Overview
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The 6-Day Rongai Route offers a unique and quieter approach to Mount Kilimanjaro from the northern side of the mountain, near the Tanzania–Kenya border. It is particularly attractive for trekkers looking for a less crowded trail and a different perspective of Kilimanjaro.
The route passes through beautiful farmland, montane forest, moorland and alpine desert landscapes before joining the main summit trail near Kibo. The northern side is generally drier than the southern routes, making Rongai an appealing option during wetter periods.
The trek culminates with a challenging midnight ascent to Uhuru Peak (5,895 m), the highest point in Africa. After reaching the summit, you descend via the southern side of the mountain through Horombo and complete your adventure at Marangu Gate.
- You visit
- Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO)(Start) MoshiKilimanjaro Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO)(End)
- Highlights
- Mountain climbing
- Vehicle used
Day 1: Arrival at Kilimanjaro – Transfer to Moshi
Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you will be met by our representative and transferred to your hotel in Moshi. You will have a pre-climb briefing with your mountain guide, followed by a gear check to ensure you have everything required for the trek.
Lunch, Dinner
Hotel in moshi
Day 2: Moshi – Rongai Gate – Simba Camp
After breakfast, drive to the Rongai Gate, where you will complete registration and meet the mountain crew. The trek begins through cultivated farmland before entering the beautiful montane forest.
The walk is relatively gentle, allowing you to settle into the pace of the mountain. You may see monkeys and a variety of birdlife along the way.
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Simba camp
Day 3: Simba Camp – Kikelelwa Cave Camp
After breakfast, continue trekking through the forest and gradually enter the moorland zone. The vegetation becomes more open as you climb higher, with spectacular views of the surrounding landscape.
You will trek toward the Kikelelwa Caves, enjoying views of Kibo, Kilimanjaro's highest peak.
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Kikelekwa camp
Day 4: Kikelelwa Cave – Mawenzi Tarn Camp
Today is a shorter but important acclimatization day. You will leave the Kikelelwa Caves and climb steadily toward Mawenzi Tarn, situated beneath the dramatic peaks of Mawenzi.
The afternoon can be spent resting and acclimatizing while enjoying spectacular views of the mountain.
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Mawenzi tarn camp
Day 5: Mawenzi Tarn – Kibo Camp
After breakfast, trek across the alpine desert toward the Kibo massif. The landscape becomes increasingly barren as you approach Kibo Camp.
This is an important preparation day for the summit. You will have an early dinner and go to bed early, as the summit attempt begins around midnight.
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Kibo camp
Day 6: Kibo Camp – Uhuru Peak – Horombo Camp
You will wake around midnight and begin the summit attempt. The climb to Gilman's Point is steep and challenging, taking you across scree toward the crater rim.
After reaching Gilman's Point (approximately 5,681 m), continue around the crater rim toward Stella Point and then onward to Uhuru Peak (5,895 m), the highest point in Africa.
After celebrating your achievement and taking photographs, descend to Kibo Camp for a short rest before continuing down toward Horombo Camp.
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Horombo camp
