7-day Climbing Kilimanjaro via the Rongai Route

7 days Mount Kilimanjaro ascent, the highest peak in Africa, through the Rongai route together with the guiding team and local porters of Congema.

7 Days

Jan - Mar, Sep, Oct

High

Intermediate

Description

Rongai is one of the routes to climb Mont Kilimanjaro, in Tanzania. It is a remote route, not so often used. It ranges second in ease of climbing.

The route consists of an approach from the north side of the mountain, which is less forested, and a descent through the Marangu route. The Rongai route has different options, I describe here the one that takes Mawenzi Tarn. The 2nd day of this climb is very long, therefore it can be divided in two days. In this way, you would also get a better acclimatization.

The portion that includes the ascent to the Uhuru Peak is the same as in the Marangu Route, that leaves from Kibo Hut.

During the trip in the mountain, we will sleep in tents that the porters pitch. This hike is quite tough and steep, you need to be fit and used to walks in mountainous areas. A sleeping bag, walking poles and warm clothes are required.

If you are interested in climbing Kilimanjaro through the Rongai route or any other (Marangu, Machame or Lemosho route) please get in touch with me and let's discuss it. It will be my pleasure to help you organize this beautiful adventure.

Price includes

Accommodation included
Guiding fee
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Transport during the trip
Permit and entrance fees
Porters
Mountain guide expenses

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival

Arrival at the Silver Palm hotel (B&B).

Day 2: Rongai Gate - Rongai Cave

Transfer to Kilimanjaro and to Rongai Gate.
*3-4 h
*2100 m
Walking in the rain forest until Camp 1.
*4 h
*2800 m

Day 3: Rongai Cave - Kikelewa Cave

Walking up crossing moorlands and giant heathers until Camp 2, close to the Kikelewa Cave.
*6 h
*3600 m

Day 4: Kikelewa Cave - Mawenzi Tarn

Walking towards Mawenzi’s jagged pinnacles, then camping by Mawenzi.
We go to Tarn Hut, note that this last section is quite steep.
*4-5 h
*4330 m

Day 5: Mawenzi Tarn - Kibo Hut

Gaining the Saddle, then walking across the scree desert until a camp which is near the Kibo hut.
*3-4 h
*4730 m

Day 6: Kibo Hut - Uhuru Peak - Horombo Hut

The day starts very early to reach the summit on steep scree up until Gillman’s Point (5 h, 5681 m) on the crater rim. Then we continue until the Uhuru Peak (1:30 h, 5895 m). Afterwards we descend to the camp, where we have for brunch and rest. Finally we go down until Horombo Hut. In total we will walk around 12 h.

Day 7: Horombo Hut - Marangu gate

Descent to Marangu gate (5 h), then driving back to your hotel (B&B).

Day 8: Departure

Day 8.
Departure following breakfast.

About the guide

Constantine

5.0

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Mountain Leader

Please get in touch with me if you are interested by coming to Tanzania, for climbing Mount Kilimanjaro or any other exiting adventure you wish to experience !
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