7 Days Rongai Route - Mount Kilimanjaro Hiking - Climbing - Trekking

Kilimanjaro - Moshi - Arusha

161,000 Price (per person)
7D / 6N Tour Duration
Mid Range Tour Type

Inclusions:
Hotel
Sightseeing
Transfers
Pickup-Drop
Non Veg Meals
Veg Meals
Veg & Non Veg Meals

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ABOUT RONGAI ROUTE
The Rongai route is the only route that approaches Kilimanjaro from the north, close to the Kenyan border. Though gaining popularity amongst climbers, this route still experiences low crowds. Rongai has a more gradual slope than the mountain’s other routes. It is the preferred route for those looking for an alternative to the popular Marangu route, for those who would like a more remote hike, and for those who are climbing during the rainy season (the north side receives less precipitation). Rongai is a moderately difficult route, and is highly recommended, especially for those with less backpacking experience. Although the scenery is not as varied as the western routes, Rongai makes up for this by passing through true wilderness areas for nearly the entire way. Descent is made via the Marangu route. Burigi Chato Safaris® offers Rongai as a seven days group climb or a six days climb. The six day variation does not have an acclimatization day on day four at Mawenzi Tarn.

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Day wise Itinerary

Day 1

Arusha/Moshi to Rongai Gate to Simba Camp

Rongai Gate to Simba Camp
We take a ride to Marangu to complete the necessary registration formalities, before transferring by SUV to Rongai. The climb begins from Nale Moru (6,400 ft) on a small path that winds through fields of maize and potatoes before entering a pine forest. The track then starts to climb consistently, but gently through attractive forest that shelters a variety of wildlife, including the Colobus monkey. These monkeys are black with a long ‘cape’ of white hair and a flowing whitetail. The forest begins to thin out at the edge of the moorland zone. Then, we take in the expansive views over the Kenyan plains as we arrive at our first campsite at Rongai One Camp (8,500 ft).

Distance covered: 4.3 miles
Time to be used: 3 - 4 hours
Meals: Lunch and Dinner
Accommodation: Simba campsite

Activities : Adventure , Camping , Luxury , Trekking , Hiking , Mountain Biking , Mountaineering , Mountaineering

Accommodation : Simba Camp [ 5 Star ]
Day 2

Simba Camp to Second Caves Camp

The morning walk is a steady ascent up to the Second Cave(11,300 ft) with superb views of Kibo and the Eastern Icefields on the crater rim. After lunch, we leave the main trail and strike out and head southeast across the moorland on a smaller path towards the jagged peaks of Mawenzi. Our campsite is in a sheltered valley, decorated with giant senecios near Kikelewa Caves (11,800 ft).

Distance Covered: 5.7 miles
Time to be used: 6 - 7 hours
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Second Caves Camp

Activities : Adventure
Day 3

Second caves Camp to Kikelewa Caves

A short but steep climb is rewarded by superb all-round views and a tangible sense of wilderness. We leave vegetation behind shortly before reaching the next camp at Mawenzi Tarn(14,200 ft), spectacularly situated in a cirque directly beneath the towering spires of Mawenzi. The afternoon will be free to rest or explore the surrounding area as an aid to acclimatization.

Distance Covered: 2.3 miles
Time to be used: 3 - 4 hrs
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Kikelewa Caves

Activities : Adventure
Day 4

Kikelewa Caves to Mawenzi Tarn

We have an additional day to acclimatize. The day will be spent exploring the area with a walk up onto the Saddle towards Camel’s Back. Afterwards, we will return to camp at Mawenzi Tarn (14,200 ft).

Time to be used: 2 - 3 hours
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Mawenzi Tarn

Activities : Adventure
Day 5

Mawenzi Tarn to Kibo Hut

We cross the lunar desert of the saddle between Mawenzi and Kibo to reach Kibo Hut (15,400 ft) at the bottom of the crater wall. The remainder of the day is spent resting in preparation for an early morning final ascent.

Distance Covered: 5.5 miles
Time to be used: 5 - 6 hrs
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Kibo Hut

Activities : Adventure
Day 6

Kibo Hut to Uhuru Peak to Horombo Hut

At 1 am we will begin the most demanding part of the climb by headlamp. First, we will plod very slowly in the darkness on a switchback trail through loose volcanic scree to reach the crater rim at Gillman’s Point (18,600 ft). Here we will rest here for a short time to enjoy the spectacular sunrise over Mawenzi. Those who are still feeling strong can make the three-hour round trip to Uhuru Peak (19,345 ft). You will pass close to the spectacular glaciers and ice cliffs that still occupy most of the summit area. The descent to Kibo Hut (15,400 ft) is surprisingly fast and, after some refreshments, we continue the descent to Horombo Huts (12,200 ft).

