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6-Day Kilimanjaro Rongai: The Quiet Northern Wilderness Route

Kilimanjaro, Tanzania
  • 6 days (approx.)
  • Pickup offered
  • Group discounts
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

    What's Included

    • Tents foam sleeping pads, cooking equipment, and (Cutlery / Crockery) eating utensils. Rescue fees.
    • Pulse oximeters .
    • Guides, porters, cook, waiter salaries.
    • Dinner (5)
      Dinner
    • Lunch (6)
      Lunch
    • Breakfast (5)
      Breakfast
    • Gear for your climb, Some equipment is available for rent.
    • Guides, Porters, Cook & Waiters tips.
    • Visa fees & travel insurance.

    Meeting and Pickup

    Pickup points

    Select a pickup point

    Pickup details

    Pickup is provided from hotels/lodges in Moshi town. Pickup time is usually between 07:00 – 08:00 AM, depending on hotel location and traffic conditions. Climbers staying outside Moshi town (e.g. Arusha or remote lodges) may be charged an additional transfer fee or advised to arrive in Moshi one day before the climb. Please be ready in the hotel lobby at least 10 minutes before pickup time. Our team will confirm the exact pickup time one day before departure. After pickup, climbers will be transferred to Marangu Gate for registration and start of the trek.

    Operating hours
    .7:00 am

    Itinerary

    Day 1

    Rongai Gate to Simba Camp Elevation (ft): 6,398 ft to 8,858 ft

    1 Stop

    1

    Rongai Gate

    4 hours • Admission Ticket Included

    Accommodation: Simba Camp

    Meals: Lunch, Dinner

    Day 2

    Simba Camp to Second Cave Camp Elevation (ft): 8,858 ft to 11,300 ft

    1 Stop

    1

    Simba Camp

    4 hours • Admission Ticket Included

    Accommodation: Second Cave Camp

    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Day 3

    Second Cave to Kikelewa Camp Elevation (ft): 11,300 ft to 11,811 ft

    1 Stop

    1

    Kilimanjaro National Park

    4 hours • Admission Ticket Free

    Accommodation: Kikelewa Cave Camp

    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Day 4

    Kikelewa Camp to Mawenzi Tarn Elevation (ft): 11,811 ft to 14,160 ft

    1 Stop

    1

    Kikelewa - Mawenzi Tarn Trail

    5 hours • Admission Ticket Free

    Accommodation: Mawenzi Tarn Camp

    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Day 5

    Mawenzi Tarn to Kibo Hut to Uhuru Peak to Horombo Hut Elevation (ft): 14,160 ft to 15,420 ft to 19,341 ft to 12,205 ft

    1 Stop

    1

    Mawenzi Tarn Camp

    6 hours • Admission Ticket Included

    Accommodation: Kibo Hut

    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Day 6

    Horombo Hut to Marangu Gate Elevation (ft): 12,205 ft to 6,046 ft

    1 Stop

    1

    Kibo Huts

    14 hours • Admission Ticket Included

    Accommodation: Not included

    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

    Additional Info

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
    • Most travelers can participate
    • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
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    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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