7-Day Rongai Route Itinerary – Mount Kilimanjaro

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

Rongai Gate – Simba Camp

Your trek begins at Rongai Gate after completing park registration at Kilimanjaro National Park. The trail gradually climbs through farmland and forest where wildlife such as monkeys and birds can be spotted before reaching Simba Camp.

Elevation: 1,950 m → 2,650 m
Distance: 8 km
Hiking Time: 3–4 hours
Habitat: Montane Forest.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• Near Mt Kilimanjaro

Meals & Drinks:

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

Simba Camp – Second Cave Camp

Leave the forest behind and continue trekking through moorland landscapes with expansive views of the northern slopes of Kilimanjaro. The trail climbs gently across open terrain before reaching Second Cave Camp.

Elevation: 2,650 m → 3,450 m
Distance: 7 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 Camp – Kikelewa Camp

The trail becomes steeper as you trek toward Kikelewa Camp. Along the way you will pass unique alpine vegetation and enjoy stunning views of the rugged peaks and valleys surrounding the mountain.

Elevation: 3,450 m → 3,600 m
Distance: 6 km
Hiking Time: 3–4 hours
Habitat: Moorland.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

Kikelewa Camp

• Mid-range rest camp

Meals & Drinks:

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

Kikelewa Camp – Mawenzi Tarn Camp

Today’s trek leads to the beautiful Mawenzi Tarn Camp located beneath the towering cliffs of Mawenzi Peak. The dramatic scenery and alpine setting make this one of the most picturesque camps on the mountain.

Elevation: 3,600 m → 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 Camp – Kibo Hut

Cross the wide saddle between Mawenzi and Kibo peaks. This high alpine desert landscape offers vast views and unique volcanic scenery before reaching Kibo Hut where you will prepare for the summit attempt.

Elevation: 4,330 m → 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. Climb steadily to Gilman's Point and continue to Uhuru Peak (5,895 m), the highest point in Africa. After celebrating at the summit, descend to Horombo Hut for rest.

Elevation: 4,700 m → 5,895 m → 3,720 m
Distance: 16 km
Hiking Time: 10–14 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 – Moshi

Descend through moorland and rainforest to Marangu Gate where you receive your summit certificate. Afterwards transfer back to Moshi for relaxation and celebration of your achievement.

Elevation: 3,720 m → 1,870 m
Distance: 20 km
Hiking Time: 5–7 hours
Habitat: Moorland to Rainforest.

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.