6 Days Rongai Route Conquer Mount Kilimanjaro

Duration

Max People

Min Age

10+

Reviews

(3)

4.33 /5

Overview

The Rongai Route stands out as one of the more approachable paths up Mount Kilimanjaro, boasting a notably high success rate among climbers. Beginning from the mountain’s northern side, just below the Kenyan border, it’s distinguished by its lesser-traveled status. Climbers on this route are treated to varied perspectives of the mountain as they descend via the Marangu Route on the southern side.

The journey to the trailhead typically spans around 2.5 hours from Moshi, traversing numerous villages and coffee plantations en route. Before embarking, climbers must register their climbing permits at Marangu, a necessary stop along the way.

Highlights

Day 1: Drive to Kilimanjaro Rongai Gate (Nale Moru), Hike to Simba Camp
Day 2: Hike Simba Camp to Second Cave
Day 3: Hike Second Cave to Third Cave
Day 4: Hike Third Cave to Kibo Hut
Day 5: Kibo Camp to Summit and Horombo Hu
Day 6: Hike Horombo Hut to trail head, drive to Moshi town or Arusha city

Inclusions

PRICE INCLUSIONS	PRICE EXCLUDES
=> All transfers to the mountain and back to your Arusha hotel	=> International and domestic flights
=> Professional, experienced, mountain guides	=> Meals not listed
=> Guides, Porters, Cook salaries and park fees	=> Beverages and alcohol
=> Emergency Oxygen Cylinder	=> Tips for guides, drivers, hotel staff
=> Conservation fees (part of park fees)	=> Optional tours
=> Camping fees (part of park fees)	=> Single room supplement
=> VAT (18% charged by the Government)	=> Personal expenses (visas, airport taxes, Internet, etc.)
=> Rescue fees (part of park fees)	=> Tips for guides, porters, and cooks (budget $450–$650/person)
=> All accommodations per itinerary	=> Sleeping bags and personal gear
=> All meals per itinerary	=> $50 for a single tent
=> All tours and entrance fees per itinerary	=> Low season discount in April/May
=> Round-trip Kilimanjaro Airport transfers (shared)	=> Surcharge for online payment of advance and balance (5% on each payment)
=> National Park gate fees	=> Travel insurance
=> Certified, experienced, English-speaking guides for all routes
=> Salaries for all crew members
=> Tents, foam sleeping pads, cooking equipment, and eating utensils
=> Oximeters
=> Emergency Oxygen (2L canister)