Itinerary

1. Day 1: Moshi to Rongai Gate / Nalemoru to Simba Camp

   • In the morning, transport from the hotel to the Marangu Gate (1,8km). 
   • Complete the park registration upon arriving, and then proceed to the Nalemoru gate (Under 2km). The extended trip to the gate is packed with astonishing sceneries and ventures through a native village. 
   • Enjoy an appetizing hot lunch will be served at the gate, and introductions among the crew members will occur. 
   • Embark on the 9 days Rongai Route to the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro. The coiling path amid the golden maize field leads to the entrance of the oak-brown forest.
   • Encounter the striking Black and White Colobus or the adorable Bush Baby. 
   • Arrive at the Simba Campsite, and spend the night.

    (2650m / 3-4 hours of hiking).

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2. Day 2: Simba Camp to Second Caves Camp

   • After a delicious breakfast, continue to move in the direction of the looming peak of Kibo to the Second Cave. 
   • Venture on a gentle incline through the fuscous brown moorland and heather vegetation zones. The arid plains are scattered with hoary desert plants, and the heather is dominated by whimsical plantation and celestially enormous trees. 
   • Enjoy a hot lunch, which will be provided at the Second Caves Camp (3150m / 3-4 hours). 
   • Take a small excursion towards the Third Cave – this will aid the acclimatisation process; relaxing is also an option. The excursions will increase the chances of witnessing marvellous sights, including the distinct crown of Mawenzi’s serrated, dark peak speckled with snow. 
   • Encounter wildlife such as buffaloes or jackals. 
   • See the spectacular figure of Kibo Peak (the summit peak), best observed at this angle. 

   The tents will be assembled at the Second Cave.

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3. Day 3: Second caves Camp to Kikelewa Caves

   • Start the trek advancing towards Kibo, after breakfast.
   • Venture through an exposed area of moorland and heather foliage to reach the Kikelewa Caves Camp. Chances of viewing Kibo, which is shrouded in ghost-grey mist, are high. 
   • Spot the great buffalo with winding horns and more jackals.
   • Enjoy a tantalizing lunch that will be served at the campsite.

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4. Day 4: Kikelewa Caves to Mawenzi Tarn

   • Travel to the Mawenzi Tarn Hut (4,330m), after breakfast. 
   • Traverse on a malachite-green slope. The chatter of the birds breaking the quiet of the world whilst clouds shaped like tufty pillows glide slowly across the sky. The parched fauna and flora of the moorland are temporarily banished as we travel through a region of wilderness. 
   • Proceed through a low desert area. The comforting aromas of the delicious hot lunch will drift through the entrance of the Mawenzi Tarn Hut. (6000m / 3-4 hour trek). 
   • Brief excursions for acclimatization may occur, but the remaining hours of the afternoon will be spent lounging around the campsite.

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5. Day 5: Mawenzi Tarn to Kibo Hut

   • Start the trek from the Mawenzi Tarn Hut, on the route that gradually develops into a steeper, rockier trail.
   • Travel along the meek landscape of the ashen ‘Saddle’, an expansive lava stone ridge amid Mawenzi and Kibo, provides stunning views of the lofty peak of Kilimanjaro. 
   • Enjoy an appetizing, warm meal that will be served after arriving at the Kibo Hut (4703m). 
   • Spend a relaxing evening and an early bedtime for the midnight trek to the summit.

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6. Day 6: Kibo Hut to Uhuru Peak to Horombo Hut

   • Depart from the huts shortly after midnight and undertake the most demanding day of the entire trek.
   • Reach the beautiful Hans Meyer Cave, the trail ensues an extended screed incline; it adapts into a single-file zigzag at this stage. A rocky path with wildflowers bursting from the earth with their azure gongs attached will lead us to Gillman’s Point (5685m). The pollen travels like floating grains of pixie dust, scattered by the blustery wind. This is the most challenging section of the route.
   • Reach Gillman’s Point, which signifies the last two hours of the hike to Uhuru Peak (5895m). On Africa’s rooftop, the gleaming landscape is smothered in wispy clouds and pasty streaks. An amethyst-purple tint invades the skies as the sun begins to emerge; soon, the sky will be a fire in the warm glow of tree flame. Sun washes the ice fields with a golden radiance, and the sugar-frosted coating glints. 
   • Marvel at the view and celebrate the accomplishment, before starting the descent to Kibo Hut.
   • Take a break at Horombo Hut, which is the final destination for the day.
   • Enjoy a well-deserved slumber.

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7. Day 7: Horombo Hut to Marangu Gate to Moshi

   • Enjoy an appetizing breakfast, and then circle past the Mandara Hut and through the magnificent rainforest before reaching the Marangu gate.
   • Receive the summit certificates for completing the 7 days Rongai Route, and short festivities with the porters will occur. 
   • Get transported to the hotel, where a steaming shower and plush bedding await. 
   • Drive to Kilimanjaro Airport, where it is time to say goodby to Tanzania and its friendly people.

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