Duration

6 Days 5 Nights

Country

Tanzania, United Republic of

Maximum Traveller

20

Min Pax

2

6-Day Rongai Kilimanjaro Trek

The 6-Day Rongai Kilimanjaro Trek offers a scenic, less-crowded ascent with diverse habitats, stunning views, and a gradual climb for better acclimatisation, culminating at Uhuru Peak.

Itinerary

Day 1: Nalemoru Gate (1990m) to Simba Camp (2625m)

  • Distance: 8km, Time: 4-5 hrs.
  • Habitat: Farmland, Pine Forest

    • We drive to Nale Moru, the starting point of the Rongai route. The trek begins through farmland and pine forests, with possible sightings of Colobus monkeys, elephants, or buffalo. Our first camp, Simba Camp, is located at the edge of the moorland zone at 2625m.


    Day 2: Simba Camp (2625m) to Kikelelwa Camp (3630m)

  • Distance: 10km, Time: 6-7 hrs.
  • Habitat: Moorland

    • The hike begins with a steady ascent to the Second Cave Camp in the moorland zone, offering views of Kibo and the Eastern ice fields. After lunch, we continue across moorland to Kikelelwa Camp, located at 3630m in a sheltered valley near Kikelewa caves.


    Day 3: Kikelelwa Camp (3630m) to Mawenzi Tarn Hut (4310m)

  • Distance: 8km, Time: 4-5 hrs.
  • Habitat: Moorland, Alpine Desert

    • A short but steep ascent up grassy slopes rewards us with stunning views of the Kenyan plains. We continue to Mawenzi Tarn Hut, situated beneath the towering cliffs of Mawenzi, where you can rest and acclimatise.


     Day 4: Mawenzi Tarn Hut (4310m) to Kibo Hut (4700m)

  • Distance : 22km, Time : 8-10 hrs.
  • Habitat : Alpine Dessert

    • We cross the lunar desert of the “saddle” between Mawenzi and Kibo, heading towards Kibo Hut at 4700m. This afternoon is for resting in preparation for the summit ascent.


    Day 5: Kibo Hut (4700m) to Uhuru Peak (5895m) to Horombo Hut (3700m)

  • Distance: 20.8km, Time: 8 hrs.
  • Habitat : Arctic Dessert, Ice Cap

    • The summit day begins around midnight with a strenuous climb. Passing Hans Meyer Cave, we reach Gillman’s Point at sunrise. A final push leads us to Uhuru Peak at 5895m. Afterward, we descend to Kibo Hut for a break before continuing to Horombo Hut.

    Day 6: Horombo Hut (3700m) to Marangu Gate (1860m)

  • Distance: 20.8km, Time: 8 hrs.
  • Habitat: Heath, Moorland, Rainforest

    • The final descent passes through heath and moorland, reaching Mandara Hut for lunch. We continue through tropical rainforest to Marangu Gate, where we celebrate our successful trek before returning to the hotel in Moshi/Arusha and end your 6-Day Rongai Kilimanjaro Trek

    Inclusions/Exclusions

    Price includes

  • All nights’ accommodation in tents
  • Professional, experienced, mountain Guide
  • All park fees and rescue fees
  • All meals while on the mountain
  • Arrival and departure transfers
  • Guides, porters, cook salaries, and park fees
  • Clean, purified drinking water

    • Price excludes

    li>Tanzania Visa: $50 per person.
  • Personal expenses (e.g., laundry, telephone, beverages, etc.)
  • Optional Tours
  • Tips and any items of a personal nature
  • International and local flights
  • Yellow fever vaccinations

    • Travel Tips

    Visa
    To enter Tanzania, most traveler's require a tourist or business visa. You can apply for an e-visa online or obtain a visa on arrival at designated entry points. Ensure your passport is valid for at least six months beyond your arrival date and has one blank page. Apply through the official Tanzania Immigration website for an e-visa or obtain a visa on arrival at major entry points.

    Yellow Fever
    Yellow fever vaccination is mandatory for travelers arriving from Countries with a risk of yellow fever transmission. This also applies to those who have transited through such countries for 12 hours or more. Upon arrival, you must present a valid vaccination certificate.


    Zanzibar Insurance Policy
    As of October 1, 2024, Zanzibar requires all visitors (excluding residents) to obtain mandatory Inbound Travel Insurance from the Zanzibar Insurance Corporation (ZIC) for the duration of their stay, up to 92 days.

    Where to Buy:
    Only available through Zanzibar Insurance Corporation (ZIC) International travel insurance policies are not accepted; only the ZIC policy meets the entry requirements. It's advisable to purchase the insurance in advance to avoid delays upon arrival.

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