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Package Overview

(9 Days Total: Arrival + 7 Days Trekking + Departure)
Start Point: Rongai Gate (Northern Side)
End Point: Mweka Gate (Southern Side)
Route Type: One-way, scenic and quiet
Difficulty: Moderate
Best Time to Climb: January–March & June–October

The Rongai Route is the only trail that approaches Mount Kilimanjaro from the north near the Kenyan border, offering a quieter, drier, and more remote experience. It features beautiful wilderness, excellent views of Mawenzi, and a gentle ascent profile, making it suitable for climbers with varying fitness levels. This 7-day itinerary allows for better acclimatization, increasing your chances of a successful summit.

Day wise Itinerary

• Day 1 : Arrival in Arusha/Moshi

  Pick-up from Kilimanjaro International Airport and transfer to your hotel for dinner, climb briefing, and overnight rest.

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

  Hiking Time: 4–5 hours
  
  Distance: 7 km
  
  Zone: Rainforest
  Start your trek from Rongai Gate, passing through lush forest and farmlands. Overnight at Simba Camp on the edge of the moorland.

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

  Hiking Time: 6–7 hours
  
  Distance: 12 km
  
  Zone: Moorland
  Climb gradually through heather and moorland, with wide views of the eastern ice fields. Overnight at Second Cave Camp.

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

  Hiking Time: 4–5 hours
  
  Distance: 9 km
  
  Zone: Moorland
  Leave the main trail and head toward Mawenzi Peak. Arrive at the scenic Kikelewa Camp, surrounded by giant groundsels and unique alpine flora.

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• Day 5 : Kikelewa – Mawenzi Tarn Camp (4,330m)

  Hiking Time: 4–5 hours
  
  Distance: 6 km
  
  Zone: Alpine Desert
  A short but steep climb up grassy slopes leads to the remote and beautiful Mawenzi Tarn, nestled beneath the towering Mawenzi spires. Great for acclimatization hikes in the afternoon.

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• Day 6 : Mawenzi Tarn – Kibo Hut (4,700m)

  Hiking Time: 5–6 hours
  
  Distance: 9 km
  
  Zone: Alpine Desert
  Cross the high alpine desert to Kibo Hut, your base camp for summit night. Have an early dinner and rest before the midnight summit push.

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• Day 7 : Summit Day – Uhuru Peak (5,895m) – Horombo Hut (3,720m)

  Hiking Time: 12–15 hours
  
  Distance: ~21 km
  Begin your summit attempt at midnight, reaching Gilman’s Point (5,681m) and Uhuru Peak by sunrise. After celebrating, descend to Horombo Hut for your final night on the mountain.

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• Day 8 : Horombo – Mweka Gate – Transfer to Hotel

  Hiking Time: 5–7 hours
  
  Distance: 20 km
  Descend through moorland and rainforest to Mweka Gate, where you receive your certificate and transfer back to your hotel for a hot shower and celebration dinner.

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• Day 9 : Departure

  After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your international flight. Congratulations on reaching the Roof of Africa!

  • Themes Hiking

Inclusions

• Hotel
• All airport transfers (Kilimanjaro/Arusha)
• 2 nights hotel in Moshi/Arusha (pre and post trek)
• Kilimanjaro National Park entry and camping fees
• Certified professional mountain guides, cook, and porters
• All meals on the mountain (B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner)
• Sleeping tents, mess tent, camping equipment
• Drinking water, tea/coffee, and boiled water for refill
• Portable toilet (on request)
• Emergency oxygen and first aid kit
• Certificate of achievement (Uhuru Peak)

Exclusions

• International flights
• Tanzania visa ($50)
• Tips for crew (recommended $250–$350 per hiker)
• Personal trekking gear (rentals available)
• Travel insurance (required)
• Alcohol, soft drinks, snacks
• Extra hotel nights or excursions

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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