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Rongai Route 7 Days Kilimanjaro Summit Climbing

9 Days
From $2,500/Person
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All about this Tour

The Rongai route is the one of the less trekking paths to the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro, offering unique experience for climbers. These 7 days trek begins on the northern side of the stunning views of wildlife and diverse landscapes. The route is known for its gradual ascent, allowing for better acclimatization and reducing the risk of altitude sickness. Climbers traverse through lush rain forests, moorland, alpine desert, culminating in a challenging final ascent to Uhuru peak, the highest point on Kilimanjaro. The Rongai route remote nature and serene environment make it a fantastic choice for those seeking a more tranquil trekking experience on Africa highest mountain

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Day 1

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Arrival and Relaxation

Upon arrival, you will be met timeously at Kilimanjaro Airport by our transfer specialist who will welcome you and then transfer you to your arranged hotel in hotel in Arusha. That evening your mountain guide will meet you for a briefing on the hike and check your trekking gears and ensure that you have all the necessary equipment that you required for climbing Mount Kilimanjaro

Bed & Breakfast

Arusha Kibo Palace Hotel

Day 2

Distance:

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Nalemuru Gate 1,990 meter to Simba Camp 2,625 mete

After having your breakfast, you will be driven all over Mt Kilimanjaro to its north-western part and after 4 hours, you will reach the Nalemoru Gate. After all, the registration process has been done and all the luggage has been divided between the porters, your real adventure will begin. The trail passes alongside mountain farmers, 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-hour hike, you will reach the Simba Camp where you will overnig

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Simba Camp

Day 3

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Simba Camp 2,625 meter to Second Cave Camp 3,450 meter

After breakfast, you will start to ascent up to the Second Cave camp 3,450 mitres with outstanding views of Kibo and the eastern ice fields on the crater rim. After having your hot lunch, you have free time to rest at the camp and in the afternoon, you can explore the surrounding area for an acclimatization walk to third Cave about 3 hours.

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Simba Camp 2

Day 4

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Second Cave Camp 3,450 meter to Kikelelwa 3,630 meter

The typical landscape vegetation will soon disappear and the scenery will become more barren with the occasional rock formations. During the good weather, you can appreciate the breath-taking views of the Kibo and Mawenzi summits as well as Kenya’s savannah grasslands. After crossing a few more rock formations, you will be reaching at the Kikelelwa camp.

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Kikelelwa camp

Day 5

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Kikelewa Camp 3,630 meter to Mawenzi Turn Hut 4,310 meter

The typical landscape vegetation will soon disappear and the scenery will become more barren with the occasional rock formations. During the good weather, you can appreciate the breath-taking views of the Kibo and Mawenzi summits as well as Kenya’s savannah grasslands. After crossing a few more rock formations, you will be reaching at the Mawenzi Hut. For many mountain hikers, it is the most atmospheric camp on the Mount Kilimanjaro.

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Mawenzi Turn Hut

Day 6

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Mawenzi Tarn Hut 4,310 meter to Kibo Hut 4,700 meter

On a relatively simple trail, today’s leg will bring you over the Kibo Saddle. Absence lof vegetation is one of the characteristics for the landscape here as only a few types of grass and other plant species can get along 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 reach the School Hut, where you can calm and mentally prepare yourself for tomorrow’s summit final.

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Kibo Hut

Day 7

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Kibo Hut 4,700 meter to Uhuru Peak 5,895 meter to Horombo Hut 3,720 meter

The trek starts at around 00:00 midnight after a 5 to 7-hour walk on frozen volcanic ash, you will make it to Gillman’s Point (5,715 mitres) on the crater’s edge. The sunrise will warm you while you climb for another 1 to 2 hours until you arrive at Uhuru Peak and finally stand on “Africa’s highest mountain”. The descent on the now thawed lava ash runs almost along the same route and you will arrive at the Kibo hut in the late morning. A hot lunch will be served and after a well-getting break, the descent continues to the Horombo Hu

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Horombo Hut

Day 8

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Horombo Hut 3,720 meter to Marangu Gate 1,860 meter to Moshi or Arusha

After breakfast, you will be trekking for approximately 5 hours, you will have dominated the easy descent and you will return to the Marangu Gate during the early afternoon. You will wait for your guide to sign for your certificate and give it to you, The transfer will take your arranged Hotel for a long shower and calm day by the pool

Breakfast

Arranged Hotel

Day 9

Distance:

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Departure

After your morning breakfast, you will be transferred on time to Kilimanjaro Airport or you can extend your trip to Tanzania by adding a safari and Zanzibar holiday

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INCLUDES

Accommodation in hotel Arusha
Transfers to/from Kilimanjaro airport (JRO) on a private vehicle
Transfers to/from the mountain trail heads
Services of trained professional English-speaking Mountain guides, cooks and porters
Kilimanjaro Park entrance fees, camping fees, rescue fees
All food for the duration of the climb, top quality food specially considered for maximum nutrition
Portage of 1 bag (maximum 15 kgs) per person
Safety equipment e.g., Oxygen cylinder
Oximeter for checking blood levels of clients daily
Complimentary fruits and juice while hiking
Services of hot water bottle
Camping equipment including mountain Hardware tents, mess tent, chairs and Table
Comfortable Mountain Hut

Excludes

Tip for Mountain Crews
International Flight
Passport and Visa
Laundry
Personal Items

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Accommodation & Stays

Carefully selected lodges, camps, and hotels that combine comfort, quality service, and prime locations to enhance your overall travel experience.

Kibo Palace Hotel

Named after the highest peak of Africa’s highest mountain – Mt Kilimanjaro, Kibo Palace Hotel is one of Arusha’s most exciting and innovative luxury hotels. Contemporary, conductive, and unconventional, a luxury hotel with a new attitude. The hotel is strategically located 45 minutes drive from Kilimanjaro Airport and a 10-minute walk to the central business district. Banking and hospital facilities are all within 50 meters radius of the hotel. The architectural design gives the hotel an authentic character of its own
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