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6 Days rongai Route
Kilimanjaro Radar
Loitokitok Route

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The rongai route also known as loitoktok route is the trail the approaches the mountain from the north side, close to the Kenyan border. The route is still getting popular so it is less crowded compared to the southern routes. Hiking here can be done all throughout the year as the area receives less precipitation even during rainy season.


Summary: 6 Days Group Join Kilimanjaro Rongai Route

Duration 06 days
Price $1850 - $2100
Success Rate 90% - 95%
Population High Traffic
Acclimatization - Mawenzi (tarn)
Tour Type Climbing, Acclimatize, & Group

About Rongai Route - Kilimanjaro 6 Days Group Join Tour

6 Days Loitokitok Rongai Route - Kilimanjaro Radar

Rongai Route - Kilimanjaro

The rongai route also known as loitoktok route is the trail the approaches the mountain from the north side, close to the Kenyan border. The route is still getting popular so it is less crowded compared to the southern routes. Hiking here can be done all throughout the year as the area receives less precipitation even during rainy season.

Acclimatization is done at mawenzi tarn for those hiking for seven days, which is highly recommended as there is less ‘climb high, sleep low’ option. Despite the fact that the route scenery is not as varied compared to other routes, rongai makes up for this by moving through wild area for almost the entire trail.

The route does not offer huts and the camps are less frequented but they have all the crucial facilities and a rangers hut. After reaching the summit descent is done through marangu route, which can be an upside as you get the Mount Kilimanjaro view from both sides. .


  • Day-To-Day - 6 Days Kilimanjaro Group Join Rongai Route

    The Rongai route is one of the 6 published and popular routes and considered as the most scenic route in mt:Kilimanjaro for hiking and successiful summit with higher rate. The Rongai route is longer enough to complete, which allows for better accllimatization to the high altitude, increasing the chances of reaching the summit successfully. From day-to-day first to last day, particularly to 6 days package; Day 1: at Moshi-Nale_Moru-Simba Camp, Day 2: at Simba Camp-Second Cave, Day 3: at Second Cave-Third Cave, Day 4: at Third Cave Kibo Hut, Day 5: Kibo Hut-Summit-Horombo Hut, Day 6: Horombo Hut-Marangu Gate. In terms of success rate, the Rongai route has a higher success rate ranging 70% - 95% (6-day - 90s%) compared to other routes on Kilimanjaro again due to its longer duration and better acclimatization profile.

  • Highlights - 6 Days Rongai Route Kilimanjaro Group Join

    • Arrival from Kilimanjaro/Arusha Airport – Moshi
    • Day 1.Moshi - Rongai Route(Nale Moru) - Simba Camp
    • Day 2.Simba Camp – Second Cave
    • Day 3.Second Cave - Third Cave
    • Day 4.Third Cave - Kibo Hut
    • Day 5.Kibo Hut - Summit Uhuru Peak - Horombo Hut
    • Day 6.Horombo Hut - Marangu Gate - Moshi
    • Day of Departure: From Hotel to Airport
  • INCLUSIVES & EXCLUSIVES FOR THE 6 DAYS KILIMANJARO RONGAI ROUTE GROUP JOIN
    6-Day Kilimanjaro Rongai Group Join

    INCLUSIVES IN PRICE


    • Entry Park Fees
    • Experienced Professional Tour guide
    • All taxes
    • Gate transfer
    • Crew Wages
    • Cook and Porters
    • 3 Meals While on Mountain
    • Camping facelities
    • Airport pick-up & Drop up

    EXCLUSIVES IN PRICE


    • Local and International flights
    • Tips to Guide, Cook and Porters.
    • Mountain Climbing Gears
    • Medical insurance
    • Visa
    • Itinerary For 6 Days Group Join Kilimanjaro Rongai Route



      Arrival from Airport – Moshi

      After arrival at Kilimanjaro/Arusha airport you will meet your Tanzania Safari Radar driver-guide waiting for you with a smile; relax and enjoy your drive as you’re transferred to the hotel in Moshi. Get some rest as you prepare yourself for an amazing adventure of 6 days rongai route Kilimanjaro climbing.

