Kilimanjaro Climbing Via Rongai Route - 7 Days

Kilimanjaro Climbing Via Rongai Route - 7 Days

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Itinerary

Included/Excluded

Climbing Mount Kilimanjaro via Rongai Route – 7 days

The Rongai route is one of the lesser-traveled paths to the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro, the highest peak in Africa. This route typically takes 7 days to complete, allowing for gradual acclimatization to the high altitude.

The Rongai route starts on the northern side of the mountain, offering a unique perspective and a sense of isolation from the busier routes. The trail passes through diverse landscapes, including lush rainforests, moorlands, and alpine desert, before reaching the summit at Uhuru Peak.

One of the key highlights of the Rongai route is the stunning views of the Kenyan plains to the north and the Mawenzi Peak to the east. The route is considered to have a moderate difficulty level, making it suitable for climbers of varying experience levels.

Overall, the Rongai route is a great option for those looking for a quieter and more scenic climb up Mount Kilimanjaro, with a slightly longer duration to aid in acclimatization and increase the chances of a successful summit.

Included

All Tanzania transportation
Scheduled accommodations, including two-night accommodations before the climb, and one night after the climb. (Double occupancy)
Quality expedition camps on the mountain.
All group camping and cooking equipment, walk-in tent, sleeping cot, mattress and pillows. Mess tent, Utensils, stoves, etc.
Private portable toilet
Park fees and climbing permits.
Experienced Guides, Chef, Waiter and Porters.
All meals during the climb. (excluding drinks)
All land transportation on scheduled arrival and departure dates and times
Safety equipment, including oxygen for emergency, first aid kits, stretcher, radio communication, safety protocols, etc
Wi-Fi where there is cell service

Excluded

International round-trip airfare Tanzania
Tanzanian and/or Kenyan visas
Travel or Medical Insurance is required and you should ask for Recommendation
Meals, transport, and lodging outside the regular itinerary
Bottled Beverages
Excess baggage charges and airport taxes
Personal gear (see gear list)
International vaccinations
Optional Single Room Supplement: $280.00
Charges incurred as a result of delays beyond the control of SEVEN SUMMITS KILIMANJARO
Tips and gratuities
Airport Departure Taxes
Travel Insurance
Immunization
All prices and dates are subject to change.

Tour Plan

Day 1 ARRIVE IN TANZANIA

SEVEN SUMMITS KILIMANJARO (SSK) representatives and our mountain guides will welcome you at Kilimanjaro International Airport and transport you directly to the hotel.

Day 2 REST and ORIENTATION

This day is spent relaxing and recovering from your travels. You will have an opportunity to meet the rest of the Kilimanjaro team and our mountain guides.

Morning

This is your time to relax and explore a bit as you stroll around Moshi downtown.

Afternoon – ORIENTATION

We’ll meet as a group this afternoon. Your guide will have a trip briefing and review your equipment. You’ll be responsible for packing your own mountain gear into a duffel bag (up to 39 pounds/ 18 kilos) that the porters will carry. You’ll also leave one bag with travel and safari clothes, etc. at the hotel in storage.

Day 3 Moshi to Rongai Gate to Simba Camp

6,398 ft to 9,300 ft, 5 miles,8km

After breakfast in your hotel, will drive you to the Kilimanjaro National Park at Nale Moru gate, the drive is about 120 km. After the registration the climb begins from the attractive wooden village of Nare Muru on a small path those winds through attractive forest that shelters and variety of wildlife, including the beautiful Kilimanjaro Black and white Colobus monkey. The forest begins to thin out and the first camp is at the edge of the moorland zone with extensive views over the Kenyan plains. We will stop on the trail for lunch. Dinner and overnight at Simba camp

Day 4 SIMBA CAMP TO 2ND CAVE

9,300ft / 2,830m – 4m/6.5km

Your waiter will greet you at your tent as you awaken with hot drink of your choice, followed by water for a quick wash before breakfast. The morning climb is a steady ascent up to the ‘Second Cave’ with superb views of Kibo and the Eastern ice fields on Kibo After lunch, leave the main trail and strike out across the moorland on a smaller path towards the jagged peaks of Mawenzi. Lunch, dinner and overnight at 2^nd Cave.

Day 5 SECOND CAVE TO KIKELEWA CAMP

11,320ft / 3,453m – 2 miles/3km

A short and easy climb up grassy slopes is rewarded by superb views and a real sense of remote wilderness. Trek beyond the limits of vegetation and enjoy a free afternoon to explore the surrounding area and acclimatize. Lunch, dinner and overnight at Kikelelwa camp.

Day 6 KIKELEWA CAMP TO MAWENZI TURN HUT

11,810ft / 3,600m – 4 miles/6km

Today you do a short, steep climb up grassy slopes rewarded by superb all-round views and a tangible sense of wilderness. Shortly after you leave the vegetation behind, you reach the Mawenzi Tarn Hut, which is situated in a spectacular cirque directly beneath the towering spires of Mawenzi. After this short hike, you can spend the afternoon exploring this exciting area. Lunch, dinner and overnight at Mawenzi Turn Hut.

Day 7 MAWENZI TURN HUT TO KIBO HUT

14,160ft / 4,315m – 6 miles/ 9km

Today you cross the lunar desert of the saddle between Mawenzi and Kibo to reach the Kibo Huts at the bottom of Kibo’s peak. You should spend the reminder of the day resting and preparing for your summit climb. Lunch, dinner and overnight at Kibo hut.

Day 8 KIBO HUT TO UHURU PEAK-UHURU PEAK TO HOROMBO HUT.

15,450ft /4,710m – 4 miles/6km – 19,341ft/5895m – 12,205ft/ 3,720m – 10miles/16km

Wake at midnight to a light breakfast, and then prepare for your summit ascent. The goal is to climb before dawn so that you can reach Uhuru Peak shortly after sunrise. Leave at 1 AM, switchback up steep screed or possibly snow, and reach Gilman’s Point on the crater rim at 5,861 m/18,640 ft between 5 and 7 AM. Another 2 hours of hiking along the crater rim near the celebrated snows takes you to Kilimanjaro’s true summit, Uhuru peak.

We arrive at the summit and are rewarded with clear views before midmorning clouds roll in. We will bask in the glory of our accomplishment, grab a bite to eat and enjoy the breathtaking views. This is a great opportunity to take lots of photos. After our summit celebration we will begin our descent to Kibo hut, where we stop for lunch, changing and parking our gear before we descend t Horombo hut. A celebratory feast will be served and, after descending 12,205 feet, you will feel intoxicated by the oxygen-rich air! At Horombo we will wash and have evening tea before meeting the team for Tipping ceremony. Dinner and overnight.

Day 9 FINAL DESCENT and CELEBRATION DINNER

12,205/ 3,720m – 13m/20km

Wake as usual, pack, and descend through the moorland to the Mandara Huts. Have lunch there then continue your triumphant recessional down through lush forest to the park gate. A vehicle will take you back to the hotel in Moshi.

A Celebratory Dinner at the Hotel will complete this amazing adventure!
Summiting Kilimanjaro marks the end of one adventure and the start of another – you can choose to extend your stay by adding a safari and/or trip to the Island of Zanzibar.

Day Departure

Transferred to Airport fly home, safari, or a relaxing trip to Zanzibar.