7-Day Rongai Route

From $3,035 PP

The Wild Northern Approach

Rongai is the only route to climb Kilimanjaro from the remote, rain-shadowed north — quiet, scenic and beautifully wild.

Highlights

Far fewer trekkers than the southern routes

Sweeping views of Mawenzi’s jagged spires

Summit Uhuru Peak at 5,895m

A gentle gradient for steady acclimatization

Camp beneath the tarns at Mawenzi

A drier trail with a strong success rate

Descend the classic Marangu route

Nourishing hot meals and purified water

DAY 01

 

Nalemuru Gate to Simba Camp

Begin on Kilimanjaro’s remote northern side, driving to the Nalemuru Gate and hiking through pine forest and farmland to the first camp.

Simba Camp (2,625m)

Meal plan: Full board

DAY 02

 

Simba Camp to Kikelewa Cave

Cross open moorland with expanding views of Kibo and the jagged spires of Mawenzi rising ahead.

Kikelewa Cave (3,600m)

Meal plan: Full board

DAY 03

 

Kikelewa to Mawenzi Tarn

A short but steep climb to a sheltered tarn beneath Mawenzi’s dramatic pinnacles — a beautiful spot to acclimatize.

Mawenzi Tarn Camp (4,330m)

Meal plan: Full board

DAY 04

 

Acclimatization at Mawenzi Tarn

An acclimatization day with a walk higher onto Mawenzi’s slopes before returning to camp — climb high, sleep low.

Mawenzi Tarn Camp (4,330m)

Meal plan: Full board

DAY 05

 

Mawenzi Tarn to Kibo Hut

Cross the stark lunar saddle between Mawenzi and Kibo to reach Kibo Hut, the launch point for the summit.

Kibo Hut (4,703m)

Meal plan: Full board

DAY 06

 

Summit Day to Uhuru Peak

A midnight ascent via Gilman’s Point to Uhuru Peak (5,895m) at sunrise, then a long descent to Horombo Hut.

Horombo Hut (3,720m)

Meal plan: Full board

DAY 07

 

Horombo Hut to Marangu Gate

A steady descent through moorland and forest to Marangu Gate, where you collect your summit certificate.

Marangu Gate (1,860m)

Meal plan: Breakfast

Tailored to Your Travel Vision

We understand every traveller has unique needs, so each itinerary can be tailored to match your preferences, pace, interests, comfort level, and desired exclusivity.

Prices are per person in USD by group size. Optional upgrades: extra hotel nights, private departures, and a safari or Zanzibar extension after your climb.

Classic climbPer person, USD · by group size
Group12345Price pp$4,420$3,435$3,120$3,080$3,035
Premium climbPer person, USD · by group size
Group12345Price pp$9,710$6,920$6,380$6,070$6,015

Prices are per person by group size. Larger groups of 6–8+ are priced lower — just ask for a quote. Excludes international flights, visa, tips and travel insurance.

What’s Included

Classic — quality 4-season tents, full mountain crew, bottled oxygen and twice-daily medical checks.

Premium — everything in Classic, plus spacious walk-in tents and extra crew for maximum comfort on the mountain.

What’s Not Included

Enhance Your Experience With

Kilimanjaro scenic flight or helicopter tour

Celebration dinner after your successful summit

Sundowner and cultural evening in Arusha

Arusha waterfalls and coffee-farm day tour

Add Mount Meru as a warm-up climb

Post-climb spa and massage recovery

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No Two Journeys Are the Same

We don’t sell off-the-shelf packages. Every traveller — every couple, family and group of friends — is different, so tell us your dates, your pace and your dream, and we’ll craft a safari that is entirely your own.

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