Kilimanjaro Climb Via Rongai Route
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Kilimanjaro Climb Via Rongai 8 Days
The Rongai route is one of the seven official routes used to climb Mount Kilimanjaro, the highest peak in Africa. It is the only route that approaches Kilimanjaro from the north, starting near the Kenyan border. The Rongai route is known for its beautiful wilderness scenery and relatively gentle slopes, making it a great choice for hikers who are looking for a more remote and less crowded option.
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Day 1: Arrival in Tanzania On arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you will be met and transferred to your hotel in Moshi. You will meet your mountain guide who will brief you on your upcoming trek and conduct a gear check to ensure that you have all the necessary equipment. Overnight stay in Moshi.
Day 2: Rongai Gate to Simba Camp After breakfast, you will be transferred to the Rongai Gate (1,800m) where you will begin your trek. The first day is relatively easy and will take you through the forest to the first camp, Simba Camp (2,600m). The trek takes approximately 3-4 hours. Dinner and overnight at Simba Camp.
Day 3: Simba Camp to Kikelelwa Camp After breakfast, you will trek through the moorland zone, with its stunning views of Kibo Peak and the eastern ice fields on the crater rim. You will arrive at Kikelelwa Camp (3,600m) in the late afternoon, where you will have dinner and overnight.
Day 4: Kikelelwa Camp to Mawenzi Tarn Camp After breakfast, you will trek through a steep and rocky section of the trail, and then descend into the beautiful valley below. You will arrive at Mawenzi Tarn Camp (4,330m) in the early afternoon, where you will have dinner and overnight.
Day 5: Mawenzi Tarn Camp to Kibo Camp After breakfast, you will trek across the lunar desert of the saddle between Mawenzi and Kibo peaks. You will arrive at Kibo Camp (4,700m) in the early afternoon. After dinner, you will prepare for the summit climb and get some rest.
Day 6: Kibo Camp to Uhuru Peak to Horombo Hut You will wake up early in the morning and begin the final ascent to the summit of Kilimanjaro, Uhuru Peak (5,895m). The climb will take 6-7 hours and you will arrive at the summit in time to see the sunrise. After taking photos and celebrating your achievement, you will descend to Horombo Hut (3,720m) for dinner and overnight.
Day 7: Horombo Hut to Marangu Gate to Moshi After breakfast, you will descend through the rainforest to Marangu Gate (1,870m) where you will receive your summit certificates. You will be transferred back to your hotel in Moshi for a well-deserved shower and rest.
Day 8: Departure After breakfast, you will be transferred to the airport for your flight home.
Inclusions:
- Airport transfers
- Accommodation in Moshi before and after the climb
- All meals and water on the mountain
- Professional mountain guides, cooks, and porters
- Park fees, camping fees, and rescue fees
- All camping equipment, including tents, sleeping bags, and mattresses