Mount Kilimanjaro Climbing Via Rongai Route 9 Days Tour

Arrive anytime at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), there will be a pick up private transfer waiting to Kilimanjaro Wonder hotel in Moshi. We will gather in the evening for a pre- climb briefing and an equipment check. We will also confirm you have the appropriate mandatory medical coverage and travel insurance.

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Wake early and drive about one hour to the Marangu Gate where you will register. Thereafter drive approximately 2.5 hours to the Rongai Gate (1950 m) where you will meet your porters before beginning the trek from the Nale Moru Village. The small winding path crosses maize fields before climbing gradually through a pine forest. Spend the night at Rongai Cave (2600 m).
Trekking Time: 3-4 hours ⎟ Distance: 7 km⎟ Altitude Gain: 650 m.

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The trail continues up towards Kibo, passing Second Cave en-route, and reaching Kikelewa Cave at 3600 meters. From here the views start to open up affording expansive views of the summit. Spend the night at Kikelewa Cave.
Trekking Time: 6-7 hours ⎟ Distance: 9 km⎟ Altitude Gain: 1000 m.

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A short but steep climb up grassy slopes is rewarded by superb all-around views and a tangible sense of wilderness. You will leave the vegetation behind shortly before reaching the next camp at Mawenzi Tarn (4330 m), spectacularly situated directly beneath the towering spires of Mawenzi Peak. The afternoon will be free to rest or explore the surrounding area as an aid to acclimatization.
Trekking Time: 4-5 hours ⎟ Distance: 7 km⎟ Altitude Gain: 730.

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Spend the day at Mawenzi Tarn to acclimatize. You will be able to trek and explore the area in addition to resting to ensure readiness to continue the trek the following day.

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Cross the lunar-like desert of the 'Saddle' between the Mawenzi and Kibo peaks to reach Kibo campsite (4750 m) at the bottom of the Kibo crater wall. Spend the evening resting for the final ascent to thesummit.
Trekking Time: 5-6 hours ⎟ Distance: 8 km⎟ Altitude Gain: 420 m.

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Wake around midnight to begin your ascent to Uhuru Peak. The first section of the trail consists of a rocky path to the Hans Meyer Cave. You will then take on switchbacks up to Gillman's Point at 5681 m, situated on the crater rim. This section is very steep with much stone scree and is the most demanding section of the route. From Gillman's Point, hike for another two hours up to Uhuru Peak (5895 m), the highest point in Africa. You made it! Enjoy a short time on the Roof of Africa before beginning the descent.
Trekking Time: 6-8 hours ⎟ Distance: 9 km⎟ Altitude Gain: 1145 m.

Descend via the Marangu Route, passing through Kibo Hut and then onto Horombo (3720 m), where you will spend your last night on the mountain. Enjoy your final mountain dinner and a well-earned night’s sleep.
Trekking Time: 5-6 hours ⎟ Distance: 12 km ⎟ Altitude Loss: 2175 m.

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After breakfast, continue your descent, passing Mandara Hut down to the Marangu Gate (1842 m) where you will receive your summit certificates courtesy of the Kilimanjaro National Park Authority. You will be met by a vehicle for the transfer back to your hotel in Moshi town.
Trekking Time: 5-7 hours ⎟ Distance: 18 km⎟ Altitude Loss: 1878 m.
Back to Moshi where you can treat yourself to a well-earned shower and a cold beer or two.

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We will transfer you from the hotel to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) where you will fly back home.

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