8 Days
The Rongai route, which approaches Kilimanjaro from the north and is the quietest of the main paths. Insight build in a dedicated acclimatisation day at Mawenzi Tarn beneath the Mawenzi spires before crossing to Kibo Hut for the summit push, and descend by the Marangu side.
Overview
The Rongai route, which approaches Kilimanjaro from the north and is the quietest of the main paths. Insight build in a dedicated acclimatisation day at Mawenzi Tarn beneath the Mawenzi spires before crossing to Kibo Hut for the summit push, and descend by the Marangu side.
- Where you go: Marangu, Moshi, Mount Kilimanjaro
Highlights & Inclusions
Highlights
Your guides
Guides named by Insight Safari Holidays on its own website. Who accompanies your trip is arranged with the operator.
- Mujuni Edmund Senior Safari Guide
- Jacob Kasirye Cultural and Wildlife Specialist
- Jack Ndahura Senior Safari Expert
- Azaria Kameraho Wildlife and Conservation Specialist
FAQs
How long is this safari?
8 Day Mount Kilimanjaro Safari, Rongai Route runs for 8 Days, set out day by day over 9 days in the itinerary below.
Who runs this safari?
It is operated by Insight Safari Holidays. Every booking and payment is arranged directly with them; this marketplace passes your enquiry straight through.
Day-by-day itinerary
What the operator has planned, day by day, across 9 days.
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Day 1
Arrival in Tanzania
Transfer from Kilimanjaro International Airport to a hotel in Moshi for rest, acclimatisation and a climb briefing.
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Day 2
Rongai Gate to Rongai Cave (First Cave)
1,950 m to 2,600 m, about 8 km, 3-4 hours. Registration at Rongai Gate on the northern side, then the trek up through rainforest to Rongai Cave.
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Day 3
Rongai Cave to Kikelewa Cave
2,600 m to 3,600 m, 11 km, roughly 6-7 hours through open terrain.
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Day 4
Kikelewa Cave to Mawenzi Tarn
3,600 m to 4,300 m, 6 km, around 3-4 hours, camping beneath the spires of Mawenzi.
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Day 5
Acclimatisation day at Mawenzi Tarn
A full day at altitude, either resting at camp or exploring the surroundings, to help the body adapt.
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Day 6
Mawenzi Tarn to Kibo Hut
4,300 m to 4,700 m, 9 km, about 5-6 hours across the lunar landscape of the Saddle between Mawenzi and Kibo. The rest of the day is for resting and preparing for the summit.
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Day 7
Summit Day, Kibo Hut to Horombo Hut
4,700 m to 5,895 m at Uhuru Peak, then down to 3,720 m. 6 km up and 16 km down; 6-7 hours up and 5-6 down. A midnight start to Gilman's Point on the crater rim, then on to Uhuru Peak, back to Kibo to rest, then down to Horombo.
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Day 8
Horombo Hut to Marangu Gate, return to Moshi
3,720 m down to 1,860 m, 20 km, 5-6 hours through moorland and rainforest to Marangu Gate, where summit certificates are issued, then transport back to Moshi.
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Day 9
Leaving
A free day to rest, explore Moshi or begin the journey home, with a safari or a park visit possible as an extension.
That is the whole itinerary
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- 8 Days
- Marangu · Moshi · Mount Kilimanjaro
- Priced on request
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Insight Safari Holidays
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