Tanzania · Trekking

8-Day Mount Kilimanjaro Trek via Rongai Route to Uhuru Peak

8 Days Round trip from Kilimanjaro Airport Rd Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Trek through lush farmlands and forest from Nalemuru Gate to Simba Camp
02 Enjoy beautiful views of the surrounding landscapes as you cross the moorlands
03 Follow the trail beneath the rugged slopes of Mount Mwenzi with views of the plains below
04 Reach Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa, on your summit climb
05 Descend through the rainforest to Marangu Gate after your Kilimanjaro trek

Trek Mount Kilimanjaro on the Rongai Route with an approach through lush farmlands, forest, moorland, and alpine desert before the final summit push to Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa. Along the way, enjoy beautiful views of the surrounding landscapes, the rugged slopes of Mount Mwenzi, and the plains below. The journey includes overnight stays at mountain camps and huts, ending with a descent through the rainforest to Marangu Gate and a return to Moshi.

Trek Mount Kilimanjaro on the Rongai Route with an approach through lush farmlands, forest, moorland, and alpine desert before the final summit push to Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 8 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Included · Budget

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Moshi, Mount Kilimanjaro, Marangu

Languages English, German, Italian, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Airport Pickup and Hotel Transfer

Get picked up from the airport.
Your guide will take you to your hotel, where you can relax in the African atmosphere. Before the climb begins, you will meet your guide for a briefing, advice, and important tips.

Day 02

Nalemuru Gate to Simba Camp

The trek begins at Nalemuru Gate. After registration, we will start hiking through lush farmlands and forests until we reach Simba Camp for the night.

Day 03

Simba Camp to Kikelewa Camp

We continue through moorlands, gradually ascending with beautiful views of the surrounding landscapes. Kikelewa Camp is the destination for the day.

Day 04

Kikelewa Camp to Mwenzi Turn Hut Camp

The path leads toward the rugged slopes of Mount Mwenzi, with great views of the plains below.
We will reach Mwenzi Turn Hut Camp, where we rest and enjoy the scenery.

Day 05

Mwenzi Turn Hut to Kibo Hut

After a hike across the alpine desert, the trail takes us toward Kibo Hut, where we prepare for the summit attempt.

Day 06

Midnight Summit to Uhuru Peak and Descent to Horombo Hut

The summit climb starts around midnight.
After reaching Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa, we will begin our descent back to Horombo Hut for a well-earned rest.

Day 07

Horombo Hut to Marangu Gate and Return to Moshi

The final leg takes us through the rainforest to Marangu Gate.
After completion, we will return to Moshi.

Day 08

Relax in Moshi and Transfer to Kilimanjaro Airport

It's the last day! After breakfast, you will relax in the lodge a bit longer before a driver takes you to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your flight home.