Kilimanjaro 7 Day Rongai Route
8 Nights
9 Days
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Arrival at Springlands Hotel
Today you'll make your way to Springlands Hotel in preparation for your climb the next day.
Itinerary
2 Travellers
June 7, 2025 - June 15, 2025
June 7 - June 15
Jun 7
Day 1
Arrival at Springlands Hotel
Arrival at Springlands Hotel
Today you'll make your way to Springlands Hotel in preparation for your climb the next day.
Note
Please note that meals and drinks can be purchased at Springlands Hotel. If you need transportation on this day, please add it to this trip.
Jun 8
Day 2
Springlands Hotel to 1st Cave or Simba Campsite
Springlands Hotel to 1st Cave or Simba Campsite
After breakfast and a briefing, meet your guides and porters to prepare your equipment before departing for Rongai. Start from Nale Moru village (1,950m) and follow a path through crop fields and pine forest. The trail climbs gently through a wildlife-rich forest, including the Kilimanjaro Colobus monkey. Camp at the edge of the moorland zone (2,600m) with views over the Kenyan plains after 3–4 hours. Overnight at 1st Cave or Simba Campsite.
Note
Please note that all meals and water are included for the entire duration of your climb on Mt. Kilimanjaro.
Jun 9
Day 3
Simba Camp to Kikelewa Caves
Simba Camp to Kikelewa Caves
Ascend steadily to Second Cave (3,450m) with views of Kibo and the Eastern ice fields. Post-lunch, diverge from the main trail toward Mawenzi's jagged peaks. Camp near Kikelewa Caves (3,600m) in a sheltered valley. Dinner and overnight at 2nd Caves Campsite, with 6–7 hours of walking.
Jun 10
Day 4
Kikelelwa Camp to 3rd Caves or Mawenzi Tarn Hut
Kikelelwa Camp to 3rd Caves or Mawenzi Tarn Hut
An acclimatisation day starting leisurely around noon, moving toward Mawenzi. Camp at 3rd Caves or Mawenzi Tarn Hut. Expect 4–5 hours of walking over a 6 km distance.
Jun 11
Day 5
Mawenzi Tarn Camp
Mawenzi Tarn Camp
A steep climb through grassy slopes offers spectacular views and wilderness. Reach Mawenzi Tarn (4,330m), set beneath Mawenzi's spires. The afternoon is for rest or exploration to aid acclimatisation. Overnight at Mawenzi Tarn Hut Campsite, with 3-4 hours of walking.
Jun 12
Day 6
Mawenzi Tarn Camp to Kibo Campsite
Mawenzi Tarn Camp to Kibo Campsite
Traverse the lunar Saddle between Mawenzi and Kibo to Kibo campsite (4,750m) at Kibo crater wall's base. Rest for the final ascent. Dinner and overnight at Kibo Camp, with a midnight start to the summit planned. Walking time is 4-5 hours.
Jun 13
Day 7
Summiting Kilimanjaro at Uhuru Peak!
Summiting Kilimanjaro at Uhuru Peak!
Begin the final, steepest climb by torchlight around 1:00 am, reaching Gillman’s Point (5,685m) on the crater rim to enjoy the sunrise. Optionally continue to Uhuru Peak (5,896m). Descend to Kibo (4,700m) for refreshment, then down to Horombo (3,720m) for dinner and overnight. Walking time is 11-15 hours.
Jun 14
Day 8
Horombo Hut to Springlands Hotel
Horombo Hut to Springlands Hotel
Descend through moorland to Mandara Hut (2,700m), then through lush forest to Marangu Gate (1,830m) over 6–7 hours. Transfer back to Springlands Hotel for an overnight stay on a full board basis.
Jun 15
Day 9
Departure from Springlands Hotel
Departure from Springlands Hotel
Today you'll head from Springlands Hotel to your next destination!
Note
If you need a transfer, please add it to this day as part of this extras.
Trip extras
Optional
Private Toilet
Arrival
Jun 07, 2025
Extras included
Total
USD
Offer is made subject to availability at the time of booking. Added trip extras are finalized on request.
Brief Itinerary
Day 1
Jun 7
Day 2
Jun 8
Day 3
Jun 9
Day 4
Jun 10
Day 5
Jun 11
Day 6
Jun 12
Day 7
Jun 13
Day 8
Jun 14
Day 9
Jun 15
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