8-Day Mt Kilimanjaro Rongai Route Trek to Uhuru Peak from Moshi

• You will be picked up from the airport and taken to your hotel in Moshi.
• The briefing will take place at the hotel.
• Our guides will go through all the essential details regarding your trek and inspect your trekking gear to make sure that you have all the equipment needed for your climb the next day.

• We will pick you up from your hotel in the morning and drive to the Marangu Gate (approximately 1.8 km).
• After park registration, we will proceed to the Nalemoru Gate (under 2 km).
• There will be an opportunity to meet your team, and a hot lunch will be served at the gate.
• We will embark on the journey to the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro.
• The trees above the misty paths are home to the striking blue monkey, the contrasting black and white colobus, and the adorable bush baby. The trek lasts three to four hours.
• We will spend the night at Simba Camp (2650 m). Comprehensive camping facilities will be provided.

Walking Time: 3-4 hrs

Distance: 6.5 km

Altitude Gain: 700 m

• In the morning, the journey towards Kibo will resume.
• At the second ancient cave, a delicious hot lunch will be served. After lunch, we will trek through a brief section of the barren dunes of the moorland and continue amid the heather vegetation zone, studded with ethereal, enormous lobelias. There is a high possibility of viewing the breathtaking display of Kibo Peak, and there is also a chance that we may spot jackals and the odd buffalo - there is no need to panic, as your guide accompanies you at all times.
• Once we reach Kikelewa Caves Camp, you can relax for the remaining hours of the day (3600 m).

Walking Time: 6-7 hrs

Distance: 9 km

Altitude Gain: 950 m

• Breakfast will be served at the campsite.
• Our day begins on a short, inclined pasture that leads to an area of wilderness. A low desert environment will replace the limited vegetation. We will arrive at Mawenzi Tarn Hut (4330 m), where a delectable hot lunch will be served.
• Small excursions for acclimatization are possible, but you are likely to spend the rest of the day lounging and dancing at the campsite.

Walking Time: 3-4 hrs

Distance: 6 km

Altitude Gain: 370 m

• Note that the trail progressively becomes steeper and stonier as we advance further away from Mawenzi Tarn Hut.
• We will travel up a desolate site that leads to 'The Saddle' - an extensive lunar lava stone landscape that stretches between Mawenzi and Kibo. The marvellous views of the towering upper regions of Kilimanjaro complement the journey.
• Our trek will end when we reach Kibo Huts (4703 m), and a steaming hot meal will be served in the afternoon.
• You can relax for the remainder of the day.
• We recommend that you try to get to bed early so you are revitalized for the climb to the summit at midnight.

Walking Time: 4-5 hrs

Distance: 9 km

Altitude Gain: 370 m

• Our voyage to the summit begins at midnight, and this is the longest, most laborious day of the trek. The trail has a long, sharp slope until we pass Hans Meyer Cave. At this point, the path transforms into a twisting, single-file lane. To reach Gillman's Point (5685 m), you will use a brief path with terrain laden with rocks; some climbing is necessary. This is the biggest difficulty of the ascension.
• Gillman's Point, or the lips of Kilimanjaro, indicates that Uhuru Peak (5895 m) is merely a two-hour hike away. Once you progress to Uhuru and behold the spectacle of the first peach-hued rays of light brushing against the ice-laden fields of the Mawenzi Peaks - you will comprehend the magnitude of your victory.
• We won't spend too much time at Uhuru, as we have to start our descent to Kibo Hut.
• We will take a short, desirable break. We will then proceed to Horombo Huts, and at this point, you will beam with joy at the sight of your sleeping bag.

Walking Time: 6-8 hrs ascent, 5-6 hrs descent

Distance: 5 km ascent, 15 km descent

Altitude Gain: 1195 m

Altitude Loss: 2195 m

• After breakfast, we will descend to the Marangu Gate.
• On our journey, we will encounter Mandara Hut and travel again through the lush rainforest. When we get to Marangu Gate, you will be awarded a certificate proving you completed the 8-day Rongai Route.
• After the brief festivities with your porters conclude, you will be transported back to the hotel - where a piping hot shower, soft mattress, and fresh clothes await.

Walking Time: 5-6 hrs

Distance: 20 km

Altitude Gain: 1195 m

Altitude Loss: 1900 m

• Today, we will transfer you to Kilimanjaro Airport, where you will connect with your flight back home.
• If you decide to go on a safari, that's another adventure, and we'll happily arrange it for you!