7-Day Rongai - Kilimanjaro Climbing

• You'll be collected from the airport.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Rongai Gate – Simba Camp

After breakfast, drive to Rongai Gate located near the Kenyan border. After completing park registration at Kilimanjaro National Park, the trek begins through cultivated land and pine forest before gradually entering the wilderness area. The trail climbs gently through forest and moorland with possible sightings of wildlife such as colobus monkeys.

Elevation: 1,950 m to 2,650 m

Distance: 8 km

Hiking Time: 3–4 hours

Habitat: Forest.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• Near Mt Kilimanjaro

Meals & Drinks:

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

Second Cave – Kikelewa Camp

Today’s hike is a steady climb through moorland vegetation with stunning views of the northern side of the mountain and the Kenyan plains. The trail is peaceful and less crowded compared to other Kilimanjaro routes.

Elevation: 2,650 m to 3,450 m

Distance: 6 km

Hiking Time: 3–4 hours

Habitat: Moorland.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• on Mt Kilimanjaro

Meals & Drinks:

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

Second Cave – Kikelewa Camp

The trail gradually ascends toward Kikelewa Camp. The terrain becomes steeper as you move through alpine vegetation zones with giant groundsels and lobelias, plants unique to Kilimanjaro.

Elevation: 3,450 m to 3,600 m

Distance: 6 km

Hiking Time: 3–4 hours

Habitat: Moorland / Alpine.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• on Mt Kilimanjaro

Meals & Drinks:

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

Kikelewa Camp – Mawenzi Tarn Camp

Today’s hike is shorter but steeper as you climb to Mawenzi Tarn, located beneath the dramatic spires of Mawenzi Peak, the second-highest peak of Kilimanjaro. The afternoon is usually reserved for acclimatization and short walks around camp.

Elevation: 3,600 m to 4,330 m

Distance: 5 km

Hiking Time: 3–4 hours

Habitat: Alpine Desert.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• on Mt Kilimanjaro

Meals & Drinks:

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

Mawenzi Tarn – Kibo Hut

Today the trail crosses the barren alpine desert between Mawenzi and Kibo peaks, often referred to as the “Saddle.” The terrain is dry and open, with spectacular views of Kibo Peak. You will arrive at Kibo Hut, where you rest early before the midnight summit attempt.

Elevation: 4,330 m to 4,700 m

Distance: 9 km

Hiking Time: 5–6 hours

Habitat: Alpine Desert.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

Kibo Hut

• Budget mountain hut located on Mt Kilimanjaro

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Kibo Hut – Summit – Horombo Hut

Your summit attempt begins around midnight. The climb is challenging but rewarding as you ascend to Gilman's Point and continue to Uhuru Peak (5,895 m), the highest point in Africa. After celebrating and taking photos, descend to Horombo Hut for a well-deserved rest.

Elevation: 4,700 m → 5,895 m → 3,720 m

Hiking Time: 10–13 hours

Habitat: Arctic to Moorland.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

Horombo Hut

• Budget mountain hut located on Mt Kilimanjaro

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Horombo Hut – Marangu Gate

After breakfast, continue descending through moorland and lush rainforest to Marangu Gate. Here you will receive your summit certificates before transferring back to Moshi for celebration and relaxation.

Elevation: 3,720 m to 1,870 m

Distance: 20 km

Hiking Time: 5–7 hours.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• You'll be dropped off at the airport.