzi Tarn.

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

Itinerary

Day 2

Kilimanjaro

We begin this morning with a steady incline up to Second Cave. We continue trekking though moorland, leaving the main trail for a smaller path towards the jagged peaks of Mawenzi, before finally arriving at Kikelewa Cave for the night.

camping

Day 3

Kilimanjaro

The hike today is short and steep up a grassy slope. Views of the wilderness area are stunning. As we exit the heath zone and emerge into the Alpine Desert zone, the landscape changes dramatically. Our camp is situated beneath the jagged spires of Mawenzi, at Mawenzi Tarn. The remainder of the day can be spent relaxing or exploring the area.

camping

Day 4

Kilimanjaro

Day 4: Mawenzi Tarn to Mawenzi Ridge This is an extra day meant for acclimatization and can be spent day hiking on Mawenzi Ridge. The unique landscape offers motivating views of Kibo and Mawenzi. After spending a few moments exploring the area we head back to Mawenzi Tarn for camp.

Camping

Day 5

Kilimanjaro

Day 5: Mawenzi Tarn to Kibo Hut We climb gradually, then cross the lunar desert of the “Saddle” between Mawenzi and Kibo. Our camp, Kibo Hut, sits at the bottom of the Kibo crater wall. Once here we rest, enjoy an early dinner to prepare for the summit day.

Camping

Day 6

Kilimanjaro

Day 6: Kibo Hut to Uhuru Peak Very early in the morning (around midnight), we begin our push to the summit. This is the most mentally and physically challenging portion of the trek. The wind and cold at this elevation and time of day can be extreme. We ascend in the darkness for several hours while taking frequent, but short, breaks. At Gilman’s point (18,600 ft), you will be rewarded with the most magnificent sunrise you are ever likely to see coming over Mawenzi Peak.

Camping

Day 7

Kilimanjaro

Day 7: Horombo Hut to Marangu Gate On our last day, we have a long trek mostly downhill through the tropical rainforest. Once at the park headquarters at Marangu gate, we collect our summit certificates. A vehicle will meet us here and drive us back to the hotel in Moshi.

Camping

Day 7

Kilimanjaro

On our last day, we have a long trek mostly downhill through the tropical rainforest. Once at the park headquarters at Marangu gate, we collect our summit certificates. A vehicle will meet us here and drive us back to the hotel in Moshi.

Hotel

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