8 Days Mt Kilimanjaro Climbing Via Rongai Route
Via Rongai Route (Wilderness Route)
Forge your path through untouched wilderness, from foothills and alpine moorland to majestic glaciers and unforgettable summit triumph.
DAY 1 – Arrival in Tanzania
Touch down at Kilimanjaro International Airport, where a warm welcome awaits. Relax, dine and recharge at Airport Planet Lodge—the calm before the climb.
- Private airport pickup
- Welcome dinner and overnight at Airport Planet Lodge
DAY 2 – Rongai Gate to First Cave
We drive 90 minutes to Rongai Gate and begin our ascent through farmland and forest to First Cave Camp. This stage hints at the wilderness ahead.
- Registration and gear check
- Overnight at First Cave (Dinner and breakfast)
DAY 3 – First Cave to Kikelewa Camp
After breakfast we trek through rainforest into moorland, stopping at Second Cave before continuing to Kikelewa Camp—your first night above 3,600 m.
- Overnight at Kikelewa Camp (Dinner and breakfast)
DAY 4 – Kikelewa to Mawenzi Tarn
We begin the steep climb to Mawenzi Tarn Camp, nestled beneath the towering Mawenzi Peak. Afternoon is reserved for acclimatization and mirror-glass reflections in the tarn.
- Overnight at Mawenzi Tarn (Dinner and breakfast)
DAY 5 – Acclimatization at Mawenzi Tarn
A restful day rich with gentle hikes into alpine vistas. Take in panoramic views and build strength for the days ahead.
- Second night at Mawenzi Tarn (Dinner and breakfast)
DAY 6 – Mawenzi Tarn to Kibo Hut
Cross the dramatic ‘Saddle’—a moon-like expanse between peaks—on our way to Kibo Hut. We rest, ready our gear, and sleep early before summit night.
- Overnight at Kibo Hut (Dinner and breakfast)
DAY 7 – Summit to Horombo Hut
A midnight start takes us past Gilman’s Point and to Uhuru Peak (5,895 m) by sunrise. After summit celebrations, we descend to Horombo Hut for a well-earned rest.
- Overnight at Horombo Hut (Dinner and breakfast)
DAY 8 – Horombo to Marangu Gate & Departure
Our final leg takes us down through forest to Marangu Gate for certification celebrations. We then return to the lodge or airport, wrapping up an epic high-altitude adventure.
Pricing
| Group Size | Rate per Person |
|---|---|
| Solo Trekker | $6,970 USD |
| 2–12 Trekkers | $6,250 USD |
Inclusions
- Park, camping and rescue fees
- All meals, bottled water and snacks
- Transfers (airport, lodge, trailhead)
- Campsite and hut accommodations
- Licensed trekking crew, cook and porters
Exclusions
- Visas, personal items and gear rental ($10–15 each)
- Travel insurance (required)
Total trek distance: approx. 70 km / 44 miles
