Rongai Route
TOUR OVERVIEW
This is the only trail that approaches Mount Kilimanjaro from the north, near Kenyan border. It is known for its remote wilderness, fewer crowds and gradual ascent, making it a great choice for trekkers seeking a quiter and scenic climb. Our itinerary has provided a detailed information about this package and what it includes.
PRICE START FROM
Tour Accomodation
Green Mountain Hotel
Tour Destinations
Machame Gate, Simba Camp,Kikelewa Camp, Mawenzi Tarn Camp, Kibo Camp,, Uhuru Peak,Horombo Hut and Marangu Gate
Full Itinerary
Where to Stay
Green Mountain hotel
JRO - Arusha-Green Mountain Hotel
Meet and Greet at Kilimanjaro International airport and transferred to Green Mountain hotel for Bed and Breakfast- Karibu
Where to Stay
Simba Camp
Rongai Gate (1,800m/5,900ft) to Simba Camp (2,600m/8,400ft) Elevation Gain: 760 m, 2,000ft
At 8am, leave Moshi for Machame Gate, where you will meet our porters, guides, and cooks that will spend the next seven days trekking with you to Uhuru Peak, the roof of Africa. Once you arrive, wait at the gate while we register your climb and the porters and guides make final preparations.
Your first day’s destination is Machame Camp. Each day, porters and cooks will walk ahead to set up the camp in time for your arrival. On the first day, hike through the moss-covered trees of Kilimanjaro’s cloud forest. The forest will thin at the end of the hike and vegetation will change to include heathers, tall grasses and wildflowers. If the weather is clear, view the surrounding area and your ultimate destination, Kibo Peak.
Where to Stay
Shira Camp
Simba Camp (2,600m/8,400ft) to Kikelewa Camp (3,600m/11,810ft) Elevation Gain: 1,000 m,3,280ft
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.
Where to Stay
Barranco Camp
Kikelewa Camp (3,600m/11,810ft) to Mawenzi Tarn Camp (4,330m/14,200ft) Elevation Gain: 730 m, 2,390ft
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.
Where to Stay
Kibo Camp
Mawenzi Tarn Camp (4,330m/14,200ft) to Kibo Camp (4,750m/15,580ft) Elevation Gain: 420 m/1380ft
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.
Where to Stay
Horombo Hut
Kibo Camp (4,750m/15,580ft) to Uhuru Peak (5,895m/19,340ft) to Horombo Hut (3,720m/12,200ft) Elevation Gain: ,145 m,3,760 ft Elevation Loss:2,175 m,7,140 ft
Around midnight, begin the final ascent to Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa. For the next six hours, hike by the light of your flashlight. The ascent to the crater rim is the most challenging part of the entire trek. The trail is very steep until you reach the crater rim at Gilman’s Point.
The hike from Gilman’s to Uhuru Peak is a gradual climb and, as far as hikes go, not very difficult. The altitude, however, makes the hike long and tiring. The crater rim hike takes approximately two hours. Upon reaching Uhuru, take photos of your guide and group at the peak before beginning the descent to Horombo Hut.
Where to Stay
Marangu Gate
Horombo Hut (3,720m/12,200ft) to Marangu Gate (1,800m/5,905ft) Elevation Loss:1,920 m,6,295 ft
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. You will be able to buy t-shirts and sodas at the gate.
Where to Stay
No Accommodation
Arusha –Kilimanjaro Airport
After breakfast pick up from your hotel then transfer to Airport for your flight out.
Price inclusion
- Meeting at Kilimanjaro International Airport;
- Transfer to the hotel
- Kilimanjaro National Park permits
- Kilimanjaro National Park rescue fees
- Transfer to the hotel — Green Mountain in Arusha.
- Accommodation prior to the climb (including breakfast; sharing a twin room)
- Transfer to the trail head
- Professional mountain crew. All guides have “Wilderness First Responder” and “Wilderness First Aid” certificates, along with over 7 years of experience in climbing. Each participant will be provided with adequate number of porters (who can carry up to 15 kg of personal baggage).
- Kilimanjaro National Park permits
- Kilimanjaro National Park rescue fees
- Camping/hut fees
- 3 square meals daily. The menu includes different soups, garnishes, several types of fish and meat, fresh fruit and vegetables; vegetarian options are available upon request;
- Modern Mountain Hardware tents.
- Oxygen systems and pulse ox meters;
- First aid kit
- Warm and comfortable sleeping pads (2 inches thick)
- Group equipment (dining tent, table, chairs, crockery and cutlery)
- Meeting the group at the National Park exit and transfer to the hotel
- Accommodation after the climb (including breakfast; sharing a twin room);
- International certificates for a successful ascent;
- Return transfer to Kilimanjaro airport.
Price Exclusion
- Travel and personal accident insurance.
- Visa, passport, vaccinations, medicines.
- Personal Mountain equipment.
- Expenditure on alcoholic drinks, souvenirs and other personal items.
- Optional excursions not detailed in the itinerary.
- Additional optional accommodation added at the base hotel or extra days on the mountain added.
- Treated drinking water other than boiled.
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