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The Rongai Route is considered one of the easiest ways to climb Mount Kilimanjaro, with a high summit success rate. It begins on the mountain’s north side, just south of the Kenyan border, and is one of the least crowded routes. Descent is via the Marangu Route on the southern side, giving climbers views from different perspectives.

The drive to the trailhead takes about 3 hours from Moshi, passing villages and coffee plantations, with permit registration at Marangu. The route can also be accessed from Amboseli National Park, about 2 hours away including the border crossing (passport copies required in advance).

A taste of what to expect…

Day 1: Hotel to Simba Camp

Drive about 2 hours from Moshi to the wooden village of Nale Moru, with a stop at Marangu to obtain permits for Mount Kilimanjaro. After registration and porter preparation, begin hiking along a wide track through maize and potato fields before entering a pine forest. The trail climbs gently through beautiful forest rich in wildlife, gradually thinning as you approach the moorland zone. Your first camp is set at the edge of the moorland, offering wide views over the Kenyan plains.

  • Elevation: 2,000 m / 6,560 ft → 2,650 m / 8,700 ft

  • Distance: 6 km / 4 mi

  • Hiking Time: 3–4 hours

  • Habitat: Montane forest

  • Meals: Lunch, Dinner

This morning’s hike is a steady ascent to Second Cave on Mount Kilimanjaro, offering superb views of Kibo and the eastern ice fields along the crater rim. The trail passes through open moorland with wide, scenic landscapes.

  • Elevation: 2,650 m / 8,700 ft → 3,450 m / 11,300 ft

  • Distance: 6 km / 4 mi

  • Walking Time: 3–4 hours

  • Habitat: Moorland

  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Today we continue our hike from the Second Cave to the Third Cave.

Elevation: 3450m/11,300ft to 3880m/12,700ft
Distance: 9km/5mi
Walking Time: 2-3 hours
Habitat: Semi-desert
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Hike up to Kibo Hut, located at the base of Kibo crater wall. Spend the rest of the day resting and preparing for the final early-morning summit push.

  • Elevation: 3,880 m / 12,700 ft → 4,750 m / 15,600 ft

  • Distance: 5 km / 3 mi

  • Hiking Time: 3–4 hours

  • Habitat: Alpine desert

  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Very early (midnight–2 AM), begin the final climb to Uhuru Peak on steep scree or snow, first reaching Gilman’s Point at 5,700 m / 18,700 ft. Continue to Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa, with breathtaking views along the way. Take photos at the summit before descending to Kibo Hut for lunch and rest, then continue down to Horombo Camp.

The ascent starts in darkness, so headlamps or flashlights are required. It will be very cold until you begin descending, so wear all warm layers. This is the most challenging section with many switchbacks; proceed slowly (“pole pole”) and stay positive to reach the top.

  • Elevation: 4,700 m / 15,500 ft → 5,895 m / 19,340 ft; down to 3,700 m / 12,200 ft

  • Distance: 6 km / 4 mi up; 15 km / 9 mi down

  • Hiking Time: 6–8 h up; 6–8 h down

  • Habitat: Alpine desert

  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After breakfast, a steady descent takes us down through moorland to the Mandara Hut. Continue descending through lush forest path to the National Park gate at Marangu. At lower elevations, it can be wet and muddy. Gaiters and trekking poles will help. Shorts and t-shirts will probably be plenty to wear (keep rain gear and warmer clothing handy).

Monkey Adventures vehicle will meet you at Marangu gate to drive you back to your hotel in Moshi (about 1 hour).

Elevation: 3700m/12,200ft to 1700m/5500ft
Distance: 20km/12.5mi
Hiking Time: 4-5 hours
Habitat: Forest
Meals: Breakfast

Cost includes

  • All transfers to the mountain and back to your Moshi hotel

  • All meals while on the Mountain

  • Conservation fees (part of park fees)

  • Kilimanjaro summit certificate

  • Large portions of fresh, healthy, nutritious food

  • Clean, purified drinking water

  • Camping or Hut fees (part of park fees)

  • Professional, experienced, mountain guides

  • Sleeping Mattress

  • Rescue fees (part of park fees)

  • Emergency Oxygen Cylinder

  • VAT (18% charged by the Government)

  • Guides, Porters, Cook salaries and park fees

  • Quality, waterproof, four-season mountain sleeping tents (on twin sharing basis)

  • Quality Mess tents with table and chairs

  • Hotel before and after the hike

Cost excludes

  • Tanzania Visa

  • Transfers (available as an optional addon)

  • Personal trekking equipment such as sleepings bags, hiking boots, clothes, etc (available for renting)

  • Surcharge for online payment of advance and balance (5% on each payment)

  • International and domestic flights

  • Personal Expenses (e.g. laundry, telephone, beverages, etc.)

  • Travel insurance

  • Government imposed increase of Taxes and or Park Fees.

  • Tips and gratuities

  • Liquors, beers and bottled beverages

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