6-DAY TRIP

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6 Days-Climb Kilimanjaro via Rongai Route

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Tour Overview

6 Days Rongai Route ascends Kilimanjaro from the north-eastern side along the border between Tanzania and Kenya. This route retains a sense of unspoilt wilderness and offers a different perspective on Kilimanjaro by approaching the mountain from the north

 

Itinerary

1

Rongai Start Point – Simba Camp

1

Rongai Start Point – Simba Camp

6 Days-Climb Kilimanjaro via Rongai Route

Drive to the attractive wooden village of Nale Moru (about 2 hours including a stop to get permits at Marangu). After signing in and preparing the porters, you will begin the hike on a wide path that winds through fields of maize and potatoes before entering pine forest. The track then starts to climb consistently but gently through attractive forest that shelters a variety of wildlife. The forest begins to thin out and the first camp is at the edge of the moorland zone with extensive views over the Kenyan plains

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Meal Plan: Breakfast, lunch & dinner

2

Simba Camp – Kikelelwa Camp

2

Simba Camp – Kikelelwa Camp

6 Days-Climb Kilimanjaro via Rongai Route

On day 2, you will hike from Simba camp to the 2nd Cave 3450 meters above sea level for lunch. After lunch you will proceed with trekking until Kikelelwa Camp. At Kikelelwa Camp the view opens up to allow you to see the surrounding areas. You will have an overnight stay at Kikelelwa Camp where you will be served with dinner.

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Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

3

 Kikelelwa Camp – Mawenzi Tarm camp

3

 Kikelelwa Camp – Mawenzi Tarm camp

6 Days-Climb Kilimanjaro via Rongai Route

 Today’s destination will be a short but steep climb passing through the vegetation zone. After breakfast you will leave Kilelewa Camp heading to Mawenzi Tarn where you will have 4 to 5 hours hike. Mawenzi Tarn is a very remarkable campsite. It is in a hollow under the shadows of Mawenzi peak. On arrival at the camp, you will be served your lunch after which you will have time to relax.

Dinner & Overnight at the Camp.

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Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

4

Mawenzi Hut – Kibo Hut

4

Mawenzi Hut – Kibo Hut

6 Days-Climb Kilimanjaro via Rongai Route

After breakfast you will head west and continue ascending on the east side of Kibo Hut crossing the saddle between Mawenzi and Kibo. The hike from Mawenzi to Kibo Hut will take 5 to 6 hours.

On arrival at Kibo Hut you will have your lunch then relaxing before early dinner.

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Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

5

Kibo Hut – Uhuru Peak – Horombo Hut

5

Kibo Hut – Uhuru Peak – Horombo Hut

6 Days-Climb Kilimanjaro via Rongai Route

After a cup of hot tea and a light snack, the climb begins around midnight when the lava ash is still frozen and walking on it is easier. it takes 5 to 7 hours up to the Uhuru peak. You will hike the screes of Kibo and you will arrive at Hans Meyer Cave (5,220 m).

Climbing is slowly but surely going upwards, At sunrise, you will reach Gilman’s Point (5,681 m) which is the crater rim of Mt Kilimanjaro then you will have 2 hours climb along the crater ridge that leads you to Uhuru Peak (5,895 m). You are now standing on the “Roof of Africa” and you will see Kilimanjaro in all its glory.

After enjoying at the Summit of the Mount Kilimanjaro you will descend to Horombo Hut where you will have hot lunch..

After relaxing during evening, you will have Dinner and Overnight at Horombo Hut

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Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

6

Horombo Hut – Marangu Gate – Arusha/Departure

6

Horombo Hut – Marangu Gate – Arusha/Departure

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The final leg of your amazing adventure begins after breakfast with a traditional farewell ceremony from the mountain crew. It will take 4 to 5 hours from Horombo Hut (3,700 m) to Marangu Gate (1,860 m)). After reaching the Kilimanjaro gate you will be signed out and awarded a golden certificate after reaching the Summit (Uhuru Peak). Ready for the next drive to Arusha

Meal Plan: Breakfast & Lunch

INCLUSIONS

What's included

Park fees
All Taxes/VAT
All activities (Unless labelled as optional)
All accommodation (Camping Equipments)
A professional driver/guide
All transportation
All Meals (As specified in the itinerary)
Drinks (As specified in the itinerary)

What's Excluded

International flights
Tips form safari driver/guide and chief
Personal items
travel insurance, visa fees
All things of personal nature

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1 Pax
2 Pax
$2160
3 Pax
$2120
4 Pax
$2080
5 Pax
$2040
6 Pax
$2000