ADRENALINE RONGAI ROUTE.

6 days—RONGAI ROUTE 6 DAYS.

$2100-2300 USD

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Safari summary

It is preferred due to its gradual ascent and unspoiled wilderness.
The Rongai Route is the only route that approaches Kilimanjaro from the north, near the Kenyan border. Rongai's ascent profile is very similar to that of Marangu. It is one of Kilimanjaro's easier routes. The climb to the top is gradual and steady. However, unlike Marangu, this route has low crowds and passes through remote wilderness areas. It is probably the only route where seeing wildlife in the first days is possible.

About this tour

	Tour type	Set-date, set-itinerary, group
	Main focus	Hiking \| trekking
	Activity level	Strenuous activity
	Best months	January, February, March, April, July, August, September, October, November, December
	Countries	Tanzania
	Parks	Kilimanjaro

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Safari highlights

Hiking | trekking

Itinerary

Moshi/Arusha-Rongai Gate.

Kilimanjaro

Day 1-Rongai Gate (1,800m/5,900ft) to First Cave Camp (2,600m/8,400ft) Elevation Gain: 760m/2,000 feet After breakfast idrive for 3 hrs to to Rongai Gate.The first day, hike through forests where you may see wildlife.Lunch on the trail then continue to the camp.Rongai ascends via the less forested northern side of the mountain.Rongai Route is one of the least crowded routes on Kilimanjaro because of the long drive to the gate.The trail is thought to have the best chance of viewing wildlife.

First Cave Camp.

First Cave Camp -Kikelelwa Camp.

Kilimanjaro

Day 2-First Cave Camp (2,600m/8,400ft) to Kikelewa Camp (3,600m/11,810ft) Elevation Gain: 1,000 meters, 3,280 feet During day two hike through Kilimanjaro's moorland. The Rongai route is relatively short and steep, making for shorter hiking times. During this day, view Mawenzi Peak ahead.

Kikelelwa Camp.

Kikelelwa Camp -Mawenzi Tarn Camp

Kilimanjaro

Day 3-Kikelewa Camp (3,600m/11,810ft) to Mawenzi Tarn Camp (4,330m/14,200ft) Elevation Gain: 730 meters, 2,390 feet This day is an acclimatization day, allowing you to hike in the beginning of the day and rest in the afternoon and evening. The hike is relatively short but steep. The Mawenzi Tarn campsite is situated below Mawenzi Peak and offers stunning views of both Mawenzi and Kibo.

Mawenzi Tarn Camp

Mawenzi Tarn Camp-Kibo Camp.

Kilimanjaro

Day 4-Mawenzi Tarn Camp (4,330m/14,200ft) to Kibo Camp (4,750m/15,580ft) Elevation Gain: 420 meters/1380 feet Cross the lunar landscape of the saddle on this day to arrive at the final campsite. Kibo Camp is situated directly below the Kibo cone, giving you views of your final destination.

Kibo Camp.

Kibo Camp -Horombo Hut.

Kilimanjaro

Day 5-Kibo Camp (4,750m/15,580ft) to Uhuru Peak (5,895m/19,340ft) to Horombo Hut (3,720m/12,200ft) Elevation Gain: 1,145m/ 3,760 feet Elevation Loss: 2,175 meters, 7,140 feet At midnight start the ascent, through steep trail to the Gilman's Point.The hike from Gilman's to Uhuru Peak is a gradual climb and.The altitude,however,makes the hike long and tiring.The crater rim hike takes approximately two hours.Upon reaching Uhuru,take photos at the peak before the descent to Horombo Hut.

Horombo Hut.

Horombo Hut -Marangu Gate.

Kilimanjaro

Day 6-Horombo Hut (3,720m/12,200ft) to Marangu Gate (1,800m/5,905ft) Elevation Loss: 1,920 meters, 6,295 feet After breakfast, finish the trek with a descent to Marangu Gate. Your last hike on Kilimanjaro is a beautiful one, passing through Kilimanjaro's cloud forest. Watch your step during the descent, as the trail can be slippery. Our vehicles will be waiting at Marangu Gate to take you back to Moshi or Arusha.

Kili Wonders, Parkview Inn,Panama Hotel.

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