07-Days Kilimanjaro Rongai Route
Mount Kilimanjaro, Tanzania
SKU : GA07
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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
- As we begin our Rongai Route trek, we'll drive from Moshi to Marangu Gate to obtain the necessary permits for summiting.
- From there, we'll embark on a short road trip to the Rongai Gate trailhead.
- Our trek will take us through lush corn and potato fields, and we'll climb gently through the forest areas that are home to a diverse array of wildlife, including the black and white colobus monkeys.
- The scenery is breathtaking, with verdant foliage and towering trees that provide ample shade as we make our way up the mountain.
- Our destination for the day is Rongai Caves Camp, which is situated at an altitude of approximately 2600 meters above sea level.
- The camp offers stunning views of the surrounding landscape, and we'll spend the night here, acclimatizing to the high altitude and preparing for the challenges that lie ahead.
- After a restful night at Rongai Caves Camp, we'll begin our second day of trekking on the Rongai Route. We'll set off early in the morning and steadily climb up to the Second Cave, which is situated at an altitude of approximately 11,300 feet above sea level.
- The terrain will be rocky and steep in some places, but we'll take our time and enjoy the stunning views of the surrounding landscape.
- As we continue our trek, we'll pass through the moorland and leave the main trail behind.
- We'll also catch glimpses of the jagged peaks of Mawenzi in the distance.
- Our destination for the day is Kikelewa Cave, which is located at an altitude of approximately 11,811 feet above sea level.
- The camp offers breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape, and we'll spend the night here, acclimatizing to the high altitude and preparing for the challenges that lie ahead.
- Rongai Cave to Second Cave:
- Elevation: 9,300 ft to 11,300 ft
- Distance: 6 km/4 miles
- Hiking Time: 3-4 hours
- Habitat: Heath
- Second Cave to Kikelewa Cave:
- Elevation: 11,300 ft to 11,811 ft
- Distance: 6 km/4 miles
- Hiking Time: 3-4 hours
- Habitat: Heath
- On our third day of trekking on the Rongai Route, we'll embark on a short but steep hike from Kikelewa Cave to Mawenzi Tarn Camp.
- The terrain will be grassy and relatively easy to navigate, but the altitude will still pose a challenge. As we climb higher, we'll leave the wilderness area behind and enter the Alpine Desert zone.
- The landscape will drastically change as we enter this new environment, with rocky and barren terrain replacing the lush vegetation we've been accustomed to.
- Our destination for the day is Mawenzi Tarn Camp, which is situated at an altitude of approximately 14,160 feet above sea level.
- The camp offers stunning views of the surrounding landscape, and we'll spend the rest of the day relaxing or exploring the area around us.
- Kikelewa Cave to Mawenzi Tarn:
- Elevation: 11,811 ft to 14,160 ft
- Distance: 5 km/3 miles
- Hiking Time: 3-4 hours
- Habitat: Alpine Desert
- On our fourth day of trekking on the Rongai Route, we'll spend the entire day exploring the Mawenzi Ridge, which offers breathtaking views of both Kibo and Mawenzi.
- This extra day is dedicated to acclimatization, allowing our bodies to adjust to the high altitude.
- We'll set off early in the morning and hike up to the Mawenzi Ridge, which is situated at an altitude of approximately 14,400 feet above sea level.
- The terrain will be rocky and steep in some places, but we'll take our time and enjoy the stunning views of the surrounding landscape. We'll spend the day exploring this area to the fullest, taking in the sights and sounds of this unique environment.
- After a full day of hiking, we'll head back to Mawenzi Tarn Camp to prepare for the night. We'll set up camp, cook dinner, and rest up for the final push to the summit.
- Mawenzi Tarn to Mawenzi Ridge:
- Elevation: 14,160 ft -14,400 ft
- Distance: 2 km/1 mile
- Hiking Time: 1-2 hours
- Habitat: Alpine Desert
- On our fifth day of trekking on the Rongai Route, we'll make our way from Mawenzi Tarn Camp to Kibo Hut, which is situated at the bottom of the Kibo Crater Wall. This camp is known as Kibo Hut, and it will serve as our base for the final push to the summit.
- The hike to Kibo Hut will be approximately 8 kilometers (5 miles) long and will take us around 5-6 hours to complete. The terrain will be rocky and steep in some places, but we'll take our time and enjoy the stunning views of the surrounding landscape.
- Once we arrive at Kibo Hut, we'll set up camp, cook dinner, and rest up for the upcoming summit day.
- Marwenzi Tarn to Kibo Hut:
- Elevation: 14,160 ft to 15,430 ft
- Distance: 8 km/5 miles
- Hiking Time: 5-6 hours
- Habitat: Alpine Desert
- On our sixth day of trekking on the Rongai Route, we'll embark on the most challenging part of our journey - the summit of Uhuru Peak, the highest point on Mount Kilimanjaro.
- We'll set off just past midnight when the wind and cold can be extreme at any period of the day. We'll ascend in the darkness, taking short and frequent breaks to acclimatize and rest.
- After several hours of hiking, we'll reach Stella Point, which is situated at an elevation of approximately 18,900 feet above sea level. From here, we'll be rewarded with one of the most stunning views of the sunrise coming over the Mawenzi Peak.
- We'll then continue our ascent all the way to Uhuru Peak, which is situated at an elevation of approximately 19,341 feet above sea level. This is the highest point on Mount Kilimanjaro and the roof of Africa.
- At Uhuru Peak, we'll celebrate our accomplishments and take in the breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape. We'll then descend down to Horombo Hut, where we'll have our last dinner in the mountain and spend the night.
- Kibo Hut to Uhuru Peak:
- Elevation: 15,430 ft to 19,341 ft
- Distance: 6 km/4 miles
- Hiking Time: 6-8 hours
- Habitat: Arctic Uhuru Peak to Horombo Hut: - Elevation: 19,341 ft to 12,250 ft - Distance: 16 km/10 miles - Hiking Time: 4-5 hours - Habitat: Heath
- On our seventh and final day of trekking on the Rongai Route, we'll embark on a long trek that will take us mostly downhill through the tropical rainforest. This will be a welcome change from the previous days' alpine desert and arctic environments.
- We'll start our descent early in the morning, enjoying the lush greenery and listening to the sounds of birds and other wildlife. The trek will take us approximately 5-7 hours, covering a distance of around 20 kilometers (12 miles).
- Once we reach the park headquarters at Marangu gate, we'll collect our summit certificates as a memento of our incredible achievement. Our Youth Adventures vehicle will then meet us here and transport us back to the hotel in Moshi, where we can relax and celebrate our successful climb of Mount Kilimanjaro.
- Horombo Hut to Marangu Gate:
- Elevation: 12,205 ft to 6,046 ft
- Distance: 20 km/12 miles
- Hiking Time: 5-7 hours
- Habitat: Rain Forest
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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