Overview
6 Days Kilimanjaro Climb Rongai Route
6 Days Kilimanjaro Climb Rongai Route, Less crowded because of its remote location the route offers trekkers a unique wilderness experience where it is possible to see large wildlife like antelope, elephant and buffalo. As there is typically less moisture on this side of the mountain you are less likely to encounter rain and have more unclouded views of the peak. While it is flatter, it does not give the climb high sleep low option and therefore recommended to select more days for acclimatization.
The Rongai route is one of the easier routes up Kilimanjaro. Rongai is the only route to approach Kilimanjaro from the north and the descent is via the Marangu Route.Summit night from Kibo Hut is steep and follows the same path taken by the Marangu route which passes Gilman’s Point to Uhuru Peak.
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Quick Look
Arrival in Tanzania
Day 1: Arusha – Marangu gate – Mandara Hut
Day 2: Mandara Hut – Horombo Hut
Day 3: Horombo Hut – Acclimatization day
Day 4: Horombo Hut – Kibo Hut
Day 5: Kibo Hut – Uhuru Peak – Horombo Hut
Day 6: Horombo Hut – Marangu gate – Arusha
Inclusions
- Kilimanjaro trekking according to the itinerary
- Professional, English-speaking
- Pre and Post accommodations (2 nights Bed and Breakfast)
- Airport Transfers
- Meals according to the itinerary
- Drinking water and Full Board Meals
- All National Park & Hut Fees or Camping fee
- Gate Transfers
Exclusions
- Flights
- Visa fees
- Travel or Medical Insurance is required and you should ask for Recommendation
- Gamow Bag
- Medication
- Personal spending money for souvenirs etc.
- Personal hire gear such as trekking poles, sleeping bags, etc.
Detailed Itinerary
Arrive in Tanzania
Upon arrival at the airport, your driver shall pick you up and drive you to your hotel in Arusha. Have a rest and prepare for your Trekking.
Accommodation
Day 1: Nale muru gate – Simba camp:
Departing from Arusha, drive will take you through the coffee plantations and Village of Nale Muru to the Kilimanjaro National Park Gate. We will patiently wait for our permits to be issued while watching the hustle and bustle of operations as many crews prepare for the journey ahead Enjoy the beautiful wooded scenery, and windy trails while your guide tells you about the local flora and fauna and natural wildlife you are likely to see. Simba camp sits near the first cave at the edge of the moorland zone with spectacular views of the plains of Kenya.
Dinner and Overnight at Simba Camp
Day 2: Simba camp – second cave camp:
After a good night sleep and a hearty breakfast we continue along moorland terrain on a consistent ascending path. You will catch some terrific views of Kibo and get your first glimpse of the ice fields on the Eastern crater rim. The small shrubs of the moorland became thinner as you approve the Second Cave. Temperatures begin to drop.
Dinner and Overnight at Second Cave Camp
Day 3: Second cave camp – third cave camp
After breakfast and packing, you continue your stead ascent, entering into the semi-desert terrain. This relatively short hiking day brings you closer to the Easter ice fields, continually drawing your attention to their beauty. Pay attention to your body and keep your guide informed of any signs of altitude sickness.
Dinner and Overnight at Third Cave Camp
Day 4: Third cave camp- Kibo huts:
As you depart early the semi-desert zone from the Third Cave early in the morning and begin your trek into the Alpine Desert terrain for the remainder of your ascent. Today’s hike will take you just below the Kibo crater wall to the Kibo Huts. At this point, you will merge with the Marangu Route, which you will use to hike to the summit. You will prepare your clothing and equipment (replace batteries for headlamp and camera) before you go to bed by 7 PM and try to catch a few hours of rest before your summit attempt.
Dinner and Overnight at Kibo Huts.
Day 5: Kibo Hut – Uhuru Peak – Horombo Hut
This is the final part of your Mt Kilimanjaro climbing on Marangu route will, You will start at midnight. On this day after early dinner your guide will give you a detailed briefing on how you can successful get to the summit, what to pack, what to wear and on so. You will then prepare all needed gears before going to sleep as the starting hours will be around mid-night depends on your pace. Things to be prepared for this attempt are mostly thermal clothing, ski-stick, thermal flask for water, hand warmers, batteries and headlamp among others. Your guide will point them pot during briefing.
Since your guide has been watching your pace on previous days he will schedule the staring time which will likely to be at 23:00 or 23:30, you may have some tea and biscuits before starting. You will face a challenging part of your Mt Kilimanjaro climbing at the beginning which is rough and rocky path.
Dinner and Overnight Horombo Huts.
Day 6: Horombo Hut – Marangu gate – Arusha
You will have breakfast at Horombo hut before starting your last day down from Kilimanjaro. Hot lunch will be served at Mandara hut (27,00 m), little rest before starting your way, hopeful the path is familiar as you have passed here on your first day.
Reaching Marangu gate, you will provide some details to the register on where you have reached. Certificate for reaching Gilmann’s Point is in green color & gold certificate (big Diploma) for reaching Uhuru Peak the actual summit of Kilimanjaro Mountain. This will be the time for celebration singing & dancing followed by tips session, you may start with potters, cook & lastly the guides.
Afterward meet you driver at the gate who have already be there & drive back to Arusha or drop off at the airport.
Dinner and Overnight at Arusha Safari Hotel
