7 Day Kilimanjaro Hike via RONGAI
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Overview
The Rongai route is the only route that approaches Kilimanjaro from the north, close to the Kenyan border. Though gaining popularity amongst climbers, this route still experiences low crowds.
Rongai has a more gradual slope than the mountain’s other routes. It is the preferred route for those looking for an alternative to the popular Marangu route, for those who would like a more remote hike, and for those who are climbing during the rainy season (the north side receives less precipitation).
Rongai is a moderately difficult route and is highly recommended, especially for those with less backpacking experience.
Although the scenery is not as varied as the western routes, Rongai makes up for this by passing through true wilderness areas for nearly the entire way. Descent is made via the Marangu route.
Skyview Adventure offers Rongai as a 7 day group climb or a 6 or 7 day private climb. The 6 day variation does not have an acclimatization day on day 4 at Mawenzi Tarn.
Included/Exclude
- Quality, waterproof, four-season private mountain sleeping tents
- Professional, experienced, mountain guides:
- All Park fees ,Rescue fees
- All meals while on the Mountain
- Guides, Porters, cook salaries and park fees
- Quality Mess tents with table and chairs
- Large portions of fresh, healthy nutritious food
- Clean, purified drinking water
- Fair and ethical treatment of porters
- Tips
- Flights
- Visa fee
- Mountain gear
Tour Plan
Rongai Cave to to Second Cave
Elevation: 9,300 ft to 11,300 ft Distance: 6 km | 4 miles Habitat: Health Hiking Time: 3-4 hoursSecond Cave to Kikelewa Cave
Elevation: 11,300 ft to 11,811 ft Distance: 6 km | 4 miles Habitat: Health Hiking Time: 3-4 hoursMawenzi Tarn to Mawenzi Ridge
Elevation: 14,160 ft -14,400 ft Distance: 2 km | 1 miles Habitat: Alpine Desert Hiking Time: 1-2 hoursMawenzi Ridge to Mawenzi Tarn
Elevation: 14,400 ft -14,160 ft Distance: 2 km | 1 miles Habitat: Alpine Desert Hiking Time: 1-2 hoursSchool Hut to Uhuru Peak
Elevation: 15,430 ft to 19,341 ft Distance: 6 km | 4 miles Habitat: Arctic Hiking Time: 6-8 hoursUhuru Peak to Horombo Hut
Elevation: 19,341 ft to 12,250 ft Distance: 16 km | 10 miles Habitat: Health Hiking Time: 4-5 hours