      Accommodation: (OPTIONAL)

      Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
      • Overnight stay – Moshi Town
      • BUDGET HOTEL
      • Kilimanjaro White House Hotel
      • Key's Lodge
      • MID-RANGE LODGE
      • Dual Mountain View Lodge | Chanya Lodge
      • LUXURY HOTEL
      • Pick Flamingo | Kilimanjaro Wonders
    • Day 1:Moshi - Rongai Route(Nale Moru) - Simba Camp
      6-Day Kilimanjaro Rongai Group Join

      The hike will begin with a 50 minute drive to machame gate and after all formalities are done we will transfer to umbwe gate passing through coffee and banana plantations. The strenuous and long hike will follow passing through the rainforest and onto a mountain ridge.


      • plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
      • Overnight stay – Simba Camp
      • Elevation: 2000m/6560ft to 2650m/8700ft
      • Distance: 6km/4mi
      • Hiking time: 3-4 hours
      • Habitat: Montane Forest
    • DAY 2: Simba Camp – Second Cave
      6-Day Kilimanjaro Rongai Group Join

      Start our hike after breakfast and mount to the second cave with an incredible view of kibo and eastern ice fields on the crater rim, after lunch we will rest in the camp or opt to explore the surrounding area for acclimatization factor.


        Accommodation:
      • Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
      • Overnight stay –Second Cave
      • Elevation: 2650m/8700ft to 3450m/11,300ft
      • Distance: 6km/4mi
      • Habitat: Moorland
      • Walking Time: 3-4 hours
    • Day 03: Second Cave - Third Cave
      6-Day Kilimanjaro Rongai Group Join

      On this day we proceed with hiking to the third cave, passing along the semi desert terrain. This trekking allows you to get closer to the eastern ice fields, and their magnificent beauty. Pay close attention to any discomfort in your body and inform your guide for any signs of altitude sickness


        Accommodation:
      • Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
      • Overnight stay – Barranco Camp
      • Elevation: 3450m/11,300ft to 3880m/12,700ft
      • Habitat: Semi Desert
      • Distance: 9km/5mi
      • Walking Time: 2-3 hours
    • Day 04: Third Cave - Kibo Hut
      6-Day Kilimanjaro Rongai Group Join

      We’ll begin our gradual climb to kibo hut and along the way we’ll join the marangu route and proceed with it to the summit. Good preparation is mandatory; make sure your clothes, camera and headlamp is ready before going to bed. After reaching kibo, dinner will be served early and prepare for the summit climb which will start at 02:00am.


        Accommodation:
      • Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
      • Overnight stay – BARAFU CAMP
      • Elevation: 3880m/12,700ft to 4750m/15,600ft
      • Distance: 5km/3mi
      • Hiking Time: 3-4 hours
      • Habitat: Alpine Desert
    • Day 05: Kibo Hut - Summit Uhuru Peak - Horombo Hut
      6-Day Kilimanjaro Rongai Group Join

      Around 2:00 am you will be woken up for an early hike to the summit. Hot tea will be served with some snacks and a strenuous hike to the uhuru peak will begin. We will trek on the steep and snowy trail up to Gilman’s point and keep heading to uhuru peak; the highest peak in Africa. After reaching the peak, take some pictures and savor your victory and after that start your descent. We’ll have lunch at kibo and after that head to horombo for dinner and a night rest. The last part of climbing Mount Kilimanjaro can be a bit challenging so make sure you are well covered, as the weather will be very cold, pay attention to your guide and do not rush.


        Accommodation:
      • Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
      • Overnight stay – Horombo Hut
      • Kibo Hut to Uhuru Peak
      • Elevation: 15,430ft -19,341ft
      • Distance: 6 km/4 miles
      • Hiking Time: 6-8 hours
      • Habitat: Arctic
      • Uhuru Peak to Horombo Hut
      • Elevation: 19,341ft - 12,250ft
      • Distance: 16 km/10 miles
      • Hiking Time: 4-5 hours
      • Habitat: Heath
    • Day 06: Horombo Hut - Marangu Gate - Moshi
      6-Day Kilimanjaro Rangai Group Join

      We’ll depart from horombo and start our descent through moorland to mandara hut. Proceed descending through the lush green forest to marangu gate a vehicle will meet you and take you back to your hotel in moshi. The lower parts of the mountain can be wet and slippery so trekking poles and gaiters will be helpful.


        Accommodation:

      • Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
      • Overnight stay – Option
      • BUDGET LODGES
        Kilimanjaro White House Hotel 
      • MID-RANGE LODGES
        Kilimanjaro White House Hotel 
      • LUXURY LODGES
        Pick Flamingo | Kilimanjaro Wonders 
      • Elevation: 12,205ft to 6,046ft
      • Time to be used: 5 - 7hrs
      • Distance Covered: 18km down
      • Habitat: Rain Forest