6 Days Rongai Route Kilimanjaro Safari And Trekking Tour

5 Nights / 6 Days

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Enjoy the breathtaking views and wildlife of Kilimanjaro! Rongai route is one of the easiest routes and the success rate is very high. The route starts on the north side of the mountain just south of the Kenyan border and is one of the least traveled routes. You can see Kilimanjaro from many viewpoints as you descend the Marangu route on the south side of the mountain. You can also see many villages and coffee plantations en route.

• Clothes.
• A warm sweater as the nights can be chilly at high altitudes.
• Comfortable shoesOptional tours (short safari, Zanzibar beaches, post-climbing activities etc)
Personal expenses (laundry, telephone, beverages, etc.)
Tanzania visa (50 USD per person)
Tipping and any items of personal nature

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Day wise Itinerary

Day 1 : Arrival

You will drive to the attractive wooden village of Nale Moru for about 2 hours which include a stop to get permits in 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 the pine forest.

You will then start to climb through a consistent track and attractive forest that shelters a variety of wildlife. The first camp is at the edge of the moorland zone with extensive views over the Kenyan plains.

Elevation: 2,000 meters / 6,560 feet to 2,650 meters / 8,700 feet
Distance: 6 kilometers / 4 miles
Hiking time: 3 – 4 hours
Habitat: Montane Forest
Day 2 : Kibo

In the morning, you will hike a steady ascent up to the Second Cave with superb views of Kibo and the eastern ice fields on the crater rim.

Elevation: 2,650 meters / 8,700 feet to 3,450 meters / 11,300 feet
Distance: 6 kilometers / 4 miles
Hiking time: 3 – 4 hours
Habitat: Moorland
Day 3 : Hike

On this day, you will continue your hike from the Second Cave to the Third Cave.

Elevation: 3,450 meters / 11,300 feet to 3,880 meters / 12,700 feet
Distance: 9 kilometers / 5 miles
Hiking time: 2 – 3 hours
Habitat: Semi-desert
Day 4 : Camp

You will hike to Kibo Hut Camp at the bottom of the Kibo’s crater wall. The remainder of the day will be spent by resting to prepare for the final ascent in the morning.

Elevation: 3,880 meters / 12,700 feet to 4,750 meters / 15,600 feet
Distance: 5 kilometers / 3 miles
Hiking time: 3 – 4 hours
Habitat: Alpine Desert
Day 5 : Gilman’s Point

Very early in the morning (midnight to 02:00), you will commence the climb to the summit on steep and heavy scree or snow up to Gilman’s Point located on the crater rim (5700 meters / 18,700 feet). After that, you will ascend to Uhuru Peak, which is the highest point in Africa. There are unbelievable views at every turn. You can take pictures at the summit to show your friends and family.

From there, you will descend and stop for lunch and a rest at Kibo before continuing the journey to the Horombo encampment. It will be by far the most difficult part of the trek with many switchbacks. Going slowly “pole pole” and an optimistic attitude will get you there.

Elevation: 4,700 meters / 15,500 feet to 5,895 meters / 19,340 feet
Down to: 3,700 meters / 12,200 feet
Distance: 6 kilometers / 4 miles up / 15 kilometers / 9 miles up
Hiking time: 6 – 8 hours up
Habitat: Alpine Desert
Day 6 : National Park

After having breakfast, you will take a steady descent through moorland to the Mandara Hut. Continue descending through the lush forest path to the National Park gate at Marangu. At lower elevations, it can be wet and muddy. Gaiters and trekking poles will be helpful.

A vehicle will meet you at Marangu village to drive you back to your hotel in Moshi (about 1 hour). Don’t forget to tip your guides and porters.

Elevation: 3,700 meters / 12,200 feet to 1,700 meters / 5,500 feet
Distance: 20 kilometers / 12.5 miles
Hiking time: 4 – 5 hours
Habitat: Forest

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Inclusions

5 nights’ accommodation
All mountain trekking equipment
Arrival and departure transfers
Camping equipment
Daily drinking water
Daily meals
Guides, porters, cook salaries and park fees
Mount Kilimanjaro guided trekking
Pre and post-program accommodation for 2 nights at a hotel
Professional, experienced, mountain guides
Rescue fees

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Exclusions

Optional tours (short safari, Zanzibar beaches, post-climbing activities etc)
Personal expenses (laundry, telephone, beverages, etc.)
Tanzania visa (50 USD per person)
Tipping and any items of personal nature

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Kilimanjaro, Tanzania, Africa

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Terms & Conditions

Payment Terms & Methods :
* Some Advance Percentage of total booking amount
* Airfare/Transport fare to be paid full at one time in advance.

Cancellation & Refund Policy :
* Upon cancellation, refund will be made after deducting the Retention Amount.
* Retention Amount varies as per the number of days left before your package start date.

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About Bird Tours and Safaris

We are Tanzanian registered Company and licensed tour operator with offices in Arusha, Tanzania. We have many years working closely relationship with different professional in the field of wildlife and tourism and other related field. Also we are members of the Tanzania Association of Tour Operators (TATO). We offer all types of safaris: traditional driving safaris to all Tanzania National Parks, mountain climbing expeditions, responsible and sustainable tourism, camping safaris, Eco-tourism training and research, volunteering, hills trekking, Mountain trekking(Kilimanjaro, Meru and Oldinyolengai) walking safaris, and beach holidays (Island of Zanzibar, Pangani and Bagamoyo). We are licensed for safaris and mountain climbing. In addition, we offer a variety of safaris that encompass cultural experiences to many destinations outside the parks, many of which include opportunities to walk in the natural beauty of the country under the guidance of Tanzanians native to the particular area. Many of these programs are custom made to suit the particular needs of the traveler and may include the opportunity to be a participant in village life if the client so wishes. Bird Tours & Safaris actively supports local efforts such as Cultural Tourism Programmes to bring the people and nature to the visitor while at the same time bringing an opportunity to the people to directly benefit from tourism in Tanzania. We believe this type of experience goes a long way to dispel many of the myths and stereotypes about African life and culture while at the same time helping to ensure the survival of indigenous cultures in Tanzania. Bird Tours & Safaris caters to travelers in all budget categories from budget to luxury campers to those preferring lodge or tented camp stays, in all price ranges. We especially target that segment of the market looking for the comfort of lodge or permanent tented camps in the moderate price range. We make hotel bookings and arrange domestic transfers Read More...

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