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7 Days – Rongai Route

Tanzania

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£1,848.00

Duration

9 days

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Overview

This 7-day Kilimanjaro ascent starts at Rongai Route, the eastern side of the mountain, which is relatively dry with a short forest zone. The route skirts the base of Mawenzi, ascends via Gilman’s Point to Uhuru Peak, and includes an acclimatization day at Mawenzi Tarn. The descent follows the Marangu route.

Included/Exclude

Transportation Services
Breakfast, Lunch, & Dinner
Park fees, camping fees & rescue fee
Accommodation in tents
Transportation to & from the mountain gate
Professional mountain guides, cooks and porters
Pre & Post Trek accommodation in Moshi/Arusha Town on B&B
Fair wages for the mountain crew as approved by ( KINAPA) & (KIATO)
2 -way airport transfers- 1 on arrival and 1 on departure
Supplement Oxygen & Pulse Oximeter

Additional Services
Travel Insurance ( Recommended- Travel Insurance with medical cover 5000 metres and above)
Air Fare
Visa
Laundry Services
Tips to Mountain Crew
Portable chemical toilet- £75 per toilet ( including tent & porter)

Tour Plan

Day 1: Kilimanjaro - Rongai

In the morning, you drive around Kilimanjaro to the eastern side to NaleMoru to register at the gate. The hike begins through farmland and pine plantations, then continues through the afromontane forest. You will stay overnight at Simba Camp (full board).

Day 2: Kilimanjaro - Caves

Ascend to the Second Cave (3450m), offering views of the eastern icefields. After lunch, leave the main trail and head towards Mawenzi. The Kikelewa Caves campsite is situated in a sheltered valley. Overnight at Kikelewa Caves Camp (full board).

Day 3: Mawenzi

Hike up close to Mawenzi Tarn (4330m), located in a cirque beneath Mawenzi. In the afternoon, you will go on an acclimatization walk with your guide. Overnight at Mawenzi Tarn Camp (full board).

Day 4 Kilimanjaro -Mawenzi

Today is an acclimatization and rest day. Your guide will take you on a hike that typically lasts around 4 hours. Overnight at Mawenzi Tarn Hut (full board).

Day 5: Kilimanjaro- Kibo

Cross the saddle between Mawenzi and Kibo in the alpine desert zone. The camp is situated at 4700 meters. In the afternoon, prepare for the night ascent, followed by an early dinner and a few hours of sleep. Overnight at Kibo Camp (full board).

Day 6: Kilimanjaro-Horombo

An early start is required to reach the summit at dawn. You ascend Kibo via Gilman’s Point (5685m), which takes around 6 to 7 hours. It is then a further 1.5 to 2 hours to Uhuru Peak. Afterward, descend to Kibo for refreshment and then continue down to Horombo Camp. Overnight at Horombo Camp (full board).

Day 7: End

The final descent takes you back through the heath zone and forest to the Marangu Gate. Here, your team will have prepared a delicious lunch, and your transfer vehicles will be waiting. After saying goodbye to the mountain staff, you will head to a hotel near Arusha for a farewell dinner and either an overnight stay or a day room and departure.

Mountain Equipment Rental Prices

Item	Price (£)
Sleep bag	20
Mattress	10
Walking poles	10
Geetus	10
Head Lamp	10
Sunglasses	10
Day Pack	20
Gloves	10
Boots	20
Soxy	10
Rain jacket	20
Rain trousers	20
Poncho	20
Worm Jacket	20
Worm Trousers	20
Water bottle	10
Buff	10
Private Toilet	200

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guests > 1 Price Adult (18+ years) £2,344.00 / ticket | Youth (13-17 years) £2,344.00 / ticket
guests > 4 Price Adult (18+ years) £2,041.00 / ticket | Youth (13-17 years) £2,041.00 / ticket
guests > 8 Price Adult (18+ years) £1,848.00 / ticket | Youth (13-17 years) £1,848.00 / ticket

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guests > 1 Price Adult (18+ years) £2,344.00 / ticket | Youth (13-17 years) £2,344.00 / ticket
guests > 4 Price Adult (18+ years) £2,041.00 / ticket | Youth (13-17 years) £2,041.00 / ticket
guests > 8 Price Adult (18+ years) £1,848.00 / ticket | Youth (13-17 years) £1,848.00 / ticket

