6 Day Kilimanjaro Trekking via Rongai Route

The 6-day Kilimanjaro trek via the Rongai Route offers a stunning adventure to Africa’s highest peak, starting with your arrival in Arusha. You will drive to the Rongai Gate to begin your climb through beautiful forests, with the first night spent at Rongai Camp. The trek continues to the Second Cave, then onto Kikelewa Camp, where you’ll enjoy breathtaking views as you ascend. The journey continues to Mawenzi Tarn Camp, providing a chance to acclimatize while taking in spectacular scenery. On the final day, you’ll make an overnight summit attempt to Uhuru Peak, reaching the top at sunrise, and then descend back to Rongai Gate to complete your journey. This itinerary blends stunning landscapes, wildlife encounters, and an exhilarating experience summiting Kilimanjaro.

Day 01 :

Arrival in Tanzania

Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport, where our team will welcome you and transfer you to your hotel in Arusha. After checking in and resting, enjoy a welcome dinner while receiving a briefing about your Kilimanjaro trek.

Day 02 :

Drive to Rongai Gate and Trek to Rongai Camp

After an early breakfast, drive to the Rongai Gate to start your trek. As you hike through beautiful forests, look for interesting wildlife like monkeys and birds. Enjoy a packed lunch along the way. Arrive at Rongai Camp in the afternoon, where you will have dinner and spend the night.

Day 03 :

Rongai Camp to Second Cave

Start your day with breakfast, then continue your trek to the Second Cave. The trail offers fantastic views of the mountain and the surrounding landscape. Stop for lunch on the way, and once you reach the Second Cave, relax and enjoy dinner with fellow trekkers before resting for the night.

Day 04 :

Second Cave to Kikelewa Camp

After breakfast, proceed to Kikelewa Camp, trekking through heath and moorland. The scenery changes as you climb higher, and you’ll enjoy lunch during the hike. Upon arrival at Kikelewa Camp, take time to relax and enjoy dinner while preparing for the high-altitude climb.

Day 05 :

Kikelewa Camp to Mawenzi Tarn

Enjoy breakfast, then trek to Mawenzi Tarn Camp. This part of the journey takes you up steep trails with breathtaking views of Mawenzi Peak. Lunch will be enjoyed on the route. Arriving at Mawenzi Tarn, you will have time to acclimatize and explore the area. Dinner will be served, and you'll enjoy stunning sunset views and cool mountain air.

Day 06 :

Mawenzi Tarn to Uhuru Peak and Descent

Wake up early for a quick breakfast before starting your summit attempt. Depart around midnight to reach Uhuru Peak, the highest point of Kilimanjaro, at sunrise. Celebrate your achievement with stunning views before beginning your descent. After reaching Kikelewa Camp for a well-deserved lunch, continue down to Rongai Gate for closing formalities. Afterward, drive back to Arusha for dinner and a celebratory stay, marking the end of your unforgettable journey.

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6 Day Kilimanjaro Trekking via Rongai Route

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