8-Day Kilimanjaro Trek via Rongai Route to Uhuru Peak

• After arrival at Kilimanjaro Airport, you will meet your tour guide, who will be waiting for you. Relax and enjoy your drive as you are transferred to the hotel in Moshi.
• Get some rest as you prepare yourself for a fantastic 7-day Rongai Route Kilimanjaro climbing adventure.

Accommodation: Moshi - Kilimanjaro White House Hotel

Meal plan: Bed & Breakfast

• Depart from Moshi to Marangu Gate for the permit, and after all the formalities, head straight to Rongai Gate and begin the hike.
• Traverse through the forest, which is home to various wildlife, including black and white colobus monkeys. As the forest begins to thin, you will arrive at your first camp, which offers an extensive view of Kenya.

Elevation: 2000m/6560ft to 2650m/8700ft

Distance: 6km/4mi

Hiking Time: 3-4 hours

Habitat: Montane Forest

Meals included: Lunch, Dinner

• Start the hike after breakfast and ascend to the Second Cave, with an incredible view of Kibo and the eastern ice fields on the crater rim.
• After lunch, rest at the camp or explore the surrounding area for acclimatization.

Elevation: 2650m/8700ft to 3450m/11,300ft
Distance: 6km/4mi
Walking Time: 3-4 hours
Habitat: Moorland

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

• After breakfast, depart from the camp and walk out across moorland, heading toward the jagged peaks of Mawenzi. Today's hike is short and offers a magnificent view of the wilderness.
• Set camp in the sheltered valley near Kikelewa Caves at 3630m. The site is located beneath the jagged spires of Mawenzi, at Mawenzi Tarn.

Elevation: 3450m/11,300ft to 3600m/11,800ft
Distance: 9km/5mi
Walking Time: 2-3 hours
Habitat: Semi-desert

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

• This day is specifically for acclimatization and will be spent hiking on Mawenzi Ridge. The unspoiled landscape offers spectacular views of Kibo and Mawenzi.
• After exploring the unique area, you may opt to take a rest or keep exploring the surrounding area.

Dinner and overnight will be at Mawenzi Tarn.

Elevation: 3600m/11,800ft to 4330m/14,200ft
Distance: 6km/4mi
Walking Time: 3-4 hours

Habitat: Semi-desert

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

• Begin the gradual climb to Kibo Hut and, along the way, pass through the saddle of Kilimanjaro, which lies between Kibo and Mawenzi.
• After reaching Kibo, dinner will be served early to prepare for the summit climb, which will start at 2:00 am.

Elevation: 4330m/14,200ft to 4750m/15,600ft

Distance: 9km/5mi
Hiking Time: 4-5 hours
Habitat: Alpine Desert

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

• Around 2:00 am, wake up for an early hike to the summit. Hot tea will be served with some snacks, and a strenuous hike to Uhuru Peak will begin.
• Trek on the steep and snowy trail up to Gilman's Point and keep heading to Uhuru Peak, the highest peak in Africa.
• After reaching the peak, take some pictures and savour your victory.
• Next, start your descent.
• Have lunch at Kibo and then head to Horombo for dinner and a night's rest.

Note: The last part of climbing Mount Kilimanjaro can be a bit challenging, so make sure you are well covered, as the weather will be freezing. Pay attention to your guide, and do not rush.

Elevation: 15,430ft - 12,250ft

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

• Today, depart from Horombo and start the descent through moorland to Mandara Hut.
• Proceed through the lush green forest to Marangu Gate, where a vehicle will meet you and take you back to your hotel in Moshi.

Tour ends.

Note: The lower parts of the mountain can be wet and slippery, so trekking poles and gaiters will be helpful.

Elevation: 12,205ft to 6,046ft

Distance Covered: 18km down

Time to be used: 5-7 hours

Meals: Breakfast & Lunch

Habitat: Rain Forest

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch