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7-Day Kilimanjaro Adventure via the Enigmatic Rongai Route

$ 2,250

Embark on a thrilling adventure with a 7-Day Kilimanjaro Adventure via the Enigmatic Rongai Route. Experience the beauty of Africa’s highest peak with this challenging climb.

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Day 1: Arrival in Moshi

  • Activities: Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport. Transfer to your hotel in Moshi.
  • Accommodation: Hotel in Moshi (e.g., Springlands Hotel or similar)
  • Meals: Dinner (if arriving early enough)

Day 2: Moshi to Rongai Gate – Hike to Simba Camp

  • Elevation: 1,950 m to 2,650 m
  • Hiking Time: 3-4 hours
  • Activities: After breakfast, drive to Rongai Gate for registration. Start the hike through the lush montane forest, enjoying the sights and sounds of nature.
  • Accommodation: Camping at Simba Camp
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 3: Simba Camp to Second Cave Camp

  • Elevation: 2,650 m to 3,450 m
  • Hiking Time: 4-5 hours
  • Activities: Continue hiking with views of the Kibo and Mawenzi peaks as you ascend through moorland.
  • Accommodation: Camping at Second Cave Camp
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 4: Second Cave Camp to Kikelewa Camp

  • Elevation: 3,450 m to 3,600 m
  • Hiking Time: 5-6 hours
  • Activities: Hike through the alpine desert zone, enjoying spectacular views, and acclimatizing your body to the altitude.
  • Accommodation: Camping at Kikelewa Camp
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 5: Kikelewa Camp to Mawenzi Tarn Camp

  • Elevation: 3,600 m to 4,330 m
  • Hiking Time: 3-4 hours
  • Activities: A shorter hiking day allows for acclimatization while enjoying panoramic views of Mawenzi Peak.
  • Accommodation: Camping at Mawenzi Tarn Camp
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 6: Mawenzi Tarn Camp to Uhuru Peak (Summit) and Descend to Horombo Camp

  • Elevation: 4,330 m to 5,895 m (then descend to 3,720 m)
  • Hiking Time: 10-14 hours for the entire round trip
  • Activities: Depart around midnight to reach Uhuru Peak at sunrise, then descend to Horombo Camp.
  • Accommodation: Camping at Horombo Camp
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 7: Horombo Camp to Marangu Gate – Departure to Moshi

  • Elevation: 3,720 m to 1,840 m
  • Hiking Time: 5-6 hours
  • Activities: Hike through the rainforest to Marangu Gate, where you will receive your summit certificates. Transfer back to Moshi.
  • Accommodation: Hotel in Moshi (e.g., Springlands Hotel or similar)
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

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