MT. KILIMANJARO - 07 DAYS TREK RONGAI ROUTE

Rongai is the only route starting on the northern slope of Kilimanjaro. Though this part of the
Mountain is rarely visited by hikers, it is no less interesting than the popular southern and
western slopes. We recommend Rongai to all those who like reclusive hiking experiences. Getting
to the trailhead – Nalemuru Gate – usually takes 3-4 hours from Moshi town.

Route

Day 1
Day 2
Day 3
Day 4
Day 5
Day 6
Day 7
Day 8
Day 9
End

Moshi
Simba Camp
Second Cave Camp
Kikelelwa Camp
Mawenzi Tarn Camp
Kibo Camp
Uhuru to Horombo hut
Marangu Gate
Departure

Tour Features

Budget tour

This budget tour includes camping and hotels.
Private tour

This tour will be organized exclusively for you and won't be shared with others.
Can start any day

If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.

Can be customized

You can request changes to this tour.
For both solo and group travelers

Both solo travelers and groups can book this tour.
Minimum age of 7 years

The minimum age for this tour is 3 years.

Activities & Transportation

Day by Day

Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

➔ You'll be collected from the airport.
➔ Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.
Day 1 - Arrival in Moshi

Arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), where you will meet with our Shiri Adventures representative, and transfer to the hotel under the rate. The hotel will provide all the essentials for a comfortable stay: cozy rooms, hot water, polite staff, a swimming pool, and Internet access. In the evening there will be a briefing with your Kilimanjaro guides, who will also make sure you are ready to begin the climb..

➔ Main Destination: Moshi (City)
➔ Accommodation: Panama Garden Resort
➔ Meals & Drinks: Meals at your own expense. Drinks not included.
Day 2 - Trekking from Nalemuru Gate to Simba Camp

You will meet your mountain guides and crew in the morning before setting out for Kilimanjaro National Park's northern entrance: Nalemuru Gate (2,020 m). Here, the head guide will acquire the necessary permits and finalize search and rescue registration. This day’s trek through the coniferous forest of Kilimanjaro’s northern slope to Simba Camp is moderate, taking you up to 2,625 m. Remember not to hurry and maintain a comfortable pace. By the time you reach the camp, our professional mountain crew will have pitched your tents and started dinner preparations.
Day 3 - Trekking from Simba Camp to Second Cave Campt

Early in the morning after breakfast, the group will depart from Simba Camp to start trekking towards your second high-altitude camp: Second Cave Camp (3,480 m). This route is rather easy and will only take around 3 hours, so when you reach the camp you will still have ample time to rest and explore the surrounding area. After lunch, you will have a couple of hours to rest, followed by an acclimatization hike in the direction of Kikilelwa Camp (3,630 m) on a stretch of the Rongai Route at a short distance with a 100-meter gain in altitude, after which you will hike back down to Second Cave Camp.
Day 4 - Trekking from Second cave Camp to Kikelelwa Camp

After breakfast, you will begin trekking to Kikelelwa Camp (3,630 m), where you can see Kibo Volcano at its finest (barring cloudy weather). This will be a relief day, so after lunch, you will have time to sleep before the next trekking towards Mawenzi Tarn Camp. In the evening after dinner, the guide will check the health conditions of each person in the group and give the necessary instructions for tomorrow's trekking.
Day 5 - Trekking from Kikelelwa Camp to Mawenzi Tarn Camp

Early wakeup, breakfast and the start of trekking to Mawenzi Tarn Camp, which is situated at the foot of Mawenzi Volcano, Kilimanjaro's second summit. When you reach the camp, you will have lunch and a two-hour rest, after which there will be an acclimatization hike towards Mawenzi Volcano with a 200-meter gain in altitude, followed by a hike back down to Mawenzi Tarn Camp, where you will have dinner in the evening.
Day 6 - Trekking from Mawenzi Tarn Camp to Kibo Camp

