Rongai Route
The Scenically attractive Rongai route approaches Kibo from the unfrequented and drier north – eastern side of Kilimanjaro. The tour departs close to the Kenyan boarder and offers stunning and impressive views over the African savannah and rugged Mawenzi, just after Mawenzi Tarn Camp, climbers will pass the only mountain lake in Kilimanjaro National Park. The trails are well developed and pass through fir forest, rain forest and alpine desert. Although the Rongai route can generally be thought of as an easy route, the rockier stages in the summit area are sometimes a little more demanding. The decent follows the Marangu route and traverses the lush and green forest on good paths. Climbers will overnight in mountain tents during the entire climb.
Book itOverview
Our driver will meet you at Kilimanjaro International Airport for pick up and transferred to your hotel, 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 gear. Gear which is missing can be rented on this day. Overnight at your arranged hotel.
Book itDay 1: Rongai Gate (19,990 m/ 6,530 ft) > Simba Camp (2,625 m/8,612 ft)
After breakfast you will be driven around Mt. Kilimanjaro to its north western side and after 3 to 4 hours, you will arrive at the Nalemoru Gate. After the registration process has been completed and your luggage has been divided between the porters, you’re alongside mountain farmer’s fields and pine forests before it enters the sparse mountain forest zone, where black and white colobus monkeys can often be seen. After an approximate 3 to 4 hours hike, you will reach the Simba Camp where you will spend the night
Book itDay 2: Simba Camp ( 2,625 m/8,612 ft) > Kikelewa Camp ( 3,630 m/11,910 ft)
Today’s trek passes through the heather and moorland zones and the views of Mawenzi and the vast Kenyan steppes are nothing short of grand. You will have lunch at the second cave (3,450m) and after a short break; you will cross the undulating terrain to Kikelewa camp. This camp boasts incredible views and after a strenuous day’s climb, you can relax and take in its peaceful ambience.
Book itDay 3: Kikelewa Camp ( 3,630 m/11,910 ft) > Mawenzi Tarn Hut ( 4,310 m/14,140 ft)
The typically scenic vegetation will soon disappear and scenery will become more barren with the occasional rock formations. In good weather you can enjoy the breathtaking views of the Kibo and Mawenzi summits as well as Kenya’s savannah grasslands. After passing a few more rock informations, you will arrive at the Mawenzi Hut. For many mountain climbers, it is the most atmospheric camp on the mountain.
Book itDay 4: Mawenzi Tarn Hut ( 4,310 m/14,140 ft) > Kibo Hut ( 4,700 m/15,420 ft)
On a relatively easy path, today’s leg takes you over the Kibo Saddle. A lack of vegetation is characteristic for the landscape here as only a few types of grass and other plant species can survive in this dry area and thin air. Just before today’s destination is reached, one last rock passage has to be conquered. Finally you will arrive at the school Hut, where you can relax and mentally prepare yourself for tomorrow’s summit stage.
Book itDay 5: Kibo Hut ( 4,700 m/15,420 ft) > Uhuru Peak (5,895m/19,341 ft) > Horombo Hut ( 3,700m/12,139 ft)
The climb begins at around midnight and after a 5 to 7 hour walk on frozen volcanic ash, you will reach Gillman’s point (5,715m) on the crater’s edge. The sun rays will warm you while you trek for another 1 to 2 hours until you reach Uhuru peak and finally stand on Africa’s Roof”. The descent on the now thawed lava runs almost along the same route and you will arrive at the school Hut in the late morning. A warm meal will be served and after a well deserved break, the descent continues to the Horombo Hut.
Book itDay 6: Horombo Hut (3,700 m/12,139 ft) > Marangu Gate (1,860 m/6,103 ft) > Moshi
After trekking for approximately 5 to 6 hours, you will have managed the easy descent and you will return to the Marangu Gate during the early afternoon. You will say goodbye to your mountain crew and a short transfer will take you back to your arranged hotel in Moshi/Arusha. Here you can take a warm and relaxing shower and celebrate your achievement with a Kilimanjaro beer.
Book itInclusions & Exclusions
INCLUDED
Private Professional Mountain Guide and Cook
Quality camping facilities (Tents, Mattresses, Table, Chair)
All park fee ( Rescue fee, Hut/Camping fee, Entrance fee)
Transportation to and from the mountain gate
Airport transfer ( pick up and drop off)
All meals while on the mountain
Clean and purified drinking water
Fair and ethical salaries for the team ( Guide, cook and porter)
Safety equipment I.e portable summit Emergence oxygen and oximeter.
2 Night accommodation before and after climb in Arusha
EXCLUDED
Tips and any items of personal nature
Personal hiking gears such as boots, sleeping bag, warm clothes, walking poles etc
International Airfares and departure taxes
Alcoholic and soft drinks
Visa and International Flight tickets fees
Travel insurance
Personal spending money for souvenirs etc
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