7 Days Rongai Route

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Tour Details

The Rongai route is the only route that approaches Kilimanjaro from the north, close to the Kenyan border. Though gaining popularity amongst climbers, this route still experiences low crowds. Rongai has a more gradual slope than the mountain’s other routes. It is the preferred route for those looking for an alternative to the popular Marangu route, for those who would like a more remote hike, and for those who are climbing during the rainy season (the north side receives less precipitation). Rongai is a moderately difficult route, and is highly recommended, especially for those with less backpacking experience.

INCLUDES

  • Transport from/to park gate & airport transfer
  • Pre & post climb accommodation (B&B) in Moshi/Arusha
  • Park, camping & rescue fees
  • Tents& mattress
  • Professional English-speaking guide(s); porters & cook
  • Water; tea and coffee with meals
  • Chemical portable Toilet

EXCLUDES

  • Flights
  • Travel insurance
  • Visa and passport fees
  • Increases in park fees where applicable
  • Personal equipment
  • Sleeping bags
  • Tips for guide(s), porters & cook
  • Soda and Alcoholic beverages

Itinerary

Day 0 | Arrive in Tanzania

You will be picked up at the Kilimanjaro International Airport and transferred to your arranged hotel in Arusha. you will meet your guide who will brief you on your upcoming trek and do an equipment check to make sure you have all the necessary mountain gears. Gear which is missing can be rented on this day.

Hotel: Bed & Breakfast


Day 1 | Nalemoru Gate (1990m) to Simba Camp (2625m)

This morning we will drive to the village of Nale Moru for the starting point of the Rongai route. The first stage of the trek is through farmland and pine forests. You may have chance to see the beautiful Colobus monkeys or if you’re lucky enough, elephants or buffalos en route. Our first camp will be the Simba Camp located at the edge of the moorland zone at 2625m.

Distance covered: 8km / 5mi Approx. time taken: 4 – 5 hours Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included


Day 2| Simba Camp (2625m) to 2nd Cave Camp (3480m)

The morning hike is a steady ascent up to the Second Cave Camp located in the moorland zone with superb views of Kibo and the Eastern ice fields on the crater rim

Distance covered: 5km / 3.1mi Approx. time taken: 3 – 4 hours Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included


Day 3 | 2nd Cave Camp (3480m) to Kikelewa Camp (3630m)

Leaving the pine forest behind, we carry on with a steady ascent walking though moorland. There are superb views of the Eastern ice fields on the crater rim of Kibo, the highest of the three volcanoes which form the mountain. We will leave the main trail and strike out across moorland on a smaller path towards the jagged peaks of Mawenzi, the second of Kilimanjaro’s volcanoes. We will set up camp today in the sheltered valley near Kikelewa caves at 3630m

Distance covered: 5km / 3.1mi Approx. time taken: 3 – 4 hours Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included


Day 4 | Kikelewa Camp (3630m) to Mawenzi Tarn Hut (4310m)

This morning we have a short but steep ascent up grassy slopes which is rewarded by a superb view of the Kenyan plains to the north. We leave vegetation behind shortly before reaching our next camp at Mawenzi Tarn Hut directly below the towering cliffs of Mawenzi. This afternoon you have chance to rest or explore the surrounding area to aid acclimatization.

Distance covered: 8km / 5mi Approx. time taken: 4 – 5 hours Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included


Day 5 | Mawenzi Tarn Hut (4310m) to Kibo Hut (4700m)

We leave our campsite and cross the lunar desert of the ‘saddle’ between Mawenzi and Kibo After a couple hours trekking, reach this spectacular place, with the summit of Kilimanjaro in the background and our trail to the high camp stretched out before our eyes. Upon reaching our camp the remainder of the day will be spent resting in preparation of the final ascent after a very early night!

Distance covered: 8km / 5mi Approx. time taken: : 5 – 6 hours Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included


Day 6 | Kibo Hut (4700m) to UHURU PEAK (5895m) & down to Horombo Hut (3700m)

This is  “The Big Day” – the summit stage. You will begin your final ascent around midnight which will be long and strenuous. Passing the Hans Meyer Cave at 5220m, the climb slowly but surely goes upwards. sunrise will find you at or near Gillman’s Point (5681m) – the crater rim of Kilimanjaro – where the sun will slowly start to warm up the land. You will have soon forgotten the cold of the night and after a further hike of 1 – 2 hours, you will reach Uhuru Peak at 5895m. On your return to Kibo Hut, a warm meal awaits you followed by a 1hour break before proceeding back down to Horombo Hut.

Distance covered: 22km / 13.7mi i Approx. time taken: 112 – 15 hours Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included


Day 7 | Horombo Hut (3700m) to Marangu Gate (1860m)

The last stage passes through the heath and moor zone to the Mandara Hut (2700m) where a warm lunch is waiting for you. Soon, you will once again pass the tropical rainforest and after a total time of 6 hours trekking, you will be back at the Kilimanjaro National Park Gate (1860m). After saying goodbye to your crew, a short transfer follows to take you back to your hotel in Arusha. Once you get there, you can take a warm and relaxing shower and celebrate your success in reaching the summit of the Kilimanjaro.

Distance covered: 9.1km / 7.5miles Approx. time taken: 3 hours Meals: Breakfast, Lunch


Day 8 | Depart Tanzania

The day is left free to wind down after the trek before your flight home. Depending on flight times you could go and explore  Arusha  town and grab some souvenirs before heading to the airport. Our vehicle will be ready to take you to the airport at your time.

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Fredrick

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our African safari was great

December 14, 2016
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