8 days Rongai route Kilimanjaro climbing

Unique, Challenging and Adventurous

About 8 Days Rongai Route
Kilimanjaro climbing

Description

8 Day Kilimanjaro Climb Rongai Route is unique, challenging and adventurous. Suitable for experienced climbers and those with enough energy. The climb takes up to 8 days to and from the top of Africa

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Detailed Day Wise Itinerary

  • Day 1: Nalemoru Gate (1990m) to Simba Camp (2625m)

    This morning we will drive to the village of NaleMoru for the starting point of the Rongai route. The first stage of the trek is through farmland and pine forests. You may have chance to see the beautiful Colobus monkeys or if you’re lucky enough, elephants or buffalos en route. Our first camp will be the Simba Camp located at the edge of the moorland zone at 2625m.


    Distance covered: 8km / 5mi.
    Approx. time taken: 4 - 5 hours
    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included

  • Day 2 :Simba Camp (2625m) to 2nd Cave Camp (3480m)

    The morning hike is a steady ascent up to the Second Cave Camp located in the moorland zone with superb views of Kibo and the Eastern ice fields on the crater rim. .


    with superb views of Kibo and the Eastern ice fields on the crater rim. Distance covered: 5km / 3.1mi
    Approx. time taken: 3 - 4 hours
    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included

  • Day 3 :2nd Cave Camp (3480m) to Kikelewa Camp (3630m)

    Kikelelwa Camp Leaving the pine forest behind, we carry on with a steady ascent walking though moorland. There are superb views of the Eastern ice fields on the crater rim of Kibo, the highest of the three volcanoes which form the mountain. We will leave the main trail and strike out across moorland on a smaller path towards the jagged peaks of Mawenzi, the second of Kilimanjaro volcanoes. We will set up camp today in the sheltered valley near Kikelewa caves at 3630m


    Distance covered: 5km / 3.1mi
    Approx. time taken: 3 - 4 hours
    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included

  • Day 4 :Kikelewa Camp (3630m) to Mawenzi Tarn Hut (4310m) Kikelewa Camp

    This morning we have a short but steep ascent up grassy slopes which is rewarded by a superb view of the Kenyan plains to the north. We leave vegetation behind shortly before reaching our next camp at Mawenzi Tarn Hut directly below the towering cliffs of Mawenzi. This afternoon you have chance to rest or explore the surrounding area to aid acclimatization.


    Distance covered: 8km / 5mi
    Approx. time taken: 4 - 5 hours
    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included

  • Day 5 :Mawenzi Tarn Hut (4310m) to Kibo Hut (4700m)Kibo Hut

    We leave our campsite and cross the lunar desert of the ‘saddle’ between Mawenzi and Kibo After a couple hours trekking, reach this spectacular place, with the summit of Kilimanjaro in the background and our trail to the high camp stretched out before our eyes. Upon reaching our camp the remainder of the day will be spent resting in preparation of the final ascent after a very early night!

    Distance covered: 8km / 5mi
    Approx. time taken: 5 - 6 hours
    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included


  • Day 6 : Kibo Hut (4700m) to UHURU PEAK (5895m) & down to Horombo Hut (3700m)Horombo Hut

    Today is “The Big Day” - the summit stage. You will begin your final ascent around midnight which will be long and strenuous. Passing the Hans Meyer Cave at 5220m, the climb slowly but surely goes upwards. At sunrise, you will reach Gillman’s Point (5681m) – the crater rim of Kilimanjaro – where the sun will slowly start to warm up the land. You will have soon forgotten the cold of the night and after a further hike of 1 - 2 hours, you will reach Uhuru Peak at 5895m. On your return to Kibo Hut, a warm meal awaits you followed by a 1 - 2 hour break before proceeding back down to Horombo Hut.


    Distance covered: 22km / 13.7mi
    Approx. time taken: 12 – 15 hours
    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included

  • Day 7 :Horombo Hut (3700m) to Marangu Gate (1860m)t

    Marangu Gate

    The last stage passes through the heath and moor zone to the Mandara Hut (2700m) where a warm lunch is waiting for you. Soon, you will once again pass the tropical rainforest and after a total time of 6 hours trekking, you will be back at the Kilimanjaro National Park Gate (1860m). After saying goodbye to your mountain guides, a short transfer follows to take you back to your hotel in Moshi. Once there, you can take a warm and relaxing shower and celebrate your success in reaching the summit of the Kilimanjaro.

    Distance covered: 20.8km / 12.9mi
    Approx. time taken: 8 hours
    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included


  • Day 8 :Depart Tanzania

    Moshi
    We leave our campsite and cross the lunar desert of the ‘saddle’ between Mawenzi and Kibo After a couple hours trekking, reach this spectacular place, with the summit of Kilimanjaro in the background and our trail to the high camp stretched out before our eyes. Upon reaching our camp the remainder of the day will be spent resting in preparation of the final ascent after a very early night!

