Kilimanjaro Climb by Rongai Route 6 days

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8 days (approximately)
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Offered in: German and 3 more

The Rongai route is one of the most favourable routes to attempt Kilimanjaro during the rainy season, as it sees substantially less rain than the southern routes. The route ‘also known as the Nalemuru route’ is the only route that approaches Kilimanjaro from the North, close to the Kenyan border.

Rongai route offers a true wilderness experience in the early stages of the climb, it is the preferred route for those looking for an alternative to the crowded Marangu route, for those who want a more remote hike and for those who climb during the rainy season (the north side receives less precipitation).

Our professional climbing crews will take care of your safety and comfort. Our expert local team will surprise you with their cooking skills and the porter will carry all mountain equipment. The guides will be leading the route and sharing their knowledge about the mountain, culture and history of Tanzania.

Our cost includes Pre and post-climb accommodation and airport transfer.

What's Included

Two hikers shared a tent on Mount Kilimanjaro (except for solo climbs).
3 standard meals a day on the mountain (breakfast, lunch & dinner).
All our guides hold Wilderness First Aid certifications.
Lunch (Optional[5])
Lunch
Dinner (Optional[5])
Dinner
Breakfast (Optional[7])
Breakfast
All group equipment (spacious and comfortable dining tent, camping table and chairs, crockery, etc.)
Transportation from the hotel to Kilimanjaro National Park and back to the hotel.
Medical kits
All drinks on the hike (Coffee, tea, Milo tea, water, etc).
Dedicated support crew (assistant guides, camp masters, porters, cooks, etc.).
Vegetarian, vegan, lactose-free, gluten-free, halal, and other meal plans are available
Two nights in the hotel, before and after climbing, - 2 guests per room (except for solo climbs)
Guides, porters, waiters, cook’s accommodation, Entry fees on the mountain and Salaries
Transportation from JRO (Kilimanjaro International Airport) for pick-up and drop-off.
All park fees collected by the Kilimanjaro National Park, -Camping fees, Vehicle fees, Rescue fees.
Oxygen cylinders and Oximeters;
Professional / Experienced English-speaking Mountain guides, licensed by –Kilimanjaro National Park.
Flight Tickets.
Tanzania visa and travel insurance
Personal gear (hiking clothes and footwear, sleeping bags, etc.) is available for rent.
Personal Expenses (e.g. laundry, telephone, beverages, souvenir money)
Tips for the crew.
Single accommodation at the hotel and in a tent is available at an extra charge

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Your guide will await you with your names on the placard outside of the exit point at Kilimanjaro International Airport.

Itinerary

Duration: 8 days (approximately)
    Day 1

    Arrived in Tanzania

    1 stop
  • 1

    Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) where you will meet Hilbas representatives, be picked up and transferred to the hotel for hot showers, comfortable beds, briefing, and gear checks. We will also arrange for you to hire any equipment you may need.

    12 hours • Admission ticket included
    • Day 2

    Rongai Gate to Simba Camp

    1 stop
  • 2
    Mount Kilimanjaro

    Elevation: 1900m/6270ft to 2626m/8665ft Distance: 8 km Hiking time: 6 hours. Vegetation Zone: Rainforest The driver will pick you up from the Hotel at Marangu Gate, where registration takes place, while guides and porters prepare equipment. After that, the driver will transfer you again to Rongai Gate/Nalemuru which will take about 3 hours. Lunch will be on the way to the gate or at the gate before starting your climb. Your hike will start from the Nalemuru village, the small winding path crosses maize, beans, and potatoes fields before entering the pine forest and then climbs gently through a forest, here is home to a variety of wildlife, including the Black and White colobus and Blue monkeys, Baboons as well as different species of flowers. This is the head tent route. Dinner will be served in your mess tent and you will camp in the Moorland area.

    6 hours • Admission ticket included
    • Day 3

    Simba Camp to Second Cave to Kikelelwa Camp

    1 stop
  • 3
    Mount Kilimanjaro

    Elevation: 2626m/8665ft to 3600m/11880ft to 3450m/11385ft Distance: 12 km Hiking time: 7 hours. Vegetation Zone: Moorland After breakfast, we will continue hiking slowly through the moorland to the second cave, where you will have your lunch. After lunch, we will hike very slowly and head southeast across up and down on the small path in the moorland. We will head towards Mawenzi's peak. Our campsite is in a sheltered valley.

    7 hours • Admission ticket included
    • Day 4

    Kikelelwa Camp to Mawenzi Tarn Hut

    1 stop
  • 4
    Mount Kilimanjaro

    Elevation: 3600m/11880ft to 4300m/14190ft Distance: 5 km Hiking time: 6 hours. Vegetation Zone: Alpine Desert This is another short day but a steep hike up grassy slopes. At the top, you will have magnificent views from a different angle of the National Park and Mawenzi Peak. You will arrive at Mawenzi Tarn Hut in time for lunch and then have the whole afternoon to explore the surrounding area and acclimatize.

    6 hours • Admission ticket included
    • Day 5

    Mawenzi Tarn Hut to Kibo Hut

    1 stop
  • 5
    Mount Kilimanjaro

    Elevation: 4300m/14190ft to 4720m/15576ft Distance: 10 km Hiking time: 6 hours. Vegetation Zone: Alpine Desert After breakfast, we will continue west through the Saddle and Lunner desert which is formed between the peak of Kibo and Mawenzi. It will take 5 or 6 hours to reach Kibo Hut. Sometimes you will have to pack lunch and stop on the way for lunch or a hot lunch at Kibo Hut. However, it depends on your speed. The route is dry but provides a spectacular view of the mountains. At Kibo Hut you will be served an early dinner then go to bed.

    6 hours • Admission ticket included
    • Day 6

    Kibo Hut to Uhuru Peak to Horombo Hut

    1 stop
  • 6
    Mount Kilimanjaro

    Elevation: 4720m/15576ft to 5895m/19453ft to 3720m/12276ft Distance: 21 km Hiking time: 15 hours Vegetation Zone: Alpine Desert/Arctic zone/Moorland. This is your special day when your dream comes true, your guide will wake you up around 11:00 pm for tea and biscuits, Summit will begin at midnight, we follow a switchback path up to a volcanic scree slope, passing William point (5000m/15000ft) to Hans Meyer Cave (5200m/17000ft), Is the best resting spot for drinking, after a short break we proceed to Gillman’s point (5681m), which is located on the crater rim. This section is very steep with stone scree, requiring physical and mental effort. From Gillman's point, we can see the sunrise above the cloud line illuminating the plains below-an incredible sight to behold. A bit further around the crater and we reach our goal,

    15 hours • Admission ticket included
    • Day 7

    Horombo Hut to Marangu Gate

    1 stop
  • 7
    Mount Kilimanjaro

    Elevation: 3720m/12276ft to 2720m/8976ft Distance: 19 km Hiking time: 8 hours Vegetation Zone: Moorland/Rainforest. This is another big day, and after early breakfast, will start descending passing through Mandara Hut before reaching the Marangu gate. We will cross through the moorland to the rainforest where you can spot many birds, tall trees, flowers, and many interesting things. Our route will end at Marangu Gate which will require all hikers to sign out in order to receive certificates of completion. A driver from Hilbas tours will drive back to Hotel. On the way back you will pass through coffee and banana farms around Marangu villages.

    8 hours • Admission ticket included
    • Day 8

    Departure from Tanzania

    1 stop
  • 8

    After an early breakfast, transfer to Kilimanjaro airport for your home departure flight.

    12 hours • Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
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If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

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