Six days rongai route

6 days—The best 6-day Kilimanjaro hike starts and ends in Moshi Tanzania, at 5,895 meters Africa's highest mountain, and follows the seven summit routes

$1200-6000 USD

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Safari summary

This 6 days Rongai route on the Kilimanjaro hike starts and ends in Moshi Tanzania with the most affordable price is from $1200 to $6000 per traveler; this price depends on various factors including park fees and transportation. This best price can also be paid in US dollars, Tanzanian shillings, Euros, or Pounds. This 6 days Rongai route gives you the opportunity to hike the highest mountain in Africa and the highest single free-standing mountain above sea level in the world: 5,895 m above sea level and about 4,900 m above its plateau base.

This 6 days Kilimanjaro route via Rongai route is one of the easier routes up Kilimanjaro. Rongai is the only route to approach Kilimanjaro from the north, and the descent is via the Marangu Route. Summit Night from Kibo Hut is steep and follows the same path taken by the Marangu route, which passes Gilman’s Point to Uhuru Peak. There are several variations; the one described is a longer route taken in Mawenzi Tarn. Rongai is also one of the routes where seeing wildlife on Kilimanjaro is still possible.

This 6-day Rongai Route has an average summit success rate ranging from 78% to 90%, making it a prime choice for those seeking a victorious ascent on Africa's majestic and highest peak, Kilimanjaro. This exclusive trek offers a refreshing escape from the standard and busier routes, providing a unique and less crowded experience amidst the breathtaking wilderness of Tanzania.

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

Bird watching—with professional guide
Hiking | trekking

What’s included?

Park fees

Itinerary

Day 1: Nalemoru gate to Simba Camp

Kilimanjaro

You will have breakfast before all the gear is loaded. It is a long drive – about four hours – to the north side of Kilimanjaro. After registration at Nalemoru Gate, the hike begins. You will walk pass small farms, pine trees, and then up into the forest on the mountain slopes. You might be lucky to see the colobus monkeys with extravagant black and whitetails.

camping

Day 2: Simba camp to Kikelewa Camp

Kilimanjaro

After some hot porridge and eggs, you will set off on today’s section. Vegetation is changing and you see more shrubs as you walk through the moorland zone. On a clear day, you should see the Kenyan plains and Mawenzi peak. There will be a break at Second Cave (3450 m) where you will stop for lunch before crossing over some ups and downs to reach Kikelewa Camp. Tea is served! The camp has great views. Relax and breathe in the tranquillity of the mountain.

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Day 3: Kikulewa Camp to Mawenzi

Kilimanjaro

Today you will not see the weird-looking species as the landscape change to resemble a rocky moon landscape. If there are no clouds, you will see the Mawenzi and Kibo peaks. After about six hours of work, you should reach Mawenzi Hut. A small lake nearby freezes over at night so expect the night to be very cold. Fear not, a hot supper waits.

camping

Day 4: Mawenzi hut to Kibo hut

Kilimanjaro

On a good firm path, you will cross the Saddle today. You will feel the altitude and might experience symptoms of altitude sickness – headache and nausea? Takes lots of fluid and keeps going very slowly. You will hear your guide say pole pole – slowly slowly. One last tough section and you will be there. You will camp at the Kibo Hut tonight, but not before some dinner and hot chocolate.

Day 5: Kibo - Uhuru peak- Horombo

Kilimanjaro

Rise and shine! It will be dark and very cold when you enter the darkness on the way to the top. A row of headlights in front of you will show the way. Take it slow and listen to your guide. The ground will be frozen and you will get very tired, but keep going. After about seven hours you will be standing on the crater’s rim – Gillman’s Point (5685 m). Warming up in the sun, it is just an hour or two to reach Uhuru Peak at 5 895m. You will be standing on the highest mountain in Africa!

Day 6: Horombo hut to Marangu gate

Kilimanjaro

Today is the last day on the mountain. The descent to Marangu Gate will take about six hours. Here, the crew will say farewell and the transfer driver will be waiting. At Sal Salinero Hotel, cold drinks will be waiting too. No doubt you will enjoy a shower and a swim before sitting down for supper to celebrate your adventure.

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