Embark on a 7-day Kilimanjaro climb via the Rongai Route and experience diverse climate zones, stunning views, and the chance to see Mount Kilimanjaro from both sides.
Embark on a 7-day Kilimanjaro climb via the Rongai Route and experience diverse climate zones, stunning views, and the chance to see Mount Kilimanjaro from both sides.
Rongai Gate (1950m) – Simba Camp (2600m).
Simba Camp - Following breakfast, transfer to Rongai Gate to commence the trek through vibrant pine forests leading to Simba Camp, where wildlife such as colobus monkeys may be spotted.
Elevation: 1,950m to 2,671m
Trekking Time: 3-4 hours
Simba Camp to Second Cave
Simba Camp - Continue the trek…
Rongai Gate (1950m) – Simba Camp (2600m).
Simba Camp - Following breakfast, transfer to Rongai Gate to commence the trek through vibrant pine forests leading to Simba Camp, where wildlife such as colobus monkeys may be spotted.
Elevation: 1,950m to 2,671m
Trekking Time: 3-4 hours
Simba Camp to Second Cave
Simba Camp - Continue the trek with stunning views of Kibo Peak and the Kenyan plains. Arrive at Second Cave Camp, where the terrain becomes more rugged and expansive.
Elevation: 2,671m to 3,450m
Trekking Time: 5-6 hours
Second Tarn Cave (2600m) – Kikelewa Cave (3600m).
Kikelewa Cave (3600) – Mawenzi Tarn Camp (4330m).
Mawenzi Tarn Camp (4330m) – Kibo Hut (4700m).
Summit Attempt, Kibo Hut (4700m) – Uhuru Peak (5895m) – Horombo Hut (3720m).
Uhuru Peak - Begin the summit attempt at midnight, trekking to Gillman’s Point and onward to Uhuru Peak (5,895m). After celebrating at the summit, descend to Horombo Hut for an overnight stay.
Elevation: 4,750m to 5,895m, then down to 3,720m
Trekking Time: 10-12 hours
Horombo Hut (3720m) – Marangu Gate (1980m). - Moshi
Marangu - Make the final descent through the rainforest to Marangu Gate. This is also the last day with the crew, so tipping is highly encouraged.
After receiving the summit certificate, transfer back to Moshi for a well-earned rest.
Elevation: 3,720m to 1,860m
Trekking Time: 5-6 hours
- Qualified mountain guide, assistant guides, porters and cook + their wages
- Camping equipment (tents, camp chairs, tables & sleeping mattress)
- Fresh Water for drinking & Hot water for a wash daily
- Emergency oxygen (for use in emergencies only – not as summit aid) & Basic first aid kit
- All Fees and Taxes
- Airport Transfers
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Qualified mountain guide, assistant guides, porters and cook + their wages
- Camping equipment (tents, camp chairs, tables & sleeping mattress)
- Fresh Water for drinking & Hot water for a wash daily
- Emergency oxygen (for use in emergencies only – not as summit aid) & Basic first aid kit
- All Fees and Taxes
- Airport Transfers
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Visas & Flights
- Travel & Health Insurances (Yellow fiver vaccination is compulsory)
- Gratuities
- Items of Personal Nature
- Personal hiking/trekking gear–you opt to rent the gears from equipment stores in Moshi
- Optional but highly recommended Portable toilet
- Personal medicine and water purifying tablets
- Meals & drinks not specified and snacks
- Visas & Flights
- Travel & Health Insurances (Yellow fiver vaccination is compulsory)
- Gratuities
- Items of Personal Nature
- Personal hiking/trekking gear–you opt to rent the gears from equipment stores in Moshi
- Optional but highly recommended Portable toilet
- Personal medicine and water purifying tablets
- Meals & drinks not specified and snacks
Situated in the rain shadow of Kilimanjaro, the Rongai route is an excellent choice for climbing Kilimanjaro during the rainy season, as it experiences significantly less rainfall compared to the southern routes.
Beginning at the Rongai gate, this route passes through a variety of climate zones, each offering its own stunning views and unique…
Situated in the rain shadow of Kilimanjaro, the Rongai route is an excellent choice for climbing Kilimanjaro during the rainy season, as it experiences significantly less rainfall compared to the southern routes.
Beginning at the Rongai gate, this route passes through a variety of climate zones, each offering its own stunning views and unique experiences. During the initial stages of the trek, Kilimanjaro towers dramatically above, and at higher elevations, trekkers are rewarded with breathtaking vistas, culminating in the panoramic 360-degree view from the summit of Uhuru Peak.
The descent follows the more frequently traveled Marangu route, providing trekkers the opportunity to view Mount Kilimanjaro from both perspectives and to enjoy nearly everything this remarkable and beautiful region has to offer.
If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