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guests > 1 Price Adult (18+ years) £2,344.00 / ticket | Youth (13-17 years) £2,344.00 / ticket
guests > 4 Price Adult (18+ years) £2,041.00 / ticket | Youth (13-17 years) £2,041.00 / ticket
guests > 8 Price Adult (18+ years) £1,848.00 / ticket | Youth (13-17 years) £1,848.00 / ticket

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guests > 1 Price Adult (18+ years) £2,344.00 / ticket | Youth (13-17 years) £2,344.00 / ticket
guests > 4 Price Adult (18+ years) £2,041.00 / ticket | Youth (13-17 years) £2,041.00 / ticket
guests > 8 Price Adult (18+ years) £1,848.00 / ticket | Youth (13-17 years) £1,848.00 / ticket

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guests > 1 Price Adult (18+ years) £2,344.00 / ticket | Youth (13-17 years) £2,344.00 / ticket
guests > 4 Price Adult (18+ years) £2,041.00 / ticket | Youth (13-17 years) £2,041.00 / ticket
guests > 8 Price Adult (18+ years) £1,848.00 / ticket | Youth (13-17 years) £1,848.00 / ticket

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guests > 1 Price Adult (18+ years) £2,344.00 / ticket | Youth (13-17 years) £2,344.00 / ticket
guests > 4 Price Adult (18+ years) £2,041.00 / ticket | Youth (13-17 years) £2,041.00 / ticket
guests > 8 Price Adult (18+ years) £1,848.00 / ticket | Youth (13-17 years) £1,848.00 / ticket

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guests > 1 Price Adult (18+ years) £2,344.00 / ticket | Youth (13-17 years) £2,344.00 / ticket
guests > 4 Price Adult (18+ years) £2,041.00 / ticket | Youth (13-17 years) £2,041.00 / ticket
guests > 8 Price Adult (18+ years) £1,848.00 / ticket | Youth (13-17 years) £1,848.00 / ticket

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guests > 1 Price Adult (18+ years) £2,344.00 / ticket | Youth (13-17 years) £2,344.00 / ticket
guests > 4 Price Adult (18+ years) £2,041.00 / ticket | Youth (13-17 years) £2,041.00 / ticket
guests > 8 Price Adult (18+ years) £1,848.00 / ticket | Youth (13-17 years) £1,848.00 / ticket

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Tue

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guests > 1 Price Adult (18+ years) £2,344.00 / ticket | Youth (13-17 years) £2,344.00 / ticket
guests > 4 Price Adult (18+ years) £2,041.00 / ticket | Youth (13-17 years) £2,041.00 / ticket
guests > 8 Price Adult (18+ years) £1,848.00 / ticket | Youth (13-17 years) £1,848.00 / ticket

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Tue

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guests > 1 Price Adult (18+ years) £2,344.00 / ticket | Youth (13-17 years) £2,344.00 / ticket
guests > 4 Price Adult (18+ years) £2,041.00 / ticket | Youth (13-17 years) £2,041.00 / ticket
guests > 8 Price Adult (18+ years) £1,848.00 / ticket | Youth (13-17 years) £1,848.00 / ticket

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Tue

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Thu

Fri

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guests > 1 Price Adult (18+ years) £2,344.00 / ticket | Youth (13-17 years) £2,344.00 / ticket
guests > 4 Price Adult (18+ years) £2,041.00 / ticket | Youth (13-17 years) £2,041.00 / ticket
guests > 8 Price Adult (18+ years) £1,848.00 / ticket | Youth (13-17 years) £1,848.00 / ticket

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Tue

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Fri

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guests > 1 Price Adult (18+ years) £2,344.00 / ticket | Youth (13-17 years) £2,344.00 / ticket
guests > 4 Price Adult (18+ years) £2,041.00 / ticket | Youth (13-17 years) £2,041.00 / ticket
guests > 8 Price Adult (18+ years) £1,848.00 / ticket | Youth (13-17 years) £1,848.00 / ticket

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