6-Day Rongai Kilimanjaro Climb

• A transfer from the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Nale muru to Simba camp

You will be picked up from your hotel after breakfast and transferred to the Kilimanjaro National Park, Rongai gate (Nalemuru Gate – 2,020 m.) where you will register.

Then begin an enjoyable 8 km climb through rainforest toward Simba Camp.

Most animal sightings on Rongai are experienced on the first and second days, so look for elephants, buffalos and monkeys as you climb. The trek is usually 3-4 hours then relax before dinner and overnight at Simba Camp.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

Budget camping

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Simba camp to Kikelewa Camp (2671m - 3630m)

After breakfast, trek toward Kikelewa Camp (approx 6 hours, covering a distance of 12 km). The climb is moderate, and passes out of rainforest and into moorland.

You may enjoy stunning views of Kibo Volcano if the weather is clear.

Overnight at Kikelewa Camp.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

Budget camping

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Kikelewa camp to Mawenzi Tarn (3630m - 4300m)

This is a short day, but an important one. After a steep hike to Mawenzi Tarn, enjoy a acclimatization hike and then back to the camp.

You will likely be feeling the high altitude this day. Instead of pushing on, you will overnight to give your body a chance to adapt to the high altitude (what is known as acclimatizing) to increase your chances of a successful summit.

The main hike takes only 3-4 hours, covering just under 5 km.

Overnight at Mawzeni Tarn.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

Budget camping

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Mawenzi Tarn to Kibo hut (4300m - 4750m)

After breakfast, begin trek toward Kibo Hut. This is a long trekking day, approximately 8 hours to cover 8 km.

You will likely feel the altitude more, although the trek itself is not very steep. Upon reaching Kibo Hut, it is advised to enjoy an early dinner and rest, as your summit climb begins around midnight.

Overnight at Kibo Hut.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

Budget camping

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Kibo hut to Uhuru peak, Descend to Horombo hut (4750m - 5895m - 3720m)

Wake around midnight to begin summit attempt. After a hot drink and energizing snack, begin trekking in the dark with a headlamp, trekking poles and gear for arctic conditions – you will cross glaciers as you climb to Gilman’s Point (5,700m/18,700ft) located on the crater rim, and then on to Uhuru Peak, (5,895m/19,340ft) which is the highest point in Africa.

Enjoy the summit and the sunrise with some photos, then start descent down to Kibo Hut. At Kibo Hut, enjoy a brief rest, a refreshing meal and then continue toward Horombo Hut, which is a descent on the Marangu route of the mountain.

Overnight at Horombo Hut.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

Budget camping

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Horombo hut to Marangu gate (3720m -

After breakfast continue your descent to Marangu Gate.

You will collect your certificates and celebrate with your climbing team for a safe and successful trek.

This itinerary includes transportation to Arusha or Moshi, but does not include overnight accommodation on this day you will be dropped of to either of the destinations. Please contact us if you would like us to arrange your overnight stay.

— End of Mountain Trek– On this day you will be dropped off to your Hotel or Arusha City for your onward arrangements.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• A transfer back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.