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7-Day Kilimanjaro Rongai Route - Kilimanjaro is a 7 days tour in Tanzania via the Rongai route, starting from USD 1750. See the latest itinerary, inclusions, exclusions, and secure booking options below.

Duration
7 days

Route
Rongai

From
USD 1750

Operator
Kitano Tours & Safaris

About 7-Day Kilimanjaro Rongai Route - Kilimanjaro

Accommodation is only in campsites in basecamp 2 person tent. Ascent is via Machame route and descent is via Mweka route. This route can be trekked within minimum of 6 days, however an additional day for acclimatization is highly recommended. Success rate is high.

Duration: 7 days
Route: Rongai
From: USD 1750

Overview

Itinerary

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Highlights for 7-Day Kilimanjaro Rongai Route - Kilimanjaro

Day 1: Arrival Kilimanjaro airport/altenative
Day 2: Rongai Gate - Simba Cave Camp
Day 3: Simba Cave Camp - Kikelelwa Cave
Day 4: Kikeletwa caves camp to Mawenzi tarn camp
Day 5; Mawenzi tarn caves to Outward Bound camp
Day 6: Out bound camp to Uhuru Peak
Day 7: Horombo Camp toMarangu Camp

Itinerary overview

Day	Title
Day 01	Arrival Kilimanjaro airport/altenative
Day 02	Rongai Gate - Simba Cave Camp
Day 03	Simba Cave Camp - Kikelelwa Cave
Day 04	Kikeletwa caves camp to Mawenzi tarn camp
Day 05	Mawenzi tarn caves to Outward Bound camp
Day 06	Out bound camp to Uhuru Peak
Day 07	Horombo Camp toMarangu Camp

Day 01: Arrival Kilimanjaro airport/altenative

>> Arrival and Pick up from Kilimanjaro International Airport/Alternative to the Hotel in Moshi, dinner and overnight at Kili Cottages Moshi BB. upon arrival you will meet your guide have a pre briefing of Kilimanjaro climb also you will have a chance to meet your team and equipment check.

Time: 8-10hrs
Meals: Breakfast & dinner (Lunch not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Accommodation: Kili Cottages Mid-range hotel located in Moshi (Town)

Day 02: Rongai Gate - Simba Cave Camp

>> Hiking time: 3-4 hours 8km Habitat: Montane forest
Register at the Marangu park gate with a transfer (approximately 2 ½ hours) to the Rongai trailhead. 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 beautiful country. The first night's camp is at First Cave, at about 2,625 meters. There is a toilet and a wooden table with benches, but no hut. Water can be found just down the trail below First Cave (Simba cave camp).

Time: 8-10hrs
Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Accommodation: Budget camping Near Mt Kilimanjaro

Day 03: Simba Cave Camp - Kikelelwa Cave

>> Today is a short trek designed to help you acclimatize. A smaller track leads off the main trail through the moorland and towards Mawenzi's steeply rising slopes. The trekking time is about 3 - 5 hours, arriving in camp for a hot lunch, and a chance to acclimatize while exploring the surrounding landscape of bizarre plants and rock formations and caves.

Time: 8-10hrs
Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Accommodation: Budget camping On Mt Kilimanjaro

Day 04: Kikeletwa caves camp to Mawenzi tarn camp

>> Trek from the moorland and eventually into the stark highland desert towards Mawenzi, on trails not frequented by many tourists. From the Tarn Campsite you will enjoy a magnificent view across the saddle towards Kibo; your final target. Total trekking time is 5-7 hours.

Time: 8-10hrs
Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Accommodation: Budget camping On Mt Kilimanjaro

Day 05: Mawenzi tarn caves to Outward Bound camp

>> The trekking time today is 5 - 7 hours, though a relatively easy hike across the wide saddle between Mawenzi and Kibo. The trek takes you across the massive saddle- the crossing is impressive and the landscape spectacularly stark. Prepare all your gear for the night ahead, and turn in early to rest.

Time: 8-10hrs
Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Accommodation: Kibo Hut Budget mountain hut located on Mt Kilimanjaro

Day 06: Out bound camp to Uhuru Peak

>> You are awoken at midnight, and depart the camp at about 1am. From your camp to the rim of the crater (Gillman's Point (18,750 ft. / 5,712 m)) to Uhuru Peak, the trekking time is about 7 - 8 hours. The following descent to Mweka Camp is about 5 - 6 hours. Total trekking time is 12 - 14 hours. Upon your 1am departure, the temperatures will be between -0 to -10° C, and then from 4am to 6am (just before sunrise), you can expect temperatures from -10° to -20° C. The slope is steep, with switchbacks, over loose rock and scree with some boulders as you near Gilman's Point. You will stop at Hans Meyer cave on the way, the famous place where Kilimanjaro's first western climber described in his journals. Once you arrive at Gilman's Point (after about 5 - 6 hours) at the edge of the crater, the trail to the summit is less demanding, and is reached after a further 1½-2 hours along the snowy crater rim (depending on the season).

Time: 8-10hrs
Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Accommodation: Horombo Hut Budget mountain hut located on Mt Kilimanjaro

Day 07: Horombo Camp toMarangu Camp

>> Descend straight to the gate (5 - 6 hours), where you'll have lunch and will be awarded climbing certificates. Transfer back to Arusha for a much-welcomed shower!