6-Day Budget Kilimanjaro Trekking Rongai Route

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

Rongai Gate – Simba Camp

Our team will collect you from your hotel in either Moshi or Arusha. You will then be driven to the Rongai Gate, situated at the Nalemoru village on the northern side of Kilimanjaro. Following registration with the park authorities, your trek commences, leading you through a lush rainforest teeming with opportunities to spot monkeys and other wildlife along the way. By early evening, you will reach your inaugural campsite, Simba Camp, located on the cusp of the moorland zone, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape. Spacious tents (larger than 3x3m), comfortable beds, private veranda, bathroom with toilet, shower, and sink. Staff manages all camp chores.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

Budget camping

Meals & Drinks:

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

Simba Camp – Second Cave Camp

Following breakfast, your journey continues through the heather and moorland zones, occasionally granting you glimpses of Kibo peak in the distance. The trail remains relatively gentle, though the altitude may pose some hiking challenges. By mid-afternoon, you will reach your second campsite, Kikelewa Camp, nestled in a sheltered valley, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding peaks. Spacious tents (larger than 3x3m), comfortable beds, private veranda, bathroom with toilet, shower, and sink. Staff manages all camp chores.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

Budget camping

Meals & Drinks:

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

Second Cave Camp – Third Cave Camp

Today’s trek guides you through the saddle, a high-altitude desert nestled between the towering peaks of Kibo and Mawenzi. You’ll journey across the alpine desert landscape and arrive at your third campsite, Mawenzi Tarn, in the early afternoon. This campsite is beautifully positioned on the tranquil shores of a small lake, affording magnificent views of Mawenzi Peak. Spacious tents (larger than 3x3m), comfortable beds, private veranda, bathroom with toilet, shower, and sink. Staff manages all camp chores.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

Mid-range camping

Meals & Drinks:

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

Third Cave Camp- Kibo Huts

Following breakfast, your journey continues toward Kibo Hut, which serves as the base camp for the ultimate ascent to the summit. The trail remains moderately gentle, but the higher altitude can add to the hiking challenge. You’ll reach Kibo Hut in the mid-afternoon, and there, you’ll enjoy an early dinner before resting in preparation for the summit day. Spacious tents (larger than 3x3m), comfortable beds, private veranda, bathroom with toilet, shower, and sink. Staff manages all camp chores.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

Budget camping

Meals & Drinks:

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

Kibo Huts – Summit

On this crucial summit day, your ascent begins around midnight. The trail leads you along a steep and rocky path, ultimately reaching Gilman’s Point on the crater rim, where you’ll witness a breathtaking sunrise over the surrounding landscape. From Gilman’s Point, your journey continues along the crater rim to Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa. After savoring the remarkable views and celebrating your achievement, you will commence your descent towards Horombo Hut, where you will spend your final night on the mountain. Spacious tents (larger than 3x3m), comfortable beds, private veranda, bathroom with toilet, shower, and sink. Staff manages all camp chores.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

Budget camping

Meals & Drinks:

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

Horombo Huts – Marangu Gate – Moshi

Following breakfast, your descent begins, leading you through the heather and moorland zones as you make your way towards the Marangu Gate. You’ll once again journey through the rainforest, with the opportunity to spot some of the wildlife you encountered on your first day. Upon reaching the gate and completing the necessary formalities with the park authorities, you’ll be transferred back to your hotel in Moshi or Arusha, where you can enjoy a well-deserved rest and celebrate your remarkable journey.

Main Destination:

Arusha (City)

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