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Transportation to & from the mountain gate Flights
3 meals daily while on the mountain Items of a personal nature
Filtered water throughout the trek Laundry Services
Pre or Post Trek accommodation at the hotel Tips to mountain crew

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Trip Information

  • Location : Kilimanjaro
  • start time: from 08:00
  • End time: from 13:00
  • Free Sightseeing & Hotel

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five Days Marangu Route
 

Marangu route kilimanjaro climbing

Also known as the “Coca-Cola” route

About 5 Days Marangu Route
Kilimanjaro climbing

Description

Also known as the “Coca-Cola” route, the Marangu route approaches Kilimanjaro from the southeast. It is the oldest, most well-established route. Marangu route is most favored because it is considered to be the easiest path on the mountain, given its gradual slope and direct path. Marangu is the only route which offers sleeping huts in dormitory style accommodations

There are 60 bunk beds each at Mandara and Kibo Huts, and 120 bunk beds at Horombo Hut. Guests are supplied with mattresses and pillows, but sleeping bags are still required. The huts have communal dining halls and basic washrooms, ranging from flushing toilets and running water at the lower huts to long drop toilets and buckets of water at Kibo Hut. Also available for consumption are soft drinks, bottled water, and beer (not included in price hereunder).

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Detailed Day Wise Itinerary

  • Day 1: Drive to Kilimanjaro National Park Marangu Gate, Hike to Mandara Hut

    After breakfast and briefing, drive to the Kilimanjaro National Park Gate (about 1 hour), register and commence the climb. Walk through the rainforest to the Mandara encampment. A side trip to Maundi Crater is a good way to see the surroundings including Northern Tanzania and Kenya. In the rainforest, look for towering Eucalyptus trees, bird life, and Colobus monkeys.


    Elevation: 1860m/6100ft to 2700m/8875ft
    Distance: 8km/5mi Hiking
    Time: 3-4 hours
    Habitat: Rain Forest
    Meal: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

  • Day : 2 : Hike Mandara Hut to Horombo Hut

    You leave the glades of the rain-forest and follow an ascending path on the open moorlands to the Horombo encampment. Views of Mawenzi and the summit of Kibo are amazing. Look for giant lobelias and groundsels. You may begin to feel the effects of the altitude


    Elevation: 2700m/8875ft to 3700m/12,200ft
    Distance: 12km/7.5mi
    Hiking Time: 5-6 hours
    Habitat: Heath land
    Meal: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

  • Day 3:Hike Horombo Hut to Kibo Hut

    Ascending, we now pass the last watering point, walking onto the saddle of Kilimanjaro between the peaks of Kibo and Mawenzi. Vegetation begins with upper heath land but then disappears into “moonscape”. Dinner, rest, and prepare for summit climb.


    Elevation: 3700m/12,200ft to 4700m/15,500ft
    Distance: 9km/5.5mi Hiking
    Time: 5-6 hours Habitat: Alpine Desert
    Meal: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

  • Day 4 : Hike Kibo Hut to Summit, and down to Horombo Hut

    Very early in the morning (midnight to 2 am), commence the climb to the summit on steep and heavy scree or snow up to Gilman’s point located on the crater rim. Continuing, we now ascend to Uhuru Peak, which is the highest point in Africa. There are unbelievable views at every turn. Have your picture taken at the summit to show your friends and family. From here we descend, stopping for lunch and a rest at Kibo before continuing on to the Horombo encampment. The beginning of this climb is done in the dark and requires headlamps or flashlights. It will be very cold until you start descending, so you will need all of your warm layers. This is by far the most difficult part of the trek with many switchbacks. Going slowly “pole pole” and an optimistic attitude will get you there!


    Elevation: 4700m/15,500ft to 5895m/19,340ft Down to 3700m/12,200ft
    Distance: 6km/4mi up / 15km/9mi down Hiking
    Time: 6-8 hours up / 15km/9mi down
    Habitat: Alpine Desert
    Meal: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

  • Day : 5 : Hike Horombo Hut to trail head, drive to Moshi

    After breakfast, a steady descent takes us down through moorland to the Mandara Hut. Continue descending through lush forest path to the National Park gate at Marangu. At lower elevations, it can be wet and muddy. Gaiters and trekking poles will help. Shorts and t-shirts will probably be plenty to wear (keep rain gear and warmer clothing handy). A vehicle will be waiting for you at Marangu gate to drive you back to your hotel in Moshi (about 1 hour).


    Elevation: 3700m/12,200ft to 1700m/5500ft
    Distance: 20km/12.5mi Hiking Time: 4-5 hours
    Habitat: Forest
    Meal: Breakfast & Lunch

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Accommodation Return Airfare & Taxes
8 Breakfast, 3 Dinners Arrival & Departure transfers
First-class Travel travel insurance
Free Sightseeing Service tax of 4.50%
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Trip Information

  • Location : Kilimanjaro
  • start time: from 08:00
  • End time: from 13:00
  • Free Sightseeing & Hotel

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