The 7-day Rongai Route offers a peaceful ascent with gentle slopes and excellent acclimatization. Approaching from the northern side, trekkers enjoy open landscapes, views of Mawenzi Peak, and a scenic traverse of the high-altitude saddle. The added day at Mawenzi Tarn greatly increases comfort and success on summit night. This is an ideal route for beginners and those who prefer a slow, steady ascent.
ITINERARY
Day 1: Nalemoru → Simba
Day 2: Simba → Second Cave
Day 3: Second Cave → Kikelewa
Day 4: Kikelewa → Mawenzi Tarn
Day 5: Acclimatization Day
Day 6: Mawenzi Tarn → Kibo
Day 7: Summit → Marangu Gate
Rongai Route 7 Days – Gradual, Quiet Kilimanjaro Ascent with High Success Rate
PRICE PER PERSON
2 Persons
4 Persons
6 Persons
* Indicative costs per person, excluding international airline tickets
Day 1: Nalemoru Gate to Simba Camp
Trek through forest and farmland toward Simba Camp, enjoying a quiet and gentle start to your climb.
Day 2: Simba Camp to Second Cave
Ascend gradually through moorland to reach Second Cave with panoramic views.
Day 3: Second Cave to Kikelewa Camp
Continue to the secluded Kikelewa Valley and enjoy the dramatic high-altitude landscape.
Day 4: Kikelewa Camp to Mawenzi Tarn
Climb to Mawenzi Tarn, a spectacular lake nestled beneath Mawenzi’s sharp peak.
Day 5: Acclimatization Day at Mawenzi Tarn
Spend the day exploring the surroundings on short hikes. This additional day greatly improves acclimatization and summit success.
Day 6: Mawenzi Tarn to Kibo Hut
Trek across the expansive saddle between Mawenzi and Kibo to reach Kibo Hut for your summit briefing.
Day 7: Kibo Hut to Uhuru Peak, Descend to Marangu Gate
Summit overnight, reach Uhuru Peak at sunrise, and descend all the way to Marangu Gate for exit formalities.
INCLUDES:
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Professional, English-speaking mountain guides certified in WFR (Wilderness First Responder) or equivalent
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Experienced assistant guides, cooks, and porters
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All park fees & taxes, including:
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Kilimanjaro National Park entrance fees
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Camping or hut fees
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Rescue fees
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All meals on the mountain (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
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Fresh, hot meals prepared daily
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Dietary options available (vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, kosher, etc.)
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Purified drinking water throughout the climb
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High-quality mountain tents (4-season, all-weather)
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Comfortable sleeping mats
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Dining tent, dining table, chairs
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Private mobile toilet tent (on request or included depending on package level)
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All group equipment, including:
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Cooking equipment
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Utensils
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Safety gear
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Emergency oxygen cylinder
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First-aid kit with pulse oximeter
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Daily health checks for acclimatization monitoring
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Fair porter wages and ethical standards (KPAP compliant option available)
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Hotel accommodation before and after the climb (package-dependent)
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Private transport to and from the Kilimanjaro National Park gate
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Certificate of achievement for reaching Gilman’s Point, Stella Point, or Uhuru Peak
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Meet-and-greet support upon arrival
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Luggage storage during the climb
EXCLUDES:
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International flights
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Tanzania entry visa
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Travel insurance (mandatory for high-altitude trekking)
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Personal trekking gear, including:
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Sleeping bag
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Hiking boots
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Trekking poles
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Clothing layers
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Headlamp
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Personal toiletries
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Snacks or energy supplements (chocolate, energy bars, gels)
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Alcoholic and soft drinks at hotels or on the mountain
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Private portable toilet (if not included in your package)
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Personal medical supplies
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Tips for the mountain crew (industry standard: $250–$300 per climber)
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Additional nights at hotels before/after the climb (unless included)
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Evacuation by helicopter (covered only if your insurance includes high-altitude rescue)
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Items of personal nature (laundry, phone charging, souvenirs)