- Kilimanjaro
- 7 Days
- Trip Type:Hiking
7 Days climbing via Rongai Route
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Description
The Rongai Route begins on the eastern side of Kilimanjaro, near the Kenya-Tanzania border. The trail offers a unique experience as it winds through farmlands and lush forests before transitioning into various climate zones, providing an ever-changing and captivating trek.
Include /Exclude
- Hotel accommodation before and after your climb
- Airport transfers
- Transfers to and from the mountai
- National Park entry, camping, climbing and rescue fees
- A fully supported climb (average ratio of support staff to climbers is 4:1)
- All meals and drinking water on the mountain
- A clean and private portable toilet
- High quality dining tent and sleeping tents with comfortable foam mattress
- Access to emergency oxygen and first aid kit
- A certificate documenting your summit ascent
- International flights and visas
- Tips for your guide and crew
- Travel insurance (you must be insured for trekking up to 6000m)
- Your personal trekking gear
- Personal Snacks
- Meals and drinks not on the mountain
- Tips for the mountain crew
Tour Itinerary
Day 1: Drive from hotel to Marangu gate then Rongai gate and hike to Simba camp 3000m:
Your journey begins with a one-hour drive from the hotel to Marangu Gate for registration and obtaining entrance permits. Following this, you’ll continue driving for about two hours to Rongai Gate. Here, you’ll enjoy lunch and meet your Kilimanjaro crew.
The trek starts by passing through the village of Nalemuru, where you’ll traverse fields of maize and potatoes before entering the alpine forest. The trail ascends gently through a picturesque forest that is home to various wildlife, including Blue Monkeys and Black and White Colobus Monkeys.
By late afternoon, you’ll arrive at Simba Camp, located at the edge of the rainforest, where you’ll spend the night.
Day 2: To Second cave 3450m:
After breakfast, you’ll begin a steady ascent toward Second Cave. This section offers a gentle and enjoyable hike through stunning landscapes, with plenty of time to take in the surroundings.
Upon arrival at Second Cave, you’ll enjoy a well-deserved lunch and relax for the afternoon. In the evening, you’ll embark on a short nature walk to aid acclimatization, allowing your body to adjust to the altitude.
Afterward, you’ll return to the camp for dinner and an overnight stay, preparing for the next day’s journey.
Day 3: To Kikelewa camp 3650m:
After breakfast, the day’s trek begins with a walk across a flat section of the trail, followed by a gradual ascent. The path becomes slightly steep before descending slightly as you approach Kikelewa Camp.
Today’s journey offers stunning views of Kibo Peak and the eastern ice fields of the crater rim, providing a taste of the incredible sights to come. Upon arrival at the camp, you’ll enjoy lunch and have time to relax before settling in for the evening.
Day 4:To Mawenzi Tarn 4315m:
After breakfast, you’ll begin with a short but steep climb up grassy slopes, which reward you with stunning circular views and a real sense of wilderness. The trail continues upward to Mawenzi Tarn Hut, where you’ll enjoy lunch and take in the breathtaking surroundings.
In the afternoon, a nature walk will be offered to aid acclimatization, allowing you to explore the slopes of Mawenzi before returning to the camp for dinner and an overnight stay. This acclimatization trek is crucial for preparing your body for the higher altitudes ahead
Day 5: To Kibo hut 4727m
Today’s trek takes you across the saddle area between Mawenzi Peak and Kibo Peak. This is a significant section of the climb, as it will be your last water point. Along the way, you’ll pass the remains of a plane crash, a poignant reminder of the mountain’s history.
You’ll stop in the middle of the alpine desert for a picnic lunch, soaking in the stark beauty of the surroundings. Afterward, you’ll continue to Kibo Camp, where you’ll have an early dinner and a chance for a well-earned rest before the challenging summit ascent the following night.
Day 6: To Uhuru summit 5895m and descend to Horombo Hut 3727m:
At 11:00 pm, you’ll wake up for tea and snacks, then dress warmly for the summit. The climb starts with a gradual ascent through volcanic scree, leading to a steep zigzag trail up to Gilman’s Point (5,685m) for a short rest.
From Gilman’s Point, continue to Stella Point (5,756m), where you’ll rest, take pictures, and enjoy the sunrise. You’ll then join hikers from Barafu Base Camp and head together toward Uhuru Peak (5,895m). At the summit, you’ll spend 10-15 minutes taking photos and enjoying the view.
Descend back to Kibo Hut for rest and brunch, then continue down to Horombo Hut (3,720m) for an overnight stay.
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Day 7:To Marangu gate 1890m:
After breakfast, you will begin your descent to Marangu Gate (18 km, 4-7 hours). The trail takes you through both the moorland and rainforest zones. Upon reaching the gate, you will sign out in the Kilimanjaro National Park logbook.
For those who successfully summited, your guide will collect your summit certificate. Afterward, enjoy a hot lunch.
Following lunch, you’ll join the Eastland Adventures Kilimanjaro crew for group pictures and celebratory Kilimanjaro songs. Finally, you’ll drive back to your hotel in Moshi for a well-deserved hot shower and to enjoy a Kilimanjaro bee