Distance Covered: 12.3 miles
Time to be used: 11 - 15 hours
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Horombo Hut

Activities : Adventure
Day 7

Horombo Hut to Marangu Gate to Moshi

At 1 am we will begin the most demanding part of the climb by headlamp. First, we will plod very slowly in the darkness on a switchback trail through loose volcanic scree to reach the crater rim at Gillman’s Point (18,600 ft). Here we will rest here for a short time to enjoy the spectacular sunrise over Mawenzi. Those who are still feeling strong can make the three-hour round trip to Uhuru Peak (19,345 ft). You will pass close to the spectacular glaciers and ice cliffs that still occupy most of the summit area. The descent to Kibo Hut (15,400 ft) is surprisingly fast and, after some refreshments, we continue the descent to Horombo Huts (12,200 ft).

Distance Covered: 12.4 miles
Time to be used: 5 - 6 hours
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch

Activities : Adventure

Food/Meal Plan

AP (Room + Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner)

Inclusions
Exclusions

General
✓ Guide
✓ Park Fees
✓ Tax
✓ Gate transfer
✓ Crew wages
✓ Environment fees
Other
✓ Guide
✓ Porters
✓ Cook
Accommodation
During the climb you will spleep in Tents
Food
✓ 6 Breakfasts
✓ 7 Lunches
✓ 6 Dinners
✓ Drinking Water

Not Included
Flights
Crew Tips
Visas

Price & Rates

No of pax	Age Limit	Price per pax (Rs)
Adult	Above 15 years	$ 1750 / Adult( With Tax )
Child	Below 15 years	$ 1350 / Child( With Tax )

* Mentioned prices may vary depending upon date of travel, hotel availability, surge pricing and seasonal rush.

Accommodation

City	Hotel Name	Star Rating
Kilimanjaro	Simba Camp

Package Start From

Moshi, Tanzania, Africa

Terms & Conditions

Payment Terms & Methods :

* 20% Advance Percentage of total booking amount

Cancellation & Refund Policy :

* Refund will be made within 15 working days from the date of receipt of the cancellation.

This Tour is Offered by

Burigi Chato Safaris (Serengeti/Kilimanjaro tour agency)

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Client Testimonials

Jerrard Brown, Tanzania

Reviewed: Jun 04, 2020

Amazing Kilimanjaro Experience There is something amazing that I want to tell everyone here reading this review! I had to write because you have to see it! Doing Kilimanjaro with Burigi Chato Safaris is awesome! I will tell you this: these guys are organized for every trip I did with them they were amazing. From trip planning to its delivery the itinerary as planned was amazing! Everything went as planned! I liked the few surprise moments including the in-town routes to go to a restaurant and a few bars I was given an office car! The Burigi Chato office is friendly I booked online after being recommended by friends therefore, I was a stranger I became easily a friend because they were friendly!
Bone Frances, Tanzania

Reviewed: Jun 04, 2020

Incredible Safari I have always wanted to do Serengeti since I was a kid. The movie Lion King inspired me. As I was booking my ticket to Tanzania where Serengeti is I saw an Island named Zanzibar! I as well hooked it up on social media and the entire internet I was excited to know that after Safari I can relax by the beach with clear waters with no perms or any stones. I then found Burigi Chato Safaris which pledged to help me. The chat I had with them was very detailed answering every bit and inch of my questions. I was very informed even before agreeing to book with them (Then eventually it was the reason to why I wanted to book with them) they answered all my questions. I got in the safari car and everything was well planned from the lunch box during the exit day from town to the park to the last day when the managing director Geoffrey met us after our safari.
Bone Frances, Tanzania

Reviewed: Jun 04, 2020

Incredible Safari I have always wanted to do Serengeti since I was a kid. The movie Lion King inspired me. As I was booking my ticket to Tanzania where Serengeti is I saw an Island named Zanzibar! I as well hooked it up on social media and the entire internet I was excited to know that after Safari I can relax by the beach with clear waters with no perms or any stones. I then found Burigi Chato Safaris which pledged to help me. The chat I had with them was very detailed answering every bit and inch of my questions. I was very informed even before agreeing to book with them (Then eventually it was the reason to why I wanted to book with them) they answered all my questions. I got in the safari car and everything was well planned from the lunch box during the exit day from town to the park to the last day when the managing director Geoffrey met us after our safari.