7 Days Mount Kilimanjaro Climbing – Rongai Route
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Join this 7-day adventure up Mount Kilimanjaro via the Rongai Route, the only path that approaches the mountain from the north, near the Kenyan border. Known for its remote, unspoiled landscapes and fewer crowds, the Rongai Route offers an ideal balance of gradual ascent, stunning scenery, and diverse ecosystems.
The trek begins in Kilimanjaro’s drier northern regions, taking you through savannah woodlands, rugged moorlands, and alpine desert zones. The route provides exceptional opportunities to spot wildlife, including colobus monkeys and diverse bird species. As you ascend, the panoramic views of Kenya’s vast plains and Kilimanjaro’s glaciers become increasingly breathtaking.
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Kick off your Kilimanjaro adventure with a journey through diverse landscapes starting from Nale Moru (1950m). Traverse lush farmlands, vibrant maize fields, and enchanting rainforest, before ascending into the moorland zone. Arrive at Simba Camp (2700m) with breathtaking views of the Kenyan plains.
- Trekking Distance: 8 km,
- Duration: 4 hours.
Ascend westward through captivating heath and moorland, with a scenic lunch stop at Second Cave (3450m). Continue past canyons and dry river beds to reach Kikelelwa Camp (3600m), offering stunning vistas of Kibo Peak and the expansive Kenyan plains.
- Trekking Distance: 9 km,
- Duration: 6-7 hours.
Embark on a shorter, exhilarating climb with occasional steep sections leading to Mawenzi Tarn Hut (4330m). Marvel at the rocky, misty mountainscape and the transformation from moorland to rugged, high-altitude terrain.
- Trekking Distance: 6 km,
- Duration: 4 hours.
Spend a full day at Mawenzi Tarn Hut to acclimatize. Take a mid-day hike to a higher altitude to prepare your body for the summit challenge, following the principle of "Climb high, sleep low.
- Elevation: 4330m.
Begin a steep ascent across the saddle between Mawenzi and Kibo. As the landscape turns into a moonscape with minimal vegetation, Kibo Hut (4750m) becomes your final camp before the summit bid.
- Trekking Distance: 9 km, Duration: 5-6 hours.
Start your summit journey around midnight. Traverse volcanic scree and ice-capped terrain to reach Uhuru Peak (5895m), the highest point in Africa. Celebrate the achievement and descend to Horombo Hut for a well-deserved rest.
- Trekking Distance: 22 km,
- Duration: 10-13 hours.
Descend gently from Horombo, experiencing diverse landscapes from alpine desert to lush rainforest. Enjoy a scenic trek and a final stop at Mandara Hut (2700m) for lunch before reaching Marangu Gate, where you’ll receive your well-earned certificate.
- Trekking Distance: 18 km,
- Duration: 5-6 hours.
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