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Expirience the best joining 6-Day Kilimanjaro via Rongai Route

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🗺 Tanzania ⏱ 6 days 🚙 4x4 Pop-up Roof

Rongai Route

Overview Day by Day Rates Inclusions Getting There Offered By

The Rongai Route offers a peaceful climb up Kilimanjaro’s northern side, passing through pine forests and farmland with chances to spot colobus monkeys. At Genes Adventures, we offer both 6- and 7-day options, with the 7-day trek including a scenic detour to Mawenzi Tarn for better acclimatization and summit success. After conquering the peak, descend through the lush Marangu rainforest. With its gentle slopes and quiet trails, Rongai is ideal for a rewarding and less crowded adventure.

Route

Start	Rongai Route (Day 1)
Day 2	Kikelewa Caves
Day 3	Mawenzi Tarn
Day 4	Kibo Hut
Day 5	Summit Day - Horombo Hut
Day 6	Relaxed Descent
End	Rongai Route

Tour Features

Day 1: Rongai 1 Day 2: Kikelewa Caves Day 3: Mawenzi Tarn Day 4: Kibo Hut Day 5: Summit Day - Horombo Hut Day 6: Relaxed Descent

Activities & Transportation

Route: Rongai Route
Duration: 6 days
Getting around: 4x4 safari vehicle (pop-up roof)
Transfers: airport pick-up & drop-off can be included

Accommodation & Meals

Day

Accommodation

Meals

1

Budget camping On Mt Kilimanjaro

All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

2

Budget camping On Mt Kilimanjaro

All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

3

Budget camping On Mt Kilimanjaro

All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

4

Budget camping On Mt Kilimanjaro

All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

5

Budget camping On Mt Kilimanjaro

All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

6

No accommodation (End of tour)

Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Non-alcoholic drinks

Day by Day

Day 1 Rongai 1

⏱Morning 🏨Budget camping On Mt Kilimanjaro 🍽All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

After breakfast, you'll transfer to the Rongai Gate at the northern side of Kilimanjaro. While your guide secures the climbing permits, enjoy a coffee or tea and take in the quiet surroundings. You'll begin your climb through maize and potato fields before entering the cool shade of a pine forest. Keep an eye out for black-and-white Colobus monkeys along the way. As you reach the edge of the moorland zone, you'll take in sweeping views over the plains before arriving at Rongai One Camp. Altitude: 2,590 meters. You'll have a pick up at your hotel in Moshi. Need a place to stay before or after your tour? We’re happy to help arrange additional accommodation at an extra cost.

Day 2 Kikelewa Caves

⏱Morning 🏨Budget camping On Mt Kilimanjaro 🍽All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Following breakfast, you will continue your steady ascent towards Second Cave, where you’ll enjoy a well-earned rest and a hot lunch. You'll marvel at the striking views of Kibo Peak before trekking further across open moorland to reach Kikelewa Caves, your camp for the night. Altitude: 3,595 meters.

Day 3 Mawenzi Tarn

⏱Morning 🏨Budget camping On Mt Kilimanjaro 🍽All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

A short but steep climb up grassy slopes rewards you with superb views of the remote wilderness. The vegetation zone soon gives way to an Alpine desert as you approach Mawenzi Tarn, set dramatically beneath the towering spires of Mawenzi. You'll spend the afternoon acclimatizing or exploring the surrounding area with your guide. NOTE: Overnight stay will be in tents next to the huts. Altitude: 4,330 meters.

Day 4 Kibo Hut

⏱Morning 🏨Budget camping On Mt Kilimanjaro 🍽All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

After breakfast, you'll continue your ascent on the eastern side of Kibo, crossing the wide saddle that stretches between Mawenzi and Kibo peaks. You'll arrive at Kibo Hut, where the remainder of the day is dedicated to resting and preparing for your final summit push, which begins around midnight. NOTE: Overnight stay will be in tents next to the huts. Altitude: 4,695 meters.

Day 5 Summit Day - Horombo Hut

⏱Morning 🏨Budget camping On Mt Kilimanjaro 🍽All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Summit Day! You'll begin in the dark, guided by stars and determination. Push onward to Uhuru Peak (5,895 meters) just in time for sunrise—a moment that will stay with you forever. After celebrating at the roof of Africa, descend carefully back to Kibo Hut for a short rest and refreshments before continuing down to Horombo Hut for a well-earned overnight stay. NOTE: Overnight stay will be in tents next to the huts. Altitude: 3,720 meters.

Day 6 Relaxed Descent

⏱Morning 🏨No accommodation (End of tour) 🍽Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Non-alcoholic drinks

On your final day, you'll stroll through the forest, where lush greenery and lively birdlife welcome you back. Upon reaching Marangu Gate, celebrate your success with a festive champagne brunch hosted by Genes Adventures. Afterwards, you'll transfer back to your hotel for a well-deserved shower, rest, and time to relive your incredible journey. Drop off will be at your hotel in Moshi. Need a place to stay before or after your tour? We’re happy to help arrange additional accommodation at an extra cost. End of service.