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Best 6-day Kilimanjaro Rongai Route

This 6-day Rongai route Kilimanjaro climbing is the top rated route that starts from Moshi at 6:00 am and its price range from $1300 to $1900. This 6-day Rongai route Kilimanjaro climbing is the real classic African adventure that offers you to discover the tallest free-standing mountain in the world with 5895 meters and one of the seven summits of the world. The 6-day Rongai Route Kilimanjaro climb offers a unique experience with its less-trodden path, guiding climbers through varied landscapes and ecosystems. Starting from the mountain's northeastern side, the route provides gradual ascents conducive to acclimatization, leading through lush rainforests to alpine deserts. Passing Mawenzi peak, the journey culminates in a challenging summit push to Uhuru Peak, unveiling stunning panoramic vistas. The Rongai Route's tranquil trails and shifting environments encapsulate Kilimanjaro's natural allure, and unforgettable climbing expedition. Book now through WhatsApp +225764415889

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  • This tour is offered by [ Rwanda Natural Tours ], not SafariDuka.
  • In terms of itinerary changes the advertised price may also change.
  • Rwanda Natural Tours has the right to change prices and other content of this tour without any prior notice.
  • If the listed accommodation is full booked during your travel dates, the operator will suggest the alternative accommodation.

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Day 1: Moshi to Rongai Gate (1950 meters) to Simba Camp (2750 m)

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Elevation: 1950m to 2750m

Distance: 9km

Climbing time:3-4hours

This 6-day Kilimanjaro tour via the Rongai route starts with a drive from Moshi at 8:00 a.m. to Rongai Gate. After entry formalities, the hike begins on a wide path winding through fields of maize and potatoes, heading to Montana Forest. Afterward, trekking will continue gently while enjoying the beautiful view of the greenish forest consisting of wildlife. Leaving the forest towards Simba camp

Acommodation: Simba Camp

Day 2: Simba camp (2750 meters) to Kikelewa camp (3600 meters)

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Elevation: 2750m to 3600m

Distance: 17km

Climbing time: 6–8 hours

You are woken up after your first night on the mountain with a nice cup of coffee, tea, or hot chocolate. After breakfast, you start your climb on a trail, continuing up towards Kibo. For most of the day, you will be walking up slopes flanked by Heather and Erica, with a nice view of the twin peaks of Kilimanjaro—Mawenzi and Kibo—and your first glimpse of the ice fields on the eastern crater rim.

Acommodation: Kikelewa Camp

Day 3: Kikelewa Camp (3600 meters) to Mawenzi Tarn Camp (4330 meters)

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Elevation: 3600m to 4330m

Distance: 7km

Climbing time: 3-4 hours

After breakfast, the climber will continue to the steep grassy slope with an exclusive enjoyment of breath-taking views. Soon after passing through vegetation toward Mawenzi, after this climb, you will reach the Mawenzi Tarn Hut Camp, where you will get to witness an undried lake with neither an inlet nor an outlet. Then the day will end here, with lunch and dinner served.

Acommodation: Mawenzi Tarn Camp

Day 4: Mawenzi Tarn Camp (4330 meters) to Kibo Hut (4695 meters)

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Elevation: 4330m to 4695m

Climbing time: 5 hours

On this day, climbers will have to wake up at midnight, get a light breakfast, and then continue to climb toward Kibo Peak. We cross the lunar desert of the saddle between Mawenzi and Kibo to reach Kibo Hut (4695 meters) at the bottom of the crater wall. The remainder of the day is spent resting in preparation for an early morning final ascent.

Acommodation: Kibo Hut

Day 5: Kibo Hut (4695 meters) to Uhuru Peak (5895 meters) to Horombo Hut (3690 meters)

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Elevation: 4695m to 5895m to 3690m

Distance: 4km up and 14 km down

climbing time:5-8 hours

On this day, climbers will have to wake up at midnight, get a light breakfast, and then continue climbing in order to reach Uhuru Peak before dawn so as to witness the beautiful sunrise. Passing through Gilman Point on the crater rim, we walk to Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa. After enjoying the summit, we descend back to Kibo Hut, where we will rest there until the following day.

Acommodation: Horombo Hut

Day 6: Horombo Hut (3690 meters) to Marangu Gate (1830 meters) to Moshi

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Elevation: 3690 m to 1830m

Climbing time: 5-7 hours

This is the last day of the journey after taking breakfast and descending through moorland to Mandara Hut. Then the lunch will be taken there, and we will enjoy the last meal for the last time on the journey. Afterward, the descent will continue through rush forest toward Marangu Gate, where you will sign out and get a certificate of reaching the summit.

Acommodation: Moshi

Important Information

  • This tour is offered by [ Rwanda Natural Tours ], not SafariDuka.
  • In terms of itinerary changes the advertised price may also change.
  • Rwanda Natural Tours has the right to change prices and other content of this tour without any prior notice.
  • If the listed accommodation is full booked during your travel dates, the operator will suggest the alternative accommodation.

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$1,300 pp

Inclusions

  • Professional experienced mountain guides
  • Sleeping Mattress
  • Emergency Oxygen Cylinder
  • All meals while on the Mountain
  • Park fees
  • Professional experienced mountain guides
  • Sleeping Mattress
  • Emergency Oxygen Cylinder
  • All meals while on the Mountain
  • Park fees
Rwanda Natural Tours

Rwanda Natural Tours

Office In: Tanzania
City: Moshi
Since: 2008 » (16) Years of Experience.
Size: 10 - Employees

$1,300pp

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