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7-Day Mount Kilimanjaro Climb – Rongai Route
This 7-Day Mount Kilimanjaro Climb Via Rongai Route is a scenic and less crowded trail approaching the Mountain from the north. It offers a gradual ascent, excellent acclimatization, and diverse landscapes—from lush forests to alpine deserts. With breath-taking views and a high summit success rate, this route is ideal for trekkers seeking a quieter, more remote climb to Uhuru Peak (5,895m).
Highlights
- Meet your guide and prepare for the climb
- Trek through lush montane forests to Simba Camp
- Hike to Kikelewa Camp with views of Mawenzi Peak
- Ascend to Mawenzi Tarn Camp in the alpine desert
- Summit Uhuru Peak and descend to Horombo Hut
Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you will be met by our team Member and transferred to your hotel in Moshi. After check-in, you will have a briefing with your guide, followed by an equipment check to ensure you are well-prepared for the climb. The missed hiking gears can be rent .
Overnight stay: Hotel in Moshi
Hiking Time: 4–5 hours
Distance: 8 km
Habitat: Montane Forest
After breakfast, you will be driven to the Nalemoru Gate, the starting point of your 7-Day Mount Kilimanjaro Climb. The trail winds through lush montane forest, where you may spot colobus monkeys and other wildlife. The climb is gradual, allowing for an easy first day of trekking. You will reach Simba Camp in the late afternoon, where you will settle in for the night.
Overnight stay: Simba Camp
Hiking Time: 6–7 hours
Distance: 12 km
Habitat: Moorland
Today’s trek takes you through heather and moorland zones, offering stunning views of the Kenyan plains and Mawenzi Peak. You will pass through Second Cave (3,450m), where you will take a short break before continuing to Kikelewa Camp. Upon arrival, you will have time to rest and enjoy the surrounding landscapes.
Overnight stay: Kikelewa Camp
Hiking Time: 4–5 hours
Distance: 6 km
Habitat: Alpine Desert
The route today is short but steep, taking you towards Mawenzi Tarn Camp, situated at the base of the majestic Mawenzi Peak. The dramatic scenery provides a unique setting as you acclimatize at higher altitudes. The afternoon will be spent resting or taking an optional acclimatization hike.
Overnight stay: Mawenzi Tarn Camp
Hiking Time: 5–6 hours
Distance: 9 km
Habitat: Alpine Desert
Your journey continues across the lunar-like landscape of the Saddle, which lies between Mawenzi and Kibo peaks. You will arrive at Kibo Hut in the early afternoon, where you will rest and prepare for the midnight summit attempt.
Overnight stay: Kibo Hut
Hiking Time: 12–15 hours
Distance: 22 km (ascent and descent)
Habitat: Arctic to Moorland
The summit push begins just after midnight. You will trek through the steep, rocky path to Gilman’s Point (5,685m) on the crater rim. From here, a final push leads you to Uhuru Peak (5,895m), the highest point in Africa. After celebrating your achievement, you will descend back to Kibo Hut for a short rest before continuing to Horombo Hut.
Overnight stay: Horombo Hut
Hiking Time: 5–6 hours
Distance: 20 km
Habitat: Moorland & Rainforest
This is final for 7-Day Mount Kilimanjaro Climb-Rongai route, You’ll descent through the lush rainforest to Marangu Gate. Here, you will receive your summit certificate before being driven back to Moshi for a well-earned rest.
Overnight stay: Hotel in Moshi
- Porterage
- Rescue fee
- Park fees
- All activities
- All accommodation
- A professional Mountain/guide
- All transportation
- All Taxes/VAT
- Roundtrip airport transfer
- Meals
- Drinking water
- Visa
- Hiking Gears
- Personal Expenses (e.g. laundry, telephone, beverages, etc.)
- Optional Tours (Wildlife Safari)
- Tips and gratuities to your guide, Porter and cook.
- Flight fare
- Beverage
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