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6 Days Rongai Route

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KILIMANJARO | RoNGAI

Kilimanjaro Climbing 6 Day Rongai Route 

TOUR IDEAS

Rongai Route 8 Days Itinerary
The Rongai Route is the only route that approaches Kilimanjaro from the north, near the Kenyan border. Rongai is the only route where climbers can watch wildlife in the first days.

  • Simba camp
  • Kikelewa Camp
  • Mawenzi Tarn camp
  • Kibo hut
  • Horombo hut
  • Trekking
  • Ground transfers with pick up and drop of at Kilimanjaro airport and the base hotel in MOSHI
  • Park entrance fees,
  • Camping/Hut fees
  • Rescue fees,
  • Emergency Oxygen at not extra charge
  • Medical / First aid Kit.
  • Fingertip Pulse Oximeter, to measure client’s oxygen saturation and pulse rate.
  • 24 Hours standby radio Communication
  • 3LTRS Mineral water on the first day per client
  • Hot meals (except first day) served in the mess tent.
  • 4 season sleeping tents
  • 2 inches Foam mattress 1 per client
  • Self-Inflating mattress on top of our 2 inches foam mattress for client’s comfort
  • Professional Mountain Guide, Park Fees and Salaries
  • Porters,
  • First and last nights accommodation at Salsalinero Hotel (BB)
  • Flying Doctor membership cover
  • Availability of High Pressurized Air ambulance helicopter for evacuation at the time of emergency.
  • FIRST DAY TRANSFER BY 4X4 SAFARI LAND CRUISER TO THE STARTING GATE
  • FOREST FEES FOR CLIENTS AND CREW
  • Hot water bottle in sleeping bags at night to keep clients warm.
  • Summit Porter to carry client’s daypack.
  • High quality meals, all meals are served in mess tent and hot meal always.
  • Personal gears/climbing equipment, sleeping bags, drinks, tipping and all other expenses of personal nature. (Clients can hire any personal gear from our store)

                           

  • From  starts from US$ 1,950 per person

    Typical tips for mountain crew tend to average some US$ 250 – US$ 280 per each client. All climbers’ contributions are usually added together and the total amount is presented to the chief guide at Mweka Gate. Our guides always divide these tips fairly amongst their crew according to a customary scale that is determined by the responsibilities and experience of each staff member

Marangu Gate
3-4 hours walking
DAY 1: 27 Dec 2023
Karibu Tanzania!   Arrive Kilimanjaro Airport. Proceed through custom control, collect your luggage and meet and greet by your driver for a warm welcome.  45 minute transfer to the Sal Salinero Hotel, check in at the Sal Salinero Hotel. Please ensure that your gear is ready for tomorrow morning. Overnight at the Sal Salinero Hotel. On bed and breakfast.www.salisalinerohotel.com
Marangu Gate
3-4 hours walking
Mawenzi. Kikelewa campsite
[6-7 hours walking]
Day 2: 28 Dec 2023
Rongai Start Point (1996m) – Simba camp (2626m) 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 a beautiful country side. The first night’s camp is at Simba Camp (2 626m). The camp facilities include a public toilet and a wooden table with benches, but no hut. Meals: Lunch & Dinner Included
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Mawenzi. Kikelewa campsite
[6-7 hours walking]
3 Simba camp (2626m) – Kikelewa Camp (3679m)
Day 3: 29 Dec 202
We hike from Simba camp up towards Kibo till 3 482m for lunch at First Caves, a distance of 5.8km. After lunch we continue trekking until reaching Kikelewa Camp at about 3679 metres. The views start to open up and you begin to feel you’re on a really big mountain! Water can be found in a obvious stream below the cave, although you might have to wander downhill a way to find a pool or two. Enjoy dinner and overnight at Kikelewa camp. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included
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3 Simba camp (2626m) – Kikelewa Camp (3679m)
Kikelewa Cave (3679m) – Mawenzi Tarn camp (4303m)
Day 4: 30 Dec 2023
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 Included
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Kikelewa Cave (3679m) – Mawenzi Tarn camp (4303m)
Mawenzi Tarn camp (4303m) – Kibo hut (4730m)
Day 5: 31 Dec 2023
After breakfast we head west and 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 around midnight. Overnight at Kibo hut. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included
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Mawenzi Tarn camp (4303m) – Kibo hut (4730m)
Kibo hut (4730m) – Uhuru Peak (5895m) – Horombo hut (3705m)
Day 6: 01 Jan 2024
You will rise around 23h20, and after some tea and biscuits you shuffle off into the night, and 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. This is probably the most demanding section of the entire route. Do the Kili shuffle and move slowly. From Gillmans 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 will be able to spend, taking photographs, before the 3 hour descent back to Kibo hut. After a short rest at Kibo hot, you gather all your gear you left behind for the ascent and head down to Horombo hut (3 hours) for your 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 on the mountain and a well-earned sleep, filled with memories and stirring emotions. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch Included
Kibo hut (4730m) – Uhuru Peak (5895m) – Horombo hut (3705m)
Mandara Hut (2,700m),
[5-6 hours walking]
Day 6: 27 Nov 2023
Kibo hut (4730m) – Uhuru Peak (5895m) – Horombo hut (3705m) You will rise around 23h20, and after some tea and biscuits you shuffle off into the night, and 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. This is probably the most demanding section of the entire route. Do the Kili shuffle and move slowly. From Gillmans 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 will be able to spend, taking photographs, before the 3 hour descent back to Kibo hut. After a short rest at Kibo hot, you gather all your gear you left behind for the ascent and head down to Horombo hut (3 hours) for your 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 on the mountain and a well-earned sleep, filled with memories and stirring emotions. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch Included
Mandara Hut (2,700m),
[5-6 hours walking]
Horombo hut (3705m) – Marangu Gate (1860m)
Day 7: 02 Jan 2024
After breakfast you continue your descent (6 hours), passing the Mandara hut, down to the Marangu gate. Watch your step during the descent, as the trail can be slippery. It is strongly recommended not to pay your porters any tips until you and all your gear have reached the gate safely. At Marangu gate you sign your name and details in a register. This is also where successful climbers receive their summit certificates. Those climbers who reached Gillman’s Point (5685m) are issued with green certificates and those who reached Uhuru Peak (5895m), receive gold certificates. Your car and driver shall be ready to pick and transfer to Salinero Hotel where you spend your last night. www.salisalinerohotel.com
Horombo hut (3705m) – Marangu Gate (1860m)
Day 8: 03 Jan 2024:
After breakfast, start Safari to National Parks or transfer to airport for departure flight.