Rongai Route – 8 Days / 6 Days Trekking
Start From $ 2400 Per Person
Rongai Route 8 Days / 6 Days Trekking
The Rongai Route approaches Kilimanjaro from the northern side, near the Kenyan border, offering a quieter, less crowded path. This route is ideal for trekkers who prefer a gentle gradient with gradual altitude gain, while still enjoying spectacular views of Kibo and Mawenzi Volcanoes.
Rongai also has a high summit success rate, making it suitable for first-time climbers or those who want a peaceful, scenic trek.
TOUR PLAN
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TOUR TYPE
Private Safari
Routes
Rongai Route
START DATE
Can start any day
DURATION
6-8 Days Route
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ITINERARY
Upon arrival, you will be greeted by a Travel with Shira representative and transferred to your hotel. The hotel offers comfortable rooms, hot showers, Wi-Fi, a swimming pool, and friendly service.
In the evening, meet your lead guide for a full climb briefing and equipment check.
Notes:
Check-in: 2:00 PM
Shared airport transfers included; private transfers extra
After breakfast, depart by vehicle to Nalemuru Gate (2,020m), the northern entrance of Kilimanjaro National Park. After registration and permits, begin trekking to Simba Camp (2,671m) through coniferous forest along the northern slopes.
Take your time and maintain a steady pace. At camp, the team will prepare tents and dinner.
Trekking Time: 3–4 hours
Distance: 8 km
Altitude Tips:
Drink at least 4 liters of water per day
Consider preventive high-altitude medication
Report any symptoms of altitude sickness to your guide
Trek from Simba Camp to Kikilewa Camp (3,630m). This day involves more physical effort, with the trail gradually ascending toward the northern flanks of Kibo Volcano. Enjoy stunning views of Kibo if the skies are clear.
Trekking Time: 5–6 hours
Distance: 10 km
After breakfast, continue trekking to Mawenzi Tarn Camp (4,315m), at the base of Mawenzi Volcano, Kilimanjaro’s second-highest peak. After lunch and rest, take a short acclimatization hike toward Mawenzi Volcano (+200m) before returning to camp.
Acclimatization Hike:
Start: Mawenzi Tarn Camp (4,315m)
Destination: Mawenzi Volcano (4,510m)
Distance: 2 km / 1.2 miles
Hiking Time: 1–2 hours
Trekking Time: 4–5 hours
Distance: 6 km
Trek across the rocky, semi-desert slopes to Kibo Hut Camp (4,720m). Rest and hydrate well in preparation for summit night.
Trekking Time: 5–6 hours
Distance: 9 km
Depart around midnight from Kibo Hut for the summit attempt to Uhuru Peak (5,895m). Climbers are paired with a personal guide for safety and support. After reaching the summit, you can walk to nearby glaciers.
Descent continues to Kibo Hut for a short rest and lunch, then further down to Horombo Camp (3,720m).
Trekking Time: 12–14 hours
Distance: 21 km
Descend through rainforest to Marangu Gate (1,970m), marking the end of the trek. Celebrate with your team, receive your summit certificates, and transfer back to your hotel.
Trekking Time: 5–6 hours
Distance: 18 km
After breakfast, transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your onward flight.
Hotel check-out: 11:00 AM (late check-out available at extra cost)
INCLUDED
- Quality, waterproof, four-season mountain sleeping tents (on twin sharing basis)
- All transfers to the mountain and back to your Moshi hotel
- Guides, Porters, Cook salaries and park fees
- All meals while on the Mountain
- Rescue fees (part of park fees)
- Emergency Oxygen Cylinder
- Kilimanjaro summit certificate
- Clean, purified drinking water
- Conservation fees (part of park fees)
- Camping or Hut fees (part of park fees)
- Quality Mess tents with table and chairs
- VAT (18% charged by the Government)
- Sleeping Mattress
- Professional, experienced, mountain guides
EXCLUDED
- Meals not listed in the itinerary
- International and domestic flights
- Liquors, beers and bottled beverages
- Tanzania Visa
- Travel insurance
- Personal Expenses (e.g. laundry, telephone, beverages, etc.)
- Transfers (available as an optional addon)
- Surcharge for online payment of advance and balance (5% on each payment)
- Tips and gratuities
- Personal trekking equipment such as sleepings bags, hiking boots, clothes, etc (available for renting)
- Hotel (available as an optional addon)
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