Day 1: Hiking Kilimanjaro from Rongai Gate to Simba Camp.
Our 7-day adventure begins with a 2.5-hour drive from your hotel to Marangu Park Gate. After registration, a 3-hour drive takes us to the Rongai trailhead. Here, we meet our guide and porters in Nale Moru village. Our hike starts gently, passing through maize fields and pine forests. The trail isn't steep, but the scenery is captivating. We'll spend our first night at Simba Camp (2,600m), equipped with a toilet, a wooden table, and benches. Water is conveniently available nearby.
Destination: Rongai Gate To Simba Camp
Accommodation: Simba Campsite
public camp site
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Drinking water
Day 2: Simba Camp Hiking Kilimanjaro to Second Cave Camp.
Hiking Time: 2-3 Hours Habitat: Tranquil Moorland After a late breakfast at Simba Camp, take it easy and acclimatize as you hike slowly towards Second Cave (3450 meters). Enjoy a hot lunch with a view and spend a relaxing afternoon at Second Cave, preparing for the journey ahead. Dinner and overnight at Second Cave.
Destination: Simba Camp To Second Cave Camp
Accommodation: Second Cave Campsite
public camp site
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Drinking water
Day 3: Second Cave Camp – Kikelelwa Camp.
You'll begin the ascent towards Kibo, passing by the 2nd Cave Camp at an elevation of 2600m. The trail continues to wind its way through the moorlands, offering stunning views of the surrounding landscape. As you hike higher, you'll start to feel the thin air, but the breathtaking scenery will keep you motivated. Water sources are abundant at the Kikelelwa Camp stream, where you can fill up your water bottles before continuing on to your overnight camp at the Kikelelwa Camp. This section of the hike is a great opportunity to take in the beauty of Mount Kilimanjaro and appreciate the challenges of the journey so far.
Destination: Third Cave Camp To Kikelelwa Camp
Accommodation: Kikelelwa Campsite
public camp site
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Drinking water
Day 4: Kikelelwa Camp – Mawenzi Turn Camp.
Today, we'll be hiking to Kikelewa Cave (3600m) before setting up camp at Mawenzi Turn Camp (4330m). This challenging hike will take us through the Moorlands, where we'll be rewarded with breathtaking views of the surrounding wilderness. Make sure to take your time and acclimatize well before setting up camp in this stunning location.
Destination: Kikelelwa Camp To Mawenzi Turn Camp
Accommodation: Mawenzi Turn Campsite
public camp site
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Drinking water
Day 5: Leaving Mawenzi Turn Camp Kilimanjaro to Kibo Hut.
On this fifth day of our Rongai route expedition, we continued our ascent towards Kilimanjaro's summit. We hiked for 4 to 5 hours through the stunning alpine desert, crossing the saddle between Mawenzi and Kibo.
Destination: Horombo Hut To Kibo Hut
Accommodation: Kibo Hut
hut
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Drinking water
Day 6: Summit Attempt, Kibo Hut – Uhuru Peak – Horombo Hut.
On the Rongai route is the pinnacle of your 7-day hike, marking the Summit Attempt. After a 23:30 wake-up, a quick tea and biscuit boost, you embark on a grueling 8-hour ascent to Uhuru Peak at 5895m. The rocky path takes you to Gillman's Point, and from there, it's a steep hike with stone scree. Your perseverance pays off as you reach Africa's highest point, Uhuru Peak. After capturing the moment, a 3-hour descent takes you to Kibo Hut for a brief rest before another 6-hour descent to Horombo Hut. Your 14-hour day concludes with a well-deserved dinner and a night's rest. Our destination was Kibo Hut, situated at an impressive 4,700 meters above sea level. After the challenging hike, we spent the rest of the day at Kibo Hut, resting and preparing for the ultimate hike, which was set to begin at midnight. Our anticipation grew as we gazed at the starry night, knowing that the summit was just hours away.
Destination: Kibo Hut To Uhuru Peak To Horombo Hut
Accommodation: Horombo Hut
hut
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Drinking water
Day 7: Finalize Horombo Hut to Marangu Gate.
7-day Hike, is a descent from Horombo Hut (3720m) to Marangu Gate (1980m). After a 6-hour hike, passing Mandara hut, you reach Marangu Gate. Here, you sign the register and collect summit certificates - green for Gillman's Point (5685m) and gold for Uhuru Peak (5895m). Then, you head back to Moshi, ending your hike with cherished memories of conquering Kilimanjaro.
Destination: Horombo Hut To Mandara Hut To Marangu Gate
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Drinking water
TOUR PRICE/COST
We offer two pricing options:
The cost is shared within your private group. More people means a lower price per person.
Join others on a fixed-date tour at a set per-person rate—ideal for solo travelers or small groups.
Private (Shared) Price
| No of pax | Adult | Child |
|---|---|---|
| 1 pax | $1,741 pp | $1,306 pp |
| 2–4 pax | $1,716 pp | $1,287 pp |
| 5–9 pax | $1,691 pp | $1,268 pp |
| 10–15 pax | $1,666 pp | $1,250 pp |
Group joining price
| Adult | Child |
|---|---|
| $1,716 pp | $1,287 pp |
PRICE INCLUSIONS & PRICE EXCLUSIONS
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7 Days Mt Kilimanjaro Hiking via Rongai Route Adventure
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