Mt Kilimanjaro - Rongai Route

Mount Kilimanjaro is the adventure of a lifetime for any enthusiast. Climbing it will take you through 5 different climatic changes as you push for Africa's highest point named Uhuru Peak, “Peak of Freedom”. The Rongai route begins in attractive farmland and delightful forest, with the possibility of wildlife viewing, and passes through several different climate zones, adding considerably to the interest of the trek.

Mount Kilimanjaro is the adventure of a lifetime for any enthusiast. Climbing it will take you through 5 different climatic changes as you push for Africa's highest point named Uhuru Peak, “Peak of Freedom”. The Rongai route begins in attractive farmland and delightful forest, with the possibility of wildlife viewing, and passes through several different climate zones, adding considerably to the interest of the trek.

Approaching the mountain from a north-easterly direction, towards the Kenya border, the Rongai Route is becoming increasingly popular. This track retains a genuine sense of wilderness and offers a different perspective on Kilimanjaro by approaching it from this side. It is generally considered to be the easiest of the quality routes on the mountain.

Day 1: Moshi

Arrival into Moshi for briefing and overnight at Park View Hotel. (D)

Day 2: Moshi - Rongai Gate (1950m) - Sekimba Camp (2600m)

Transfer to the Park gate. Enjoy a gentle hike through beautiful country before emerging out of the forest and into the next climate zone, moorland. (BLD)

Day 3: Sekimba Camp - Second Cave Camp (3600m)

This morning hike across moorland from where you will see the views of Kibo, the eastern ice fields and jagged peak of Mawenzi. After lunch, leave the main trail and head out towards Mawenzi. (BLD)

Day 4: Second Cave Camp - Third Cave Camp (4330m)

A short but steep climb offers superb views of this wilderness area. The next camp is spectacularly situated beneath the towering spires. Spend the afternoon acclimatizing. (BLD)

Day 5: Third Cave Camp - School Hut (4700m)

Today the trek leads directly across The Saddle between Mawenzi and Kibo, crossing the alpine desert to the summit path for final ascent. (BLD)

Day 6: School Hut - Uhuru Peak (5895m) - Horombo Camp (3720m)

Final ascent for the summit. Once reached, descend and overnight at Horombo Camp. (BLD)

Day 7: Horombo Camp - Marangu Gate (1980m) - Moshi

After breakfast continue the descent to the Marangu gate, where you are transferred to Moshi for dinner and overnight. (BLD)

Day 8: Moshi

Departure. (B)

Inclusions:

• Seven nights accommodation (Two nights in a Hotel in Moshi and Five nights camping on Mt Kilimanjaro)
• Park, camping and rescue fees
• Transfers to and from Park Gate
• Guide, porters and cook
• All meals whilst climbing, breakfast and dinner in Moshi
• Tents
• Camp furniture
• Cooking facilities and mess tents

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