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Starting from the northeastern side of the mountain near the Kenyan border, the Rongai Route rises above the Amboseli plains and approach the summit of Kilimanjaro west of the Mawenzi peak. It is an unfrequented route and is also the easiest camping approach to Uhuru Peak. The descent normally uses the Marangu Route. There are two variations to this route. Rongai route is best option during the rainy season, due to its location, which receive little rain. This route can be climbed for 6days, although 7days is recommend for better acclimatization.
Day 1 : Nalemoru Gate (1990m) to Simba Camp (2625m)
Simba Camp
This morning we will drive to the village of Nale Moru for the starting point of the Rongai route. The first stage of the trek is through farmland and pine forests. You may have chance to see the beautiful Colobus monkeys or if you’re lucky enough, elephants or buffalos en route. Our first camp will be the Simba Camp located at the edge of the moorland zone at 2625m.
Distance covered:
8km / 5mi
Approx. time taken:
4hours - 5hours
Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included
Day 2 : Simba Camp (2625m) to Kikelewa Camp (3630m)
Kikelewa Camp
The morning hike is a steady ascent up to the Second Cave Camp located in the moorland zone with superb views of Kibo and the Eastern ice fields on the crater rim. After lunch at cave camp we carry on with a steady ascent walking though moorland. There are superb views of the Eastern ice fields on the crater rim of Kibo, the highest of the three volcanoes which form the mountain. We will leave the main trail and strike out across moorland on a smaller path towards the jagged peaks of Mawenzi, the second of Kilimanjaro's volcanoes. We will set up camp today in the sheltered valley near Kikelewa caves at 3630m
Distance covered:
10km / 6.2mi
Approx. time taken:
6hours to 7hours
Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included
Day 3 : Kikelewa Camp (3630m) to Mawenzi Tarn Hut (4310m)
Mawenzi Tarn Hut
This morning we have a short but steep ascent up grassy slopes which is rewarded by a superb view of the Kenyan plains to the north. We leave vegetation behind shortly before reaching our next camp at Mawenzi Tarn Hut directly below the towering cliffs of Mawenzi. This afternoon you have chance to rest or explore the surrounding area to aid acclimatization.
Distance covered:
8km / 5mi
Approx. time taken:
5hours - 6hours
Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included
Day 4 : Mawenzi Tarn Hut (4310m) to Kibo Hut (4700m)
Kibo Camp
Our day starts by descending into the Great Barranco, a huge ravine. We then exit steeply, up the Great Barranco Wall, which divides us from the southeastern slopes of Kibo. It’s a climb over rock, not technical, but long and tiring. Passing underneath the Heim and Kersten glaciers, we head towards the Karanga valley, which is our last stop for fresh water before the summit. Scree now forms the terrain as we walk through arid and desolate land towards Barafu camp.
Distance covered:
8km / 5mi
Approx. time taken:
5hours - 6hours
Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included
Day 5 : Kibo Hut (4700m) to UHURU PEAK (5895m) to Horombo Hut (3700m)
Uhuru Peak
We start off at around midnight, and walk steeply upwards to the summit glaciers. We will be climbing scree for 4 to 5 hours but gain incredible height over a short distance. The views are spectacular. We should be on the crater rim at Stella Point (5739m) as the first rays of the sun hit us. Spectacular ice cliffs within the crater surround us and the views to jagged Mawenzi peak and beyond are breathtaking. Another hour’s walking takes us to the summit, Uhuru Peak (5895m). We begin our descent by returning to Stella Point and then descending on scree slope and track back to Barafu Camp for breakfast, before finally heading down to Mweka Camp for a long well-earned rest.
Distance covered:
22km / 13.7mi
Approx. time taken:
12hours – 15hours
Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch Included
Day 6 : Horombo Hut (3700m) to Marangu Gate (1860m)
Horombo Hut
The last stage passes through the heath and moor zone to the Mandara Hut (2700m) where a warm lunch is waiting for you. Soon, you will once again pass the tropical rainforest and after a total time of 6 hours trekking, you will be back at the Kilimanjaro National Park Gate (1860m). After saying goodbye to your mountain guides, a short transfer follows to take you back to your hotel in Moshi. Once there, you can take a warm and relaxing shower and celebrate your success in reaching the summit of the Kilimanjaro.
Distance covered:
20.8km / 12.9mi
Approx. time taken:
8 hours
Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch Included
No of pax | Age Limit | Price per pax (Rs) |
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Adult | Above 12 years | $ 1400 / Adult ( With Tax ) |
* Mentioned prices may vary depending upon date of travel, hotel availability, surge pricing and seasonal rush.
City | Hotel Name | Star Rating |
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kilimanjaro | Simba Camp |
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kilimanjaro | Mawenzi Tarn Hut |
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kilimanjaro | Horombo Hut |
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kilimanjaro | Marangu Gate |
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Payment Terms & Methods :
* 20% Advance Percentage of total booking amount
Cancellation & Refund Policy :
* Upon cancellation, refund will be made after deducting the Retention Amount.
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Timos Grobby -
Reviewed: Jul 17, 2020
The food was very well done and varied. Camp was set up for us and spacious. I was a little nervous concerning the lack of protection on the parks but we had no incidents. All in all well done if a bit pricey.We had a great time. Mostly the animals were amazing, which Jose and our drivers either found for us or were directed too. While that was mostly out of their control, what was in their control was well done.
Nicole Dudey -
Reviewed: Jul 17, 2020
We are very happy with the support from the professional crew of guides, porters and cook under the able stewardship of main guides Michael, Peter and Elia. They supported us in all areas (quality equipment, excellent food, close monitoring of our health & great company) ensuring that we were safe till the 12th July 2020 when we made it to Uhuru Peak – the summit of Kilimanjaro. 4 brothers and I recently did six days private Machame route Kilimanjaro trek with Kitano Tours And Safaris and we have no regrets for choosing to go with them as they made our dream of conquering Kilimanjaro finally come trueKilimanjaro is off our bucket list and we could not have achieved the stripes without the support and care of this brilliant crew. Do no hesitate to book with Kitano Tours And Safaris, they are a great outfit
Producer Pispite - Mwanza
Reviewed: Jun 09, 2020
This experience was out of this world! The company, the guides, and everyone else involved exceeded all of my expectations! Peter was our main guide and Julius was our secondary guide. They were both exceptional! Their main goal was to make sure we make it to the top and they did everything possible to make it happen. We all sumitted without any issues and I will most definitely never forget this experience! Highly recommend Kitano Tours And Safaris. Very professional company and known by everyone in the area. I heard a lot of positive feedback about them after the fact and I can definitely see why. Highly recommend Peter and Julius as well. They were my faborite part of the experience. And of course, the entire crew of porters, cooks, servers, everyone and everything was outstanding! No need to think twice on this one, book your climb through Kitano Tours And Safaris if you want to have the most memorable climb in your life! P.s. we did the 6 day Machoume road and it was plenty of ti
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