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Kilimanjaro Climbing Rongai Route

The Kilimanjaro Climbing Rongai Route is an excellent choice for those seeking a less crowded and highly successful climb up Africa's highest peak. Starting from the north, it offers gradual acclimatization and stunning scenery.

Make this journey yours ↗
Mount Kilimanjaro viewed from Amboseli in Kenya

© Sergey Pesterev / Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Cropped for layout.

THE JOURNEY AT A GLANCE

A place to start.
Room to make it yours.

Places on the route
Kilimanjaro National Park, Rongai Gate, Simba Camp, Kikelewa Caves, Mawenzi Tarn, Kibo Huts, Horombo Huts, Marangu Gate
Suggested duration
6 Days / 5 Nights
Your arrangements
Personal itinerary · Quote on request

Use this journey as inspiration. Your final route, accommodation, activities and costs will be agreed with you around your dates and preferences.

HOW THE DAYS COULD UNFOLD

Your suggested
itinerary.

A starting point for planning, with the pace and arrangements confirmed in your personal proposal.

DAY 1Day 1: Nyeri/Nairobi to Rongai Gate & Trek to Simba Camp

06:30

Sunrise Game Drive

Track wildlife at dawn with expert guides and hot beverages on board.

10:00

Camp Brunch & Leisure

Return to camp for brunch followed by leisure time and optional spa treatments.

15:30

Afternoon Safari Experience

Embark on an afternoon game drive focusing on big cats and herbivore herds.

19:30

Fireside Dinner & Stargazing

Enjoy a chef-prepared dinner and storytelling under the African night sky.

DAY 2Day 2: Simba Camp to Kikelewa Caves

06:30

Sunrise Game Drive

Track wildlife at dawn with expert guides and hot beverages on board.

10:00

Camp Brunch & Leisure

Return to camp for brunch followed by leisure time and optional spa treatments.

15:30

Afternoon Safari Experience

Embark on an afternoon game drive focusing on big cats and herbivore herds.

19:30

Fireside Dinner & Stargazing

Enjoy a chef-prepared dinner and storytelling under the African night sky.

DAY 3Day 3: Kikelewa Caves to Mawenzi Tarn

06:30

Sunrise Game Drive

Track wildlife at dawn with expert guides and hot beverages on board.

10:00

Camp Brunch & Leisure

Return to camp for brunch followed by leisure time and optional spa treatments.

15:30

Afternoon Safari Experience

Embark on an afternoon game drive focusing on big cats and herbivore herds.

19:30

Fireside Dinner & Stargazing

Enjoy a chef-prepared dinner and storytelling under the African night sky.

DAY 4Day 4: Mawenzi Tarn to Kibo Huts

06:30

Sunrise Game Drive

Track wildlife at dawn with expert guides and hot beverages on board.

10:00

Camp Brunch & Leisure

Return to camp for brunch followed by leisure time and optional spa treatments.

15:30

Afternoon Safari Experience

Embark on an afternoon game drive focusing on big cats and herbivore herds.

19:30

Fireside Dinner & Stargazing

Enjoy a chef-prepared dinner and storytelling under the African night sky.

DAY 5Day 5: Summit Night & Descent to Horombo Huts

06:30

Sunrise Game Drive

Track wildlife at dawn with expert guides and hot beverages on board.

10:00

Camp Brunch & Leisure

Return to camp for brunch followed by leisure time and optional spa treatments.

15:30

Afternoon Safari Experience

Embark on an afternoon game drive focusing on big cats and herbivore herds.

19:30

Fireside Dinner & Stargazing

Enjoy a chef-prepared dinner and storytelling under the African night sky.

DAY 6Day 6: Horombo Huts to Marangu Gate & Transfer to Nairobi

06:30

Sunrise Game Drive

Track wildlife at dawn with expert guides and hot beverages on board.

10:00

Camp Brunch & Leisure

Return to camp for brunch followed by leisure time and optional spa treatments.

15:30

Afternoon Safari Experience

Embark on an afternoon game drive focusing on big cats and herbivore herds.

19:30

Fireside Dinner & Stargazing

Enjoy a chef-prepared dinner and storytelling under the African night sky.

SOMEWHERE TO COME BACK TO

Places to stay.

Accommodation ideas from this journey. Your chosen stays and availability will be confirmed in your quote.

  • Day 1

    Mara Serena Safari Lodge

    Luxury Safari Lodge

  • Day 2

    Ashnil Mara Camp

    Tented Camp

  • Day 3

    Elewana Loisaba Tented Camp

    Boutique Tented Camp

  • Day 4

    Sarova Lion Hill Game Lodge

    Safari Lodge

  • Day 5

    Finch Hattons Luxury Camp

    Luxury Safari Camp

  • Day 6

    Giraffe Manor

    Heritage Manor

THE DETAILS MATTER

What goes
into the journey.

Included in the suggested plan

  • Park Entrance Fees
  • Professional Guides
  • Porter Services
  • All Meals on Trek
  • Camping Equipment
  • Purified Drinking Water
  • First Aid & Oxygen

Plan separately

  • Personal Expenses
  • International Flights
  • Visa Fees
  • Travel Insurance
  • Bottled Water
  • Alcoholic and premium beverages
  • Optional excursions not listed in itinerary

Your final proposal will set out the confirmed inclusions, exclusions and current price.