7 Days – Rongai Route

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).

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).

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).

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).

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).

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.