6 Days Mount Kilimanjaro climbing Via RONGAI ROUTE
6 Days Mount Kilimanjaro climbing via RONGAI ROUTE.
Country: Tanzania.
City: Kilimanjaro
Duration: 6 Day(s) – 5 Night(s)
Tour Category: Trekking, hiking safari
Safari Overview.
On your 6 Days Mount Kilimanjaro climbing Via RONGAI ROUTE you ascend Mount Kilimanjaro from the north-eastern side of the mountain, along the border between Tanzania and Kenya.
This kilimanjaro route retains a sense of unspoilt wilderness and offers a different perspective on Kilimanjaro by approaching it from the north.
It’s also the most scenic of the Mount Kilimanjaro routes.
The itinerary below is for a seven day Rongai Route trek. Six day trekkers do not spend an additional day at Mawenzi Tarn (4,300 meters) to acclimatise. Eight day trekkers also stop on day two at Rongai Second Cave (3,450 meters) before proceeding to Kikelewa Camp (3,600 meters).
Safari Inclusions.
Pick up and drop off at Kilimanjaro International Airport.
Pre & Post Trek accommodation at Parkview Inn or Kilimanjaro wonders Hotel
Park fees, camping fees, rescue fees and 18% VAT on tour fees & services which cost nearly 55% of the total cost charged.
4 Season mountain tents
Sleeping Mats
Transportation to & from the mountain gate
Professional mountain guides, cooks and porters
3 meals daily while on the mountain
Filtered water throughout the trek
Fair wages for the mountain crew as approved by the Kilimanjaro National Park Authority (KINAPA), Kilimanjaro Association of Tour Operators (KIATO)
Portable flush toilet can be provided for free upon client’s request.
Safari Exclusions.
Flights
Items of a personal nature
Laundry Services
A doctor for the group
Tips to mountain crew
Tip on Mountain Kilimanjaro is recommended for group sharing as following:
Guide $15 – $20/guide/day
Cook $10 – $15/day
Porters $8
6 Days Mount Kilimanjaro climbing Via RONGAI ROUTE
DETAILED ITINERARY.
DAY 1: Nalemoru Gate (1990m) to Simba Camp (2625m).
Begin your 6 Days Mount Kilimanjaro climbing Via RONGAI ROUTE safari in the morning with our guide driving you to the village of NaleMoru at the starting point of the Rongai route.
The first stage of the trek is through farmland and pine forests. You may have chance to see the beautiful Colobus monkeys or if you’re lucky enough, elephants or buffalos en route.
Our first camp will be the Simba Camp located at the edge of the moorland zone at 2625m.
Distance covered: 8km / 5miles
Approx. time taken: 4 – 5 hours
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included
DAY 2: Simba Camp (2625m) to Kikelewa Camp (3630m).
The morning hike is a steady ascent up to the Second Cave Camp located in the moorland zone with superb views of Kibo and the Eastern ice fields on the crater rim.
After lunch at cave camp we carry on with a steady ascent walking though moorland.
There are superb views of the Eastern ice fields on the crater rim of Kibo, the highest of the three volcanoes which form the mountain.
We will leave the main trail and strike out across moorland on a smaller path towards the jagged peaks of Mawenzi, the second of Kilimanjaro’s volcanoes. We will set up camp today in the sheltered valley near Kikelewa caves at 3630m
Distance covered: 10km / 6.2mi
Approx. time taken: 6 – 7 hours
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included
DAY 3: Kikelewa Camp (3630m) to Mawenzi Tarn Hut (4310m).
This morning we have a short but steep ascent up grassy slopes which is rewarded by a superb view of the Kenyan plains to the north.
We leave vegetation behind shortly before reaching our next camp at Mawenzi Tarn Hut directly below the towering cliffs of Mawenzi.
This afternoon you have chance to rest or explore the surrounding area to aid acclimatization.
Distance covered: 8km / 5mi
Approx. time taken: 4 – 5 hours
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included
DAY 4: Mawenzi Tarn Hut (4310m) to Kibo Hut (4700m).
We leave our campsite and cross the lunar desert of the ‘saddle’ between Mawenzi and Kibo.
After a couple hours trekking, reach this spectacular place, with the summit of Kilimanjaro in the background and our trail to the high camp stretched out before our eyes.
Upon reaching our camp the remainder of the day will be spent resting in preparation of the final ascent after a very early night!
Distance covered: 8km / 5mi
Approx. time taken: 5 – 6 hours
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included
DAY 5: Kibo Hut (4700m) to UHURU PEAK (5895m) to Horombo Hut (3700m).
Today is the summit day! You will begin your final ascent around midnight which will be long and strenuous.
Passing the Hans Meyer Cave at 5220m, the climb slowly but surely goes upwards.
At sunrise, you will reach Gillman’s Point (5681m) – the crater rim of Kilimanjaro – where the sun will slowly start to warm up the land.
You will have soon forgotten the cold of the night and after a further hike of 1 – 2 hours, you will reach Uhuru Peak at 5895m.
On your return to Kibo Hut, a warm meal awaits you followed by a 1 – 2 hour break before proceeding back down to Horombo Hut.
Distance covered: 22km / 13.7mi
Approx. time taken: 12 – 15 hours
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included
DAY 6: Horombo Hut (3700m) to Marangu Gate (1860m).
The last stage passes through the heath and moor zone to the Mandara Hut (2700m) where a warm lunch is waiting for you.
Soon, you will once again pass the tropical rainforest and after a total time of 6 hours trekking, you will be back at the Kilimanjaro National Park Gate (1860m).
After saying goodbye to your mountain guides, a short transfer follows to take you back to your hotel in Moshi.
Once there, you can take a warm and relaxing shower and celebrate your success in reaching the summit of the Kilimanjaro.
Distance covered: 20.8km / 12.9mi
Approx. time taken: 8 hours
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included
DAY 7: Depart Tanzania (Bon Voyage).
This day is left for your next destination. If you have safari, then might be used to beginning your safari or fly to Zanzibar or fly back home.
Our vehicle will be ready to take you to Kilimanjaro International airport at your time.
Meals: Breakfast Included
End of Safari!!!