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Kilimanjaro Climbing Tours - Rongai Route
Mount Kilimanjaro is the highest mountain in Africa and the tallest freestanding mountain on earth. Crowned with an everlasting snow-cap, this majestic mountain can be found inside the Kilimanjaro National Park of Tanzania, at 005.00 degrees south, 036 degrees east, 5895m a.m.s.l
The Rongai Route is the only route that appraoches Kilimanjaro from the north, near the Kenyan border. Rongai's ascent profile is very similar to that of Marangu. It is one of Kilimanjaro's easier routes. The climb to the top is gradual and steady. However, unlike Marangu, this route has low crowds and passes through remote wilderness areas. It is probably the only route where seeing wildlife in the first days is possible.
The route takes six days minimum to complete, although seven days is recommended. The descent is down Mweka, on the south-east side of the mountain. Because the starting point is far from Moshi, it is more expensive to climb this route due to the added transportation cost of getting climbers to the gate.
Itinerary
Start Marangu and transfer on dirt road using 4×4 wheel drive vehicle to the Rongai starting point(1600m).Overnight at the campsite outside the gate.
Register at the gate and organize the equipment and luggage. Begin ascent of Kilimanjaro through Rongai Forest (2600m).Trek up to the first cave for night at the designated campsite. Your crew shall have prepared the camp long before your arrival.
After breakfast start a leisurely climb to Kikelewa moorland (3600m).Overnight at the camp.
Steady ascent beneath jagged peaks of Mawenzi (4330m).Here you will see the famous school hut.
Cross the lunar desert of the ‘Saddle’ to Kibo, at the bottom of the crater wall (4750m)
Early start to reach Gillman’s Point in time for sunrise over the crater rim: on to Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa (5895m) Descend to Horombo (3720m).
Continue descent to the forest at Mandara and on to Marangu gate where you collect your certificates and maybe have a farewell beer with your crew. Transfer back to your hotel.
What's Included
- Transportation in a custom safari minibus with pop-up roof ideal for game viewing and sightseeing.
- Services of a professionally trained and experienced English speaking driver/guide
- Fullboard accommodation in the lodges as mentioned
- Bottled water for use during the safari
- Game drives and all park entry fees
What's Not Included
- Your International Flight transportation to and From Nairobi
- Personal expenses like visa fees, travel/baggage insurance, laundry, beverages, tips etc.
- Christmas, New Year and Easter supplements
See Our Price Guide
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| Accommodation Type | Budget / Economy | Mid-range / Standard | Luxury |
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| 2 People | $ | $ | $ |
| 4 People | $ | $ | $ |
| 6 People | $ | $ | $ |
| Single Room Extra | $ | $ | $ |
| Children below 3 Years | Free | Free | Free |
| Children between 3-12 Years | 75% of adult rate | 75% of adult rate | 75% of adult rate |