The Rongai Route is a relatively less crowded route for climbing Mount Kilimanjaro. A 6-day itinerary is quite challenging in terms of acclimatization, so it's essential to be well-prepared and in good physical condition
Day 0
Arrival
Arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), where you will meet a dreamscape Travel representative, and transfer you to Moshi town where you will spend the first night at the hotel.
Transport: Private transfer (0.8 hour, 41 km)
Accommodation: Hotel
Day 1
Rongai Gate (1,950m/6,398ft) to Simba Camp (2,650m/8,694ft)
Activity: The day starts with a morning briefing at your hotel in Moshi followed by a drive to the Rongai Gate. At the gate, you'll complete park formalities Our porters prepare and pack our supplies and luggage. The trail starts in a forested area and gradually ascends.
Hiking Time: 3-4 hours
Distance: Approximately 7km
Elevation Gain: 700m (2,296ft)
Habitat: Montane Forest
Accommodation: Camping
Meals included: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Day 2
Simba Camp (2,650m/8,694ft) to Kikelewa Camp (3,600m/11,811ft)
Activity: The day's hike takes you through moorland with sparse vegetation. You'll gain elevation steadily and enjoy scenic views of the surrounding landscape.
Hiking Time: 6-8 hours
Distance: Approximately 11km
Elevation Gain: 950m (3,117ft)
Habitat: Moorland
Accommodation: Camping
Meals included: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Day 3
Kikelewa Camp (3,600m/11,811ft) to Mawenzi Tarn Camp (4,330m/14,206ft)
Activity: Today, you'll hike toward Mawenzi Tarn, nestled in the shadow of Mawenzi Peak. The trail is relatively short, allowing for acclimatization.
Hiking Time: 3-5 hours
Distance: Approximately 4km
Elevation Gain: 730m (2,395ft)
Habitat: Alpine Desert
Accommodation: Camping
Meals included: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Day 4
Mawenzi Tarn Camp (4,330m/14,206ft) to Kibo Hut (4,700m/15,419ft)
Activity: The trail today takes you across the Saddle, a barren alpine desert with spectacular views of both Mawenzi and Kibo peaks.
Hiking Time: 4-6 hours
Distance: Approximately 8km
Elevation Gain: 370m (1,214ft)
Habitat: Alpine Desert
Accommodation: Kibo Hut
Meals included: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Day 5
Kibo Hut (4,700m/15,419ft) to Uhuru Peak (5,895m/19,341ft) to Horombo Hut (3,720m/12,205ft)
Activity: Summit Day! An early start (midnight) takes you to Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa. Descend to Horombo Hut for the night.
Hiking Time: 6-8 hours to the summit, then 4-6 hours descent
Distance: Approximately 6km to the summit, 16km descent
Elevation Gain: 1,195m (3,917ft) ascent, 2,175m (7,135ft) descent
Habitat: Arctic (summit), Moorland (Horombo Hut)
Accommodation: Horombo Hut
Meals included: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Day 6
Horombo Hut (3,720m/12,205ft) to Marangu Gate (1,860m/6,102ft)
Activity: The final descent takes you through moorland and montane forest zones. You'll arrive at Marangu Gate, where you'll receive your summit certificates from the Park Headquarters. Transfer to your hotel.
Transport: Private transfer (0.5 hour, 39 km)
Hiking Time: 5-7 hours
Distance: Approximately 20km
Elevation Loss: 1,860m (6,102ft)
Habitat: Moorland and Montane Forest
Accommodation: Hotel
Departure
After a much-needed nights rest, we will bid you goodbye. If you have arranged airport transfers with us or a safari / Zanzibar trip, we will collect you in the morning for your onward journey.
Transport: Private transfer (0.8 hour, 41 km)
Meals included: Breakfast
Trekking Cost
- 1Pax: $1,700 pp
- 2Pax: $1,670 pp
- 3Pax: $1,600 pp
- 4Pax: $1,540 pp
- 5Pax: $1,490 pp
- 6Pax: $1,440 pp
- 7Pax & Above: $1,400 pp
NOTE: Additional day on mountain costs extra of $300/person
Price includes
- Transportation from & to Kilimanjaro international airport
- Transportation to & from the mountain gate
- Camping and kitchen facilities
- Wages of professional mountain guides, cooks and porters
- Park fees, camping fees, rescue fees, crew fees and all government tax
- Warm water for washing every day
- English speaking mountain guide and assistant.
- All meals while on the mountain
- First Aid Kit includes Oxygen Kit
- 2 nights at the hotel (accommodations); one before and after the trek
Price excludes
- Tips
- Tanzania Visa on arrival
- Any private expenses
- Personal gear rentals
- Personal expenses (e.g., laundry, telephone, beverages, etc.)
- Optional tours (short safari after your climb etc.)
- Local and international flights
- A doctor for the group