Country
Tanzania
Duration
8 Days/7 Nights
Travel Type
Adventure and Wildlife
 

There is only one route over on the northeastern side of the mountain, Rongai, which is usually a five-night climb. This lesser-known track may not be quite as spectacular as the western routes, but it does usually have far lower traffic than the other five-night routes. This route retains a sense of unspoilt wilderness and offers a different perspective on Kilimanjaro by approaching it from the north. It is generally considered to be the easiest of the quality routes on the mountain. Rongai is the best route for people who are looking for a decent quality experience and are perhaps not confident about your fitness.

Inclusions

7-night accommodation in double occupancy
19 meals: 7 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 7 dinners
Transfers to/from airport
English-speaking mountain guide
Experienced cooks, guides and porters
Park fees
Tents
Dining or mess tents, camping table and chairs
Emergency evacuation insurance

Exclusions

International air – E-Visa for Tanzania +/- USD $50.00 https://eservices.immigration.go.tz/visa/ – Mountain gear – Sleeping bag – Items of a personal nature – Gratuities to hotel personnel, guides and drivers – Insurance

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DAY 1 ARUSHA · MOSHI

Pick up from Arusha town or Kilimanjaro International Airport and transfer to Moshi town, which is commonly known as the gateway to Mount Kilimanjaro.

Meals : Dinner

Accommodation : Moshi for 1 night

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DAY 2 MOSHI · 1ST CAVES CAMP

Register at the Marangu park gate with a transfer (approximately 2 ½ hours) to the Rongai trailhead. Meet your guide and porters before you begin your hike from the Nale Moru village. The small winding path crosses maize fields before entering pine forest, and then climbs gently through a forest. The trail is not at all steep, but is rather a gentle hike through beautiful country. The first night’s camp is at First Cave, at about 2,600 meters. There is a toilet and a wooden table with benches, but no hut. Water can be found just down the trail below First Cave.

Meals : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation : Overnight at First Cave

3

DAY 3 1ST CAVES CAMP · KIKELELWA CAVE

The trail continues up towards Kibo, passing Second Cave (3450m) en-route, and reaching Kikelelwa Cave at about 3600 meters. The views start to open up and you begin to feel you’re on a really big mountain! Water is in the obvious stream below the cave, although you might have to wander downhill a way to find some.

Meals : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation : Overnight at Kikelelwa Cave camp

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DAY 4 KIKELELWA CAVE · MAWENZI TARN CAMP

A short but steep climb up grassy slopes offers superb views of this wilderness area. The vegetation zone ends shortly before you reach your next camp at Mawenzi Tarn spectacularly situated beneath the towering spires of Mawenzi. Spend the afternoon acclimatizing and exploring the area.

Meals : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation : Overnight at at Mawenzi Tarn

5

DAY 5 MAWENZI TARN CAMP · KIBO HUT

Continue ascending on the east side of Kibo crossing the saddle between Mawenzi and Kibo taking 4 to 5 hours to reach Kibo Hut. The remainder of the day is spent resting in preparation for the final ascent, which begins at midnight.

Meals : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation : Overnight at Kibo Camp

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DAY 6 KIBO HUT · UHURU PEAK · HOROMBO HUT

You will rise around 23h30, and after some tea and biscuits you shuffle off into the night. This is where the going really gets tough. The first section of the trail consists of a rocky path to the Hans Meyer Cave (5150m), also a good resting spot. The path then zigzags up to Gillman’s point (5 681m), which is located on the crater rim. This section is very steep with a lot of stone scree, requiring a great physical and mental effort. Probably the most demanding section of the entire route. Do the Kilimanjaro shuffle and move slowly. From Gillman’s Point you will normally encounter snow all the way up to Uhuru peak (5895m), the highest point in Africa. Total exhilaration and satisfaction - you made it.
Weather conditions on the summit will determine how long you can spend, taking photographs, before the 3-hour descent back to Kibo hut. After a short rest you gather all your gear for the ascent and head down to Horombo hut (3 hours) where you will overnight. The return to Horombo hut will seem surprisingly fast compared to the ascent. The total time spent walking on this day is around 14 hours, so be prepared for a very tough day. Later in the evening you enjoy your last dinner (with soft drinks and beer for sale at the camp office) on the mountain and well-earned sleep, filled with memories and stirring emotions.

Meals : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation : Overnight at Horombo hut

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DAY 7 HOROMBO HUT · MOSHI

After breakfast descend through the lower heath section that quickly turns into rainforest. Your time on Kilimanjaro ends at Kibololoni Gate where you will be met and transferred back to a Base Hotel in Moshi for dinner and overnight.

Meals : Breakfast, Dinner

Accommodation : Moshi for 1 night

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DAY 8 MOSHI · ARUSHA

After breakfast, transfer back to Arusha town.

Meals : Breakfast

Rates in CA$, per person, starting from, in double occupancy 

Land Package
Daily departures 2024 Standard Climb Deluxe Climb
Double Single Double Single
January 1 – December 31 3839 4899 5069 7129
Extra Night +469

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