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Package Overview

(8 Days Total: Arrival + 6 Days Trekking + Departure)
Start Point: Rongai Gate (Northern Kilimanjaro)
End Point: Mweka Gate (Southern Slope)
Difficulty: Moderate
Best Time to Climb: January–March & June–October
Route Type: Less-crowded, dry-side route with diverse views

The Rongai Route is the only trail that approaches Mount Kilimanjaro from the north, near the Kenyan border. Known for being quiet, scenic, and relatively dry, it’s an excellent choice for trekkers looking to avoid crowds while enjoying gradual acclimatization. This 6-day trek offers changing landscapes from arid wilderness to alpine desert and lush rainforest on the descent via Mweka Gate. It’s ideal for those seeking a peaceful climb with a high summit success rate.

Day wise Itinerary

• Day 1 : Arrival in Arusha or Moshi

  Pick-up from Kilimanjaro International Airport and transfer to your hotel. Evening briefing, gear check, and overnight rest.

  • Themes Trekking
• Day 2 : Rongai Gate (1,950m) – Simba Camp (2,650m)

  Hiking Time: 4–5 hours
  
  Distance: 7 km
  
  Zone: Montane Forest
  Drive to Rongai Gate and begin hiking through lush pine forests and local farmland. Overnight at Simba Camp with mountain views.

  • Themes Hiking
• Day 3 : Simba Camp – Second Cave Camp (3,450m)

  Hiking Time: 6–7 hours
  
  Distance: 12 km
  Climb gradually through heath and moorland. Stop for lunch near Second Cave, and overnight nearby with excellent views of Kibo Peak.

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• Day 4 : Second Cave – Kikelewa Camp (3,600m) – Mawenzi Tarn Camp (4,330m)

  Hiking Time: 6–7 hours
  
  Distance: 10 km
  Trek toward Mawenzi, the jagged volcanic peak. Stop at Kikelewa Camp before continuing to Mawenzi Tarn Camp, a stunning site beneath Mawenzi’s cliffs.

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• Day 5 : Mawenzi Tarn – Kibo Camp (4,700m)

  Hiking Time: 4–5 hours
  
  Distance: 9 km
  Cross the high alpine desert toward Kibo Hut, the base camp for your summit push. Eat early dinner and sleep before your midnight ascent.

  • Themes Hiking
• Day 6 : Summit Day – Uhuru Peak (5,895m) – Horombo Camp (3,720m)

  Hiking Time: 12–15 hours
  
  Distance: ~22 km
  Start summit attempt at midnight via Gilman’s Point and Stella Point, then reach Uhuru Peak, Africa’s highest point! After photos and celebration, descend to Horombo Camp for overnight rest.

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• Day 7 : Horombo Camp – Mweka Gate – Transfer to Hotel

  Hiking Time: 5–6 hours
  
  Distance: 20 km
  Descend through moorland and rainforest to Mweka Gate. Collect your certificate and transfer back to your hotel for a hot shower and celebration dinner.

  • Themes Hiking
• Day 8 : Departure

  After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your international flight. Asante sana – we hope to welcome you again!

  • Themes Hiking

Inclusions

• Hotel
• Airport transfers (Kilimanjaro/Arusha)
• 2 nights accommodation in Arusha/Moshi (pre/post trek)
• All park fees, camping fees, rescue fees, and taxes
• Professional certified English-speaking guides, porters, and cook
• Sleeping tents, dining tent, tables, and chairs
• All meals on the mountain (B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner)
• Purified drinking water
• Emergency oxygen and first aid kit
• Certificate of achievement (gold for Uhuru Peak)

Exclusions

• International/domestic flights
• Tanzanian visa ($50)
• Personal trekking gear (available for rent)
• Travel insurance (required)
• Tips for guide, cook, and porters (recommended $250–$300)
• Alcohol, soda, snacks, and personal expenses

Price & Rates

Package Start From

• Kilimanjaro, Tanzania, Africa

Terms & Conditions

This Tour is Offered by

• Kilimanjaro, Moshi, Ward Rau - postal code- 25103, Moshi, Tanzania - 25120
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