This day will be spent trekking toward Kibo Summit Camp (4,700 m). The landscape will change significantly to give way to a rocky semi-desert. The actual trekking is not very difficult; just remember to stick with an appropriate pace to keep up your strength for the trekking to Kilimanjaro's summit. When you reach the camp, we recommend you sleep well, avoid strenuous activity, and drink as much as you can, because that very night you will be ascending Uhuru Peak (5,895 m).
Day 7 - Uhuru Peak Summit Attempt and Descent to Horombo Hut

The team will depart School Hut Camp with its elevation of 4,715 m at night. The trek up to Uhuru Peak’s 5,895 m puts more of a strain on your cardiovascular system than your muscles as the high altitude takes its toll on your body despite the moderate gradient of the climb. One guide will be assigned to every two climbers, constantly evaluating their fitness throughout this part of the climb. A walk on the nearest glacier can be undertaken upon reaching the summit. The descent to 3,720 m at Horombo Camp will include a 2-hour rest stop at Kibo Camp. It is highly advisable to keep in mind that 9 out of 10 climbing accidents happen on the way down, so watch your step!
Day 8 - Final Descent to Marangu Gate

The final descent to Marangu Gate’s 1,860 m starts after breakfast. The stop at the gate presents a good opportunity for the last exchange of impressions and memories of the expedition with the whole of your support crew. The climbers will receive their certificates of achievement at our offices before being driven back to their hotel.
Day 9 - Departure

Departure Rest in the hotel and transfer to the airport or onwards travel. Our classic adventures are what the majority of climbers are looking for. The combination of great comfort and high safety standards makes our classic Kilimanjaro hikes enjoyable and memorable. This is the most popular option among our clients.
End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

➔ Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost. ➔ You'll be dropped off at the airport.

Important to Know

Rates Per Person

Destination	1pax	2pax	3pax	4pax	5pax
07 DAYS TREK RONGAI ROUTE	$1900	$1850	$1800	$1750	$1700

Inclusion

Park fees

For Non Residents
All game drives & activities

(Unless labeled as optional)
All accommodations

(Unless listed as upgrade)
A professional driver/guide

English/German/Spanish speaking
All transportation

(Unless labeled as optional)
All Meals

(As specified in the day-by-day section)
All Drinks

(As specified in the day-by-day section)
All Taxes/VAT

(Unless labeled as optional)

Excluded

International flights

(From/to home)
Personal items & arrangements

(Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
Additional accommodations

(before and at the end of the tour)
Tips

(Tipping guideline US$15.00 pp per day)
Some meals

(As specified in the day-by-day section)

Getting There

This tour starts and ends in Arusha
Book your own international flights
Fly to/from Kilimanjaro Airport (JRO - Check price) near Arusha. Or fly to/from Arusha Airport (ARK - Check price) via Dar es Salaam or Nairobi (Kenya)
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost

MT. KILIMANJARO - 07 DAYS TREK RONGAI ROUTE

Route

Tour Features

Budget tour

Private tour

Can start any day

Can be customized

For both solo and group travelers

Minimum age of 7 years

Activities & Transportation

Day by Day

Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

Day 1 - Arrival in Moshi

Day 2 - Trekking from Nalemuru Gate to Simba Camp

Day 3 - Trekking from Simba Camp to Second Cave Campt

Day 4 - Trekking from Second cave Camp to Kikelelwa Camp

Day 5 - Trekking from Kikelelwa Camp to Mawenzi Tarn Camp

Day 6 - Trekking from Mawenzi Tarn Camp to Kibo Camp

Day 7 - Uhuru Peak Summit Attempt and Descent to Horombo Hut

Day 8 - Final Descent to Marangu Gate

Day 9 - Departure

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

Important to Know

Rates Per Person

Inclusion

Park fees

All game drives & activities

All accommodations

A professional driver/guide

All transportation

All Meals

All Drinks

All Taxes/VAT

Excluded

International flights

Personal items & arrangements

Additional accommodations

Tips

Some meals

Getting There

From $1900 pp

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