06-Days Kilimanjaro Rongai Route
Tanzania, Kilimanjaro
SKU : GA06
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7 Days
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Max People : 15
Description
The Rongai Route, which starts from the northern side of Mount Kilimanjaro, is unique in several ways. Firstly, it is the only trail that begins from the northern part of the mountain, although some claim that it starts on the "Kenyan side" of Kilimanjaro, it is entirely within the borders of Tanzania. Secondly, because of its remote location, the Rongai Route receives less traffic than other routes and offers trekkers a relatively unspoiled wilderness experience where they can see large wildlife like antelope, elephants, and buffalo. Thirdly, the north-east side of the mountain gets significantly less moisture than the southern slopes, making it less likely for trekkers to encounter rain and more likely to get clear views of the mountain. However, because of its profile, the Rongai Route is flatter than other routes but does not offer trekkers good options to climb high and sleep low. The Rongai Route can be hiked on a six, seven, or eight-day route, . The summit night from Kibo Hut follows the same path taken by Marangu trekkers and passes Gilman's Point to Uhuru Peak before descending via the Marangu trail.
Includes
Two-way private airport transfers
All park fees collected by the National Park
Hotel accommodations one night before and one night after the expedition
Tented accommodation on Mount Kilimanjaro
All meals on the hike
All group equipment (dining tent, table, chairs, crockery and cutlery)
Oxygen cylinders and oximeters
Complete Expedition medical kits
Professional guides licensed by Kilimanjaro National Park
Dedicated support crew (assistant guides, camp master, porters, cooks, etc.)
Government taxes
Crew salaries
Medical evacuations with AMREF Flying doctors
Purified water while on the mountain
Portable tented private flush toilet
Excludes
Personal Climbing gears
Tanzania Visa on arrival
Tips and Gratuities
Personal Expenses (e.g. laundry, telephone, beverages, etc.)
Travel Styles
Nature & Adventure
Activities
Hiking
Tour Type
Multi Days
Itinerary
- On the first day of the Rongai Route, you will be picked up from your hotel in Arusha and driven to the Marangu Gate, where you will register with TANAPA.
- From there, you will be transferred to the Rongai trailhead, which is approximately 2.5 hours away. The trail begins in tall cornfields and then leads into a pine forest.
- The ascent is gradual, allowing you to enjoy the surroundings.
- You will have a lunch break halfway through the trail, and in the late afternoon or early evening, you will reach the 1st Caves Camp (2600m).
- The porters and chef will set up your tents, boil drinking water, and prepare snacks for your arrival.
- After washing up, a hot dinner will be served.
- Due to the mountain's cold temperatures, which can drop to freezing, it's essential to be prepared.
- Hiking time: 5 hours
- Distance: Approximately 8 kilometers
- Habitat: Montane Forest.
- On the second day of the Rongai Route, you will have a hot breakfast and then continue your ascent to Kikelewa Cave (3600m).
- The trail passes Second Cave (3450m), where you can take a lunch break.
- Your tents will be set up prior to your arrival at camp, and the porters will prepare drinking and washing water for you.
- In the evening, you will enjoy snacks followed by dinner prepared by the chef.
- Due to the high altitude and exposed location, temperatures can drop below freezing at this camp, so be prepared for a cold night.
- Hiking time: 6-7 hours
- Habitat: Moorlands.
- On the third day of the Rongai Route, you will have a short but steep hike to Mawenzi Tarn Camp (4330m).
- While in the moorland, you will be able to see unique plants such as giant lobelia and groundsel.
- At camp, you will be able to enjoy stunning views and take the time to acclimate.
- The chef will prepare a hot dinner and wash
- water for you as you watch the beautiful sunset. Hiking time: 3-4 hours; Habitat: Moorlands.
- On the fourth day of the Rongai Route, you will have breakfast and then continue ascending east for a half-day hike to Kibo Hut (4700m).
- Kibo is located in the "Saddle," which is the area between the peaks of Mawenzi and Kibo in an alpine desert.
- There is no water at this camp, but you can buy mineral water and soft drinks at the camp office.
- An early dinner will be served so that you can rest before attempting the summit that same night.
- Your guide will provide a detailed briefing on how to prepare for summit night.
- It's important to get to sleep by 19:00!
- Hiking time: 4-5 hours
- Habitat: Alpine desert.
- On the fifth day of the Rongai Route, your guide will wake you around 23:30 for tea and biscuits before you begin your summit attempt.
- The trail is rocky up to Hans Meyer Cave (5150m), and you will continue ascending to Gillman’s Point (5681m).
- This section is steep, rocky, and at high altitude, but reaching Gillman’s is an impressive achievement. From here, you will experience a snow-covered trail until you reach the summit, Uhuru Peak (5895m).
- Reaching the summit of Mt. Kilimanjaro is a lifetime accomplishment! You will be able to spend a short time on the summit taking photographs and drinking tea before descending to Barafu. The hike down to Kibo Hut takes about 3 hours.
- At Kibo Hut, you will rest and enjoy a hot lunch in the sun. After eating, you will continue descending down to Horombo Hut (3720m).
- You will have dinner, wash, and rest soundly at the hut after a strenuous day.
- The hiking time to Uhuru Peak is approximately 8 hours, and the hiking time from Kibo Hut to Horombo Hut is approximately 6 hours.
- The habitat on this day includes stone scree and ice-cap summit, and the distance covered is approximately 6 kilometers ascent and 21 kilometers descent.
- On the sixth day of the Rongai Route, you will have a hearty breakfast before your staff celebrates your successful climb with dancing and singing.
- This is where you will present your tips to the guide, assistant guides, chef(s), and porters. After the celebration, you will descend for 6 hours back to Marangu Gate (1980m).
- The National Park requires all hikers to sign their names to receive certificates of completion.
- Hikers who reach Gillman’s Point (5681m) receive green certificates, and hikers who reach Uhuru Peak (5895m) receive gold certificates.
- After receiving your certificate, you will drive back to Moshi in your hotel.
- The hiking time is approximately 6 hours, and the distance covered is approximately 27 kilometers.
FAQs
The mountain is in Tanzania, East Africa, about 350km from the equator. The nearest towns are Moshi and Arusha.
Mount Kilimanjaro is the highest freestanding mountain in the world and the highest mountain in Africa. Its highest point is Uhuru Peak on the Kibo crater at 5895m above sea level.
Cancelation Policy
1. For Kilimanjaro Treks
until 10 days before departure – Free Cancellation 100% Refund of deposit. Less than 10 days before departure, no refunds.
If the full amount was paid Until 10 days before departure 90% refund of the amount paid. Less than 10 days before departure, no refunds
2. For Safaris
If canceled more than 45 days before the departure date, 20% of the booking amount will be charged as cancellation fees
If canceled on or within 45 days of the departure date, no refunds will be given.
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