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Grand Traverse Route

6 Days Rongai route Kilimanjaro Climbing

Hike The Most Scenic Route To The Summit Of Africa's Highest Peak.

Overview

The Rongai route is the easiest route when climbing Mount Kilimanjaro. It has a reputation as a remote wilderness trail. Rongai is the only route to approach Kilimanjaro from the north. It is one of the remote and less frequently used route, it is the second easiest route to Kilimanjaro after Marangu route. The approach to the mountain is from the less-forested north side and the descent is by the Marangu Route. There are several variations; the one described is a longer route taking in Mawenzi Tarn

Grand Traverse Route
Grand Traverse Route
Grand Traverse Route
Grand Traverse Route

Itinerary

Day : 1 Arusha – Nale Moru Village – First Cave

After breakfast, at 9am, meet the climbing team (guides, porters) and transfer to Marangu Gate (120km) reaching an altitude of 1600masl. After permit formalities, transfer (approximately 2 hours) to the Rongai trailhead. Meet your guide and porters before you begin your hike from the Nale Moru village. The small winding path crosses maize fields before entering pine forest, and then climbs gently through a forest. The trail is not at all steep, but is rather a gentle hike through beautiful country. The first night’s camp is at First Cave, at about 2,600 metres. There is a toilet and a wooden table with benches, but no hut. Water can be found just down the trail below First Cave.

 

Day : 2 First Cave – Second Cave – Kikelwa Cave

The trail continues up towards Kibo, passing Second Cave (3450m) en-route, and reaching Kikelwa Cave at about 3600 metres. The views start to open up and you begin to feel you’re on a really big mountain! Water is in the obvious stream below the cave, although you might have to wander downhill a way to find some. Overnight at 3rd Cave camp (Kikelwa Caves)

 

Day : 3 Kikelwa Caves – Mawenzi

A short but steep climb up grassy slopes offers superb views of this wilderness area. The vegetation zone ends shortly before you reach your next camp at Mawenzi Tarn spectacularly situated beneath the towering spires of Mawenzi.

Spend the afternoon acclimatizing and exploring the area.

 

Day : 4 Mawenzi – Kibo

Continue ascending on the east side of Kibo crossing the saddle between Mawenzi and Kibo taking 4 to 5 hours to reach Kibo Hut. The remainder of the day is spent resting in preparation for the final ascent, which begins around midnight. Overnight at Kibo Camp.

 

Day : 5 Kibo – Hans Meyer Cave – Gillman’s Point – Uhuru Peak – Horombo Hut

You will rise around 23h30, and after some tea and biscuits you shuffle off into the night. This is where the going really gets tough. The first section of the trail consists of a rocky path to the Hans Meyer Cave (5150m), also a good resting spot. The path then zigzags up to Gillman’s point (5 681m), which is located on the crater rim. This section is very steep with a lot of stone scree, requiring a great physical and mental effort. This is probably the most demanding section of the entire route. Do the Kili shuffle and move slowly.

From Gillman’s Point, you will normally encounter snow all the way up to Uhuru peak (5895m), the highest point in Africa. Total exhilaration and satisfaction – you made it. Weather conditions on the summit will determine how long you can spend, taking photographs, before the 3-hour descent back to Kibo hut.
After a short rest, you gather all your gear for the ascent and head down to Horombo hut (3 hours) where you will overnight. The return to Horombo hut will seem surprisingly fast compared to the ascent. The total time spent walking on this day is around 14 hours, so be prepared for a very tough day. Later in the evening, you enjoy your last dinner (with soft drinks and beer for sale at the camp office) on the mountain and well-earned sleep, filled with memories and stirring emotions.

 

Day : 6 Horombo Hut – Marangu Gate

After breakfast, at 7am, with box lunch, take a walk down to Marangu gate.

 

Included

  • Trekking tour according to the itinerary
  • Accommodation in tents as indicated in the itinerary
  • Professional English-speaking guide
  • Personal porter
  • Meals as indicated in the itinerary
  • Drinking Water
  • Portable toilet and toilet tent
  • Transfers as indicated in the itinerary
  • National park fees
  • Rescue fees
  • Camping equipment – tents, sleeping mattress and camping furniture

Excluded

  • Flights (international and domestic)
  • Accommodation in Arusha on arrival & departure.
  • Meals not indicated in the itinerary
  • Beverages other than water (alcohol and soft drinks)
  • Visa, tips, personal expenses, travel insurance
  • Sleeping bag (can be rented, please ask us at the time of the booking)

Price

Starting from USD $2165

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2

USD 4330

3

USD 6495

4

USD 8660

5

USD 10825

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