Multi-Day Tour RONGAI Route Kilimanjaro Trekking

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Offered in: English

The Rongai route is the only route that approaches Kilimanjaro from the north, close to the Kenyan border. Though gaining popularity amongst climbers, this route still experiences low crowds. Rongai has a more gradual slope than the mountain’s other routes. It is the preferred route for those looking for an alternative to the popular Marangu route, for those who would like a more remote hike, and for those who are climbing during the rainy season (the north side receives less precipitation). Rongai is a moderately difficult route and is highly recommended, especially for those with less backpacking experience. Although the scenery is not as varied as the western routes, Rongai makes up for this by passing through true wilderness areas for nearly the entire way. The descent is made via the Marangu route. mountain-warriors offers Rongai as a seven-day group climb or a six or seven private climb. The six-day variation does not have an acclimatization day on day four at Mawenzi Tarn.

What's Included

Large portions of fresh, healthy nutritious food
Quality Mess tents with table and chairs
Lunch (Optional[6])
Lunch
All meals while on the Mountain
Dinner (Optional[5])
Dinner
Breakfast (Optional[6])
Breakfast
Clean, purified drinking water
All Park fees, Rescue fees
Professional, experienced, mountain guides:
Quality, waterproof, four-season private mountain sleeping tents:
Tips
Tanzania Visa($50)

Meeting and pickup

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

Also we can pick up in your hotel

Itinerary

Duration: 6 days (approximately)
    Day 1

    Rongai Gate (1950m) – 1st Caves Camp (2600m)

    1 stop
  • 1

    Rongai Gate to Rongai Cave Elevation: 6,398 ft to 9,300 ft Distance: 8 km/5 miles Hiking Time: 3-4 hours Habitat: Rain Forest After an early breakfast at your hotel, you will be picked up from Arusha (1400m) and driven to the Marangu Gate (1980m). At the gate, the porters will organize and pack the belongings for the hike while you and your guide register with the (TANAPA). You will then be transferred by vehicle to the Rongai trailhead, which is 2.5 hours away from the Managu Gate. The trail begins in the tall cornfields then leads into the pine forest. This trail has a gradual ascent and allows hikers to enjoy their surroundings. About halfway up the trail you will have a lunch break and you will reach the 1st Caves Camp (2600m) in the late afternoon or early evening. The porters and chef, who move very fast up the mountain, will reach camp before you and set up your tents, boil drinking water, and prepare snacks for your arrival. After washing up, a hot dinner will be served.

    6 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 2

    1st Caves Camp (2600m) – Kikelewa Cave (3600m)

    1 stop
  • 2

    Rongai Cave to 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 Following a hot breakfast, hikers will continue their ascent to Kikelewa Cave (3600m). The trail passes Second Cave (3450m) and this is a good spot to take a lunch break. Similar to the first night, your tents will be set up prior to arriving at camp and the porters will prepare drinking and washing water for you. You will enjoy evening snacks then dinner prepared by our chef. Be prepared for a cold night as temperatures drop below freezing at this exposed camp.

    6 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 3

    Kikelewa Cave (3600) – Mawenzi Tarn Camp (4330m)

    1 stop
  • 3

    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 this day, hikers will enjoy a short, yet steep trail to Mawenzi Tarn Camp (4330m). In the moorland, you will spot exotic plants, including giant lobelia and groundsel. At camp, hikers will enjoy spectacular views and allow their bodies to acclimate. Hot dinner and washing water will be prepared for hikers as they enjoy the magnificent sunset.

    6 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 4

    Mawenzi Tarn Camp (4330m) – Kibo Hut (4700m)

    1 stop
  • 4

    Marwenzi Tarn to Kibo Hut Elevation (ft): 14,160 ft to 15,430 ft Distance: 8 km/5 miles Hiking Time: 5-6 hours Habitat: Alpine Desert

    6 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 5

    Summit Attempt...Kibo Hut (4700m) – Uhuru Peak (5895m) – Horombo Hut (3720m)

    1 stop
  • 5

    Your guide will wake you around 23:30 for tea and biscuits. You will then begin your summit attempt. The trail is rocky up to Hans Meyer Cave (5150m). You continue your ascent to Gillman’s point (5681m). Reaching this section is an impressive achievement as the trail is steep, rocky, and at high altitude. Gillman’s is located on the crater rim. From this point, you will usually 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 the descent to Barafu begins. 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 a dinner, wash, and rest soundly at the hut after a strenuous day

    6 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 6

    Horombo Hut (3720m) – Marangu Gate (1980m)

    1 stop
  • 6

    Horombo Hut to Marangu Gate Elevation (ft): 12,205 ft to 6,046 ft Distance: 20 km/12 miles Hiking Time: 5-7 hours Habitat: Rain Forest Following a well-deserved breakfast, your staff will have a big celebration full of dancing and singing. It is here on the mountain that you will present your tips to the guide, assistant guides, chef(s), and porters. After celebrating, 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 reached Gillman’s Point (5681m) receive green certificates and hikers who reached Uhuru Peak (5895m) receive gold certificates. After receiving certificates, you will drive back to Arusha for long overdue showers and more celebrations.

    6 hours • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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