Kilimanjaro Rongai Route 8 Days Tour

Moshi

INR

8D / 7N Tour Duration
Budget Tour Type

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Package Overview

Enthusiasts eagerly anticipate embarking on trekking adventures whenever they find the time. It’s a popular activity that many people choose to indulge in during their vacations. If you’re contemplating a trek up Kilimanjaro, opt for a reputable route such as Rongai to experience a plethora of breathtaking views. Does the prospect of trekking along this route excite you? If so, delve into the detailed day-wise activities outlined below.

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Day wise Itinerary

Day 1

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport

Our experts will escort you to the hotel in Moshi for dinner and breakfast, following our provided instructions. Later, there will be a meeting for the Kilimanjaro briefing and equipment check.

Activities : Trekking
Day 2

Rongai Gate to Simba Camp (3-4 hours walking)

After breakfast, you’ll be transported from Moshi to Rongai Gate. Porters will assist with your belongings and guide you through the registration process. The trek begins, leading through a pine forest. Lunch break precedes the trek to Simba Camp at 2600m/8,530ft.

Activities : Trekking
Day 3

Simba Camp to Kikelewa Cave (6-7 hours)

After breakfast, the journey continues to Kikelewa Cave at 3600m/11,811ft, passing the second cave at 3450m/11,318ft for lunch. Tents will be set up according to instructions, providing a camp for the night.

Activities : Trekking
Day 4

Kikelewa Cave to Mawenzi Tarn Camp (3-4 hours)

A shorter trek to Mawenzi Tarn Camp at 4330m/14,206ft offers views of various plants in the moorland. Dinner is served at your campsite.

Activities : Trekking
Day 5

Mawenzi Tarn Camp to Kibo Hut (5-7 hours)

Following breakfast, ascend to Kibo Hut at 4700m/15,419ft in the Saddle. Early dinner is provided, allowing rest before the midnight summit attempt.

Activities : Trekking
Day 6

Kibo Hut to Horombo Hut (11-15 hours)

After tea and biscuits, begin the summit ascent, passing Hans Meyer Cave and Gillman’s Point at 5685m/18,651ft. Snow-covered trails lead to Uhuru Peak at 5895m/19,340ft. Take photos and enjoy tea before descending to Barafu, then Kibo Hut for lunch and rest. Continue down to Horombo Hut at 3720m/12,204ft.

Activities : Trekking
Day 7

Horombo Hut to Marangu Gate (5-6 hours)

After breakfast, descend to Marangu Gate at 1830m/6003ft. Hikers sign and receive certificates for summit completion before returning to Moshi, concluding the journey.

Activities : Trekking
Day 8

Transfer back to the Airport.

Transfer back to the Airport.

Activities : Trekking

Inclusions
Exclusions

Accommodations the night before and the night after the trek two nights in Moshi
Quality, waterproof, four-season private mountain sleeping tents
Professional, experienced, mountain guides
All Park fees
Entry fees, Rescue fees, camping fees or hut fees
All meals while on the Mountain
Arrival and Departure transfers
Guides, Porters, cook salaries and park fees
Quality Mess tents with table and chairs
Transport to the gate on starting day and after the trek
Clean, purified drinking water
Private, portable chemical flush toilets
Fair and ethical treatment of porters
Portable Summit Emergency Oxygen
Kilimanjaro National park certificate for successful summit attempt
Flying Doctor Service

Tanzania Visa: $50 per person on arrival
Personal Expenses (e.g. laundry, telephone, beverages, etc.)
Meals not listed above
Optional Tours (short safari before or after your climb, marangu village day tour, day trip to lake challa, etc)
Tips and any items of personal nature
Health requirements (Yellow Fever – only compulsory if you travel to Tanzania via a Yellow Fever infected country, Meningitis & Hepatitis A remains optional, but comes recommended)