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| Duration | 07 days |
| Price | $1850 - $2100 |
| Success Rate | 90% - 95% |
| Population | High Traffic |
| Acclimatization | - Mawenzi (tarn) |
| Tour Type | Climbing, Acclimatize, & Group |
The rongai route also known as loitoktok route is the trail the approaches the mountain from the north side, close to the Kenyan border. The route is still getting popular so it is less crowded compared to the southern routes. Hiking here can be done all throughout the year as the area receives less precipitation even during rainy season.
Acclimatization is done at mawenzi tarn for those hiking for seven days, which is highly recommended as there is less ‘climb high, sleep low’ option. Despite the fact that the route scenery is not as varied compared to other routes, rongai makes up for this by moving through wild area for almost the entire trail.
The route does not offer huts and the camps are less frequented but they have all the crucial facilities and a rangers hut. After reaching the summit descent is done through marangu route, which can be an upside as you get the Mount Kilimanjaro view from both sides.
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The Rongai route is one of the 6 published and popular routes and considered as the most scenic route in mt:Kilimanjaro for hiking and successiful summit with higher rate. The Rongai route is longer enough to complete, which allows for better accllimatization to the high altitude, increasing the chances of reaching the summit successfully. From day-to-day first to last day, particularly to 6 days package; Day 1: at Moshi-Nale_Moru-Simba Camp, Day 2: at Simba Camp-Second Cave, Day 3: at Second Cave-Third Cave, Day 4: at Third Cave Kibo Hut, Day 5: Kibo Hut-Summit-Horombo Hut, Day 6: Horombo Hut-Marangu Gate,Day 6: Day of Departure: From Hotel to Airport. In terms of success rate, the Rongai route has a higher success rate ranging 70% - 95% (6-day - 90s%) compared to other routes on Kilimanjaro again due to its longer duration and better acclimatization profile.
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After arrival at Kilimanjaro/Arusha airport you will meet your Tanzania Safari Radar driver-guide waiting for you with a smile; relax and enjoy your drive as you’re transferred to the hotel in Moshi. Get some rest as you prepare yourself for an amazing adventure of 6 days rongai route Kilimanjaro climbing.
Accommodation: (OPTIONAL)
Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch & DinnerThe hike will begin with a 50 minute drive to machame gate and after all formalities are done we will transfer to umbwe gate passing through coffee and banana plantations. The strenuous and long hike will follow passing through the rainforest and onto a mountain ridge.
Start our hike after breakfast and mount to the second cave with an incredible view of kibo and eastern ice fields on the crater rim, after lunch we will rest in the camp or opt to explore the surrounding area for acclimatization factor.
After breakfast, depart from the camp and walk out across moorland heading to the jagged peaks of mawenzi. Today’s hike is short and offers magnificent view of the wilderness. The camp will be setup in the sheltered valley near kikelewa caves at 3630m; the site is located beneath the jagged spires of mawenzi, at mawenzi tarn.
This day is specific for acclimatization and it will be spent to hiking on mawenzi ridge, the unspoiled landscape offers spectacular views of kibo and mawenzi. After exploring the unique area you may opt to take rest or keep exploring the surrounding area. Dinner and overnight will be in mawenzi tarn.
We’ll begin our gradual climb to kibo hut and along the way we’ll pass through the saddle of Kilimanjaro which is between kibo and mawenzi. After reaching kibo, dinner will be served early and prepare for the summit climb which will start at 02:00am
served with some snacks and a strenuous hike to the uhuru peak will begin. We will trek on the steep and snowy trail up to Gilman’s point and keep heading to uhuru peak; the highest peak in Africa. After reaching the peak, take some pictures and savor your victory and after that start your descent. We’ll have lunch at kibo and after that head to horombo for dinner and a night rest. The last part of climbing Mount Kilimanjaro can be a bit challenging so make sure you are well covered, as the weather will be very cold, pay attention to your guide and do not rush.
We’ll depart from horombo and start our descent through moorland to mandara hut. Proceed descending through the lush green forest to marangu gate a vehicle will meet you and take you back to your hotel in moshi. The lower parts of the mountain can be wet and slippery so trekking poles and gaiters will be helpful.
