Kilimanjaro Rongai Route Tour

6 days—The Best 6 Days Rongai Mount Kilimanjaro Climbing Tour

$1514-1600 USD

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Safari summary

The Rongai Route is one of the popular routes for climbing Mount Kilimanjaro, the highest peak in Africa. It offers a unique and less crowded experience compared to other routes. Choosing the Rongai Route to climb Kilimanjaro offers a unique and intimate experience, allowing you to forge a deep connection with the mountain's diverse ecosystems. With its unparalleled beauty and the triumph of reaching Africa's highest peak, this adventure is a testament to the indomitable spirit of human exploration and the boundless wonders of nature.

About this tour

	Tour type	Set-date, set-itinerary, group
	Main focus	Hiking \| trekking
	Activity level	Strenuous activity
	Best months	All months
	Countries	Tanzania
	Parks	Kilimanjaro

Fine details

Safari highlights

Walking safari—with armed guard
Photography safari—with professional guide
Hiking | trekking

What’s included?

Accommodation
Meals
Park fees
Private vehicle and driver

What’s not included?

Alcoholic beverages
All drinks
Hot air balloons
Internal flights
International flights
Laundry
Premium alcoholic beverages
Spa treatments
Tips and gratuities
Visas

Itinerary

Day 1: Rongai gate to simba camp

Kilimanjaro

Firstly, your climbing adventure tour starts at Rongai Gate, situated at an elevation of 1,950 meters. Your initial climb will take you through lush rainforests, with the journey lasting approximately 3-4 hours until you reach the Simba Camp at 2,650 meters. Take in the serene surroundings and settle in for the night.

Kilimanjaro Simba camp

Day 2: Kilimanjaro second cave

Kilimanjaro

Secondly, you will continue your climbing tour via rongai route through picturesque moorland terrain, offering captivating vistas along the way. This leg of the journey typically takes 6-7 hours of hiking, bringing you to the second cave camp at an elevation of 3,600 meters, where you will spend the night.

Kilimanjaro Second cave camp

Day 3: Kilimanjaro third cave

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Third, set out on another day of climbing tour via rongai route, this time towards the magnificent Mawenzi Peak. The landscape transitions to an alpine desert, presenting you with awe-inspiring views. After approximately 4-6 hours of climbing, you will reach the third cave Camp at 4,330 meters, where you will spend the night.

Kilimanjaro Third cave camp

Day 4: Kilimanjaro kibo hut

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Fourth, Your climbing tour via rongai route journey continues towards the final base camp before the summit, Kibo Hut. Traverse through the arid saddle between Mawenzi and Kibo, enjoying the stark beauty of the surroundings. The climb usually takes about 4-6 hours, with Kibo Hut located at an elevation of 4,700 meters.

Kilimanjaro kibo hut

Day 5: kibo to summit to horombo

Kilimanjaro

Fifth, the day begins in the early hours of the morning, climbing with the aid of headlamps to guide your way. Reach the majestic summit of Mount Kilimanjaro, Uhuru Peak, standing proudly at 5,895 meters, just in time to witness a breathtaking sunrise. After celebrating this remarkable achievement, begin your descent to Kibo Hut for a brief rest. From there, continue your descent to the Horombo Hut, located at 3,720 meters, where you will spend your final night on the mountain.

Kilimanjaro Horombo hut

Day 6:horombo, marangu gate to mosh

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Sixth, on the last day of your climbing tour via rongai route, bid farewell to the mountain as you descend through the lush rainforest. Your journey concludes at the Marangu Gate, situated at an elevation of 1,860 meters. At the gate, you will receive well-deserved summit certificates and then be transferred back to your hotel in Moshi.

Can be arranged for an extra cost.

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