8D Kilimanjaro Trek – Rongai Route,
Kilimanjaro, Tanzania
Mount Kilimanjaro • Mountain Trekking • Rongai Cave • Mawenzi Hut • Kibo Hut • Uhuru Peak
USD $2,199 per person (private departure with min. 02 persons to go)
Tour prices DO NOT include international airfare and taxes.
Conquer the tallest freestanding mountain in the world: Mount Kilimanjaro, at 5,895m is Africa’s highest peak. This trek follows the Rongai route, climbing the mountain from the north and descending down the popular Marangu route. Your trek up “Kili” takes you through a number of different vegetation and climate zones, offering fantastic views every step of the way. This is a trek of six days, assisted by our experienced team of guides and porters. The highlight? Reaching the summit at Uhuru peak at dawn, and watching the sun rise over the savannah below.
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Trip Prices
- USD $2,199 Twin
Trip Dates
- Daily departure, subject to availability and 4 weeks notice
Itinerary
Day 01 / Arrive Moshi
Arrive in Moshi at any time.
Day 02 / Rongai Gate to Simba Camp (B,L,D)
The Rongai climb begins from the attractive wooden village of Nale Moru (1950m) on a small path that winds through farmers’ fields before heading up the slopes of Kili. A variety of wildlife, including the beautiful Kilimanjaro Colobus monkey, can be seen in the pine forest and rainforest zones. (Hiking Time: 3-4 hrs).
Day 03 / Simba Camp to Kikelelwe Camp (B,L,D)
The morning walk is a steady ascent up to the Kikelelwe Camp with superb views of Kibo and the Eastern ice fields on the crater rim. After lunch, leave the main trail and strike out across the moorland on a smaller path towards the jagged peaks of Mawenzi. (Hiking Time: 3-5 hrs).
Day 04 / Kikelelwe Camp to Mawenzi Tarn Camp (B,L,D)
A short but steep climb up grassy slopes is rewarded by superb views and a real sense of remote wilderness. Trek beyond the limits of vegetation and enjoy a free afternoon to explore the surrounding area and acclimatize. You will spend you evening at the Mawenzi Tarn Camp, at 4330m. (Hiking Time: 4 hrs).
Day 05 / Mawenzi Tarn Camp to School Camp (B,L,D)
Cross the lunar desert of the ‘Saddle’ between Mawenzi and Kibo to reach School campsite (4750m) at the bottom of the Kibo crater wall. The remainder of the day is spent resting in preparation for the final early morning ascent. (Hiking Time: 5 hrs).
Day 06 / School Camp to Summit to Horombo Hut Camp (B,L,D)
The steepest and most demanding part of the climb begins by flashlight shortly after midnight. Trek slowly in the darkness on a switchback trail through loose volcanic scree, resting briefly at Gillman’s Point (5685m). Try to muster enough strength for the three hour round trip to Uhuru Peak (5896m), the highest point in Africa! (Hiking Time: 10-15 hrs).
Day 07 / Descent – Horombo Hut Camp to Marangu Gate to Moshi (B,L,D)
A steady descent takes us down through moorland to Mandara Hut (2700m), before we continue descending through lovely lush forest to the National Park gate at Marangu (1830m). Take a swim, have a congratulatory beverage, and enjoy good night’s sleep in the comfort of our hotel in Moshi. (Hiking Time: 5-7 hrs).
Day 08 / Depart Moshi (B)
Inclusions
- Guided climb up Mt. Kilimanjaro with local guides and porters.
- Group Leader Chief Experience Officer (CEO), certified mountain guide, local representative, cook, porters
- Accommodation: 02 nights simple hotel, 05 nights full-service alpine camping
- Transport Private min-bus, trekking on foot
- Meals 07 Breakfasts, 06 Lunches, 06 Dinners; allow USD $40-50 for meals and drinks (including bottled water) not included
Exclusions
- Visa cost, where required
- All flights including departure taxes
- Spending of a personal nature such as laundry, drinks, souvenirs.
- Tipping