Ultimate Kilimanjaro: 7-Day Rongai Route Expedition
ID: GYG635649-1056866
Category:
Country: Tanzania
Duration:
9 days
Description
Conquer Kilimanjaro's Rongai Route in 7 days! Trek across breathtaking scenery, overcome hardships, and climb the renowned Uhuru Peak. Join us on this fantastic adventure!
?️ Rongai Route: This carefully crafted route offers a unique perspective as you ascend Kilimanjaro. Traverse lush forests, alpine meadows, and rugged terrain, all while soaking in the natural beauty that surrounds you.
Itinerary:
1: Rongai route
- Begin the trek at the Rongai Gate and enter the pristine wilderness of Kilimanjaro via the less-traveled Rongai Route.
2: Simba camp
- Trek through scenic landscapes and set up camp at Simba Camp, nestled amidst the breathtaking beauty of the mountain.
3: Kikelelwa camp
- Continue the ascent, passing through diverse terrain and reaching Kikelelwa Camp, surrounded by stunning vistas.
4: Mawenzi turn
- Journey towards Mawenzi Turn, offering mesmerizing views of the rugged Mawenzi peak and the surrounding landscape.
5: Acclimatization day
- Take a well-deserved rest day at Mawenzi Turn, allowing your body to acclimatize to the increasing altitude.
6: Kibo hut
- Resume the trek towards Kibo Hut, the final base camp before the summit push, where you'll prepare for the challenging ascent.
7: Uhuru Peak & Horombo Hut
- Reach Uhuru Peak, then descend to Horombo Hut where you'll celebrate your achievement and enjoy a comfortable night's rest.
8: Marangu gate
- Complete the descent to Marangu Gate, where you'll receive your summit certificates and bid farewell to the mountain.
9: Departure or Extend
- Departure from Kilimanjaro or consider extending your stay to explore more of Tanzania's natural wonders.
Highlights
- Breathtaking Landscapes: Traverse lush forests, alpine meadows, and rugged terra
- Iconic Challenges: Push your limits as you climb higher.
- Uhuru Peak: Reach the pinnacle of Africa!
- Camaraderie: Forge bonds with fellow trekkers.
- Unique Rongai Route: Ascend Kilimanjaro from a different perspective.
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Health and Medical Considerations: Participants must disclose any pre-existing medical conditions, allergies, or physical limitations. Consultation with a healthcare professional is recommended.
Dietary Restrictions: Inform us of any dietary restrictions or preferences in advance. We strive to accommodate varied dietary needs during the trek.
Travel Insurance: Adequate travel insurance is strongly advised. Ensure coverage for trekking, medical emergencies, and trip cancellations.
Emergency contact information: Provide emergency contact details for participants. This ensures swift communication in the event of unforeseen circumstances.
Equipment rental availability: Confirm availability for equipment rental if participants prefer renting certain gear instead of purchasing it.
Special Requests: Participants with special requests or accommodations must notify Explore Active during the booking process. We'll do our best to accommodate your needs.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
