Duration
7-Day
Accra, Tanzania
7-Day Rongai Route the Quiet Side of Kilimanjaro
Overview
The Rongai Route offers a unique adventure, approaching Mount Kilimanjaro from the north near the Kenyan border. Known for its quiet trails and pristine wilderness, it's perfect for trekkers seeking solitude and stunning views. Ideal during the rainy season, this 6-7 day trek provides a remote and rewarding climb through untouched landscapes, joining the Marangu Route at Kibo Camp before descending. A moderately challenging and unforgettable journey!
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Quick Facts
Route
Moshi to Moshi
Via Mt Kilimanjaro
Country & park
Tanzania
Style
Safari
Group size
1-12 travelers
Starts
Any day if available
Minimum age
18 years
Activities
Getting around: normal 4x4 vehicle
Accommodation
Simba Camp (Kilimanjaro) Budget camping near Mt Kilimanjaro – Lunch & Dinner Included - Budget camping near Mt Kilimanjaro – Lunch & Dinner Included
Meals
Lunch & Dinner Included; All Meals Included
Pickup
Airport transfer included
Booking
Request quote
Currency
USD
Rates
Rates Per Person
USD
Start datesSingle2+ people
Jan 1, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026
n/a* USD
$1,755 USD
Jan 1, 2027 - Dec 31, 2027
n/a* USD
$1,755 USD
Before booking
Important To Know
This tour is not available to solo travelers.
Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
This tour is offered in US dollars (USD).
This tour is unavailable for children.
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Route
country
Tanzania
Start
Moshi (Day 1)
Day 1-7
Mt Kilimanjaro
End
Moshi (Day 7)
Tour Features
Budget tour
This budget tour includes mountain huts and camping.
Private tour
This tour will be organized exclusively for you. However, wildlife viewing activities are run by the lodges/camps and will be shared with others.
Can start any day
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Can be customized
You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour.
Not for solo travelers
Solo travelers cannot book this private tour.
18
Minimum age of 18 years
The minimum age for this tour is 18 years.
Activities & Transportation
Getting around: normal 4x4 vehicle
Book your own international flights when using this operator
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Accommodation & Meals
Day 1
Simba Camp (Kilimanjaro) Budget camping near Mt Kilimanjaro – Lunch & Dinner Included
Budget camping near Mt Kilimanjaro – Lunch & Dinner Included
Lunch & Dinner Included
Day 2
Second Cave Camp Budget camping on Mt Kilimanjaro – All Meals Included
Budget camping on Mt Kilimanjaro – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 3
Kikilewa Camp Budget camping on Mt Kilimanjaro – All Meals Included
Budget camping on Mt Kilimanjaro – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 4
Mawenzi Tarn Camp Budget camping on Mt Kilimanjaro – All Meals Included
Budget camping on Mt Kilimanjaro – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 5
Kibo Hut Budget mountain hut on Mt Kilimanjaro – All Meals Included +2 Photos
Budget mountain hut on Mt Kilimanjaro – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 6
Horombo Hut Budget mountain hut on Mt Kilimanjaro – All Meals Included +8 Photos +7 Photos
Budget mountain hut on Mt Kilimanjaro – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 7
End of tour
(No accommodation)
All Meals Included
Day By Day
Tour step
Arrival
You'll be collected from the airport. Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.
Day 1
Rongai Gate to Simba camp
This morning we will drive to the village of Nale Moru for the starting point of the Rongai route. The first stage of the trek is through farmland and pine forests. You may have chance to see the beautiful Colobus monkeys or if you’re lucky enough, elephants or buffalos en route. Our first camp will be the Simba Camp located at the edge of the moorland zone at 2625m. Distance covered: 8km / 5mi Approx. time taken: 4 – 5 hours Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included. Near Mt Kilimanjaro Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Mount Kilimanjaro Stay: Budget camping Near Mt Kilimanjaro Meals: Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 2
Simba Camp (2625m) to 2nd Cave Camp (3480m)
The morning hike is a steady ascent up to the Second Cave Camp located in the moorland zone with superb views of Kibo and the Eastern ice fields on the crater rim. Distance covered: 5km / 3.1mi Approx. time taken: 3 – 4 hours Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included. on Mt Kilimanjaro All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Mount Kilimanjaro Stay: Budget camping on Mt Kilimanjaro Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 3
2nd Cave Camp (3480m) to Kikelewa Camp (3630m)
Leaving the pine forest behind us carry on with a steady ascent walking though moorland. There are superb views of the Eastern ice fields on the crater rim of Kibo, the highest of the three volcanoes which form the mountain. We will leave the main trail and strike out across moorland on a smaller path towards the jagged peaks of Mawenzi, the second of Kilimanjaro’s volcanoes. We will set up camp today in the sheltered valley near Kikelewa caves at 3630m Distance covered: 5km / 3.1mi Approx. time taken: 3 – 4 hrs Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included. on Mt Kilimanjaro All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Mount Kilimanjaro Stay: Budget camping on Mt Kilimanjaro Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 4
Kikelewa Camp (3630m) to Mawenzi Tarn Hut (4310m)
This morning we have a short but steep ascent up grassy slopes which is rewarded by a superb view of the Kenyan plains to the north. We leave vegetation behind shortly before reaching our next camp at Mawenzi Tarn Hut directly below the towering cliffs of Mawenzi. This afternoon you have chance to rest or explore the surrounding area to aid acclimatization. Distance covered: 8km / 5mi Approx. time taken: 4 – 5 hours Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included. on Mt Kilimanjaro All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Mount Kilimanjaro Stay: Budget camping on Mt Kilimanjaro Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 5
Mawenzi Tarn Hut (4310m) to Kibo Hut (4700m)
We leave our campsite and cross the lunar desert of the ‘saddle’ between Mawenzi and Kibo After a couple hours trekking, reach this spectacular place, with the summit of Kilimanjaro in the background and our trail to the high camp stretched out before our eyes. Upon reaching our camp the remainder of the day will be spent resting in preparation of the final ascent after a very early night! Distance covered: 8km / 5mi Approx. time taken: 5 – 6 hours Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included. Budget mountain hut located on Mt Kilimanjaro All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Mount Kilimanjaro Stay: Kibo Hut Budget mountain hut located on Mt Kilimanjaro Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 6
Kibo Hut (4700m) to Uhuru Peak(5895m) & down to Horombo Hut (3700m)
Today is “The Big Day” – the summit stage. You will begin your final ascent around midnight which will be long and strenuous. Passing the Hans Meyer Cave at 5220m, the climb slowly but surely goes upwards. At sunrise, you will reach Gillman’s Point (5681m) – the crater rim of Kilimanjaro – where the sun will slowly start to warm up the land. You will have soon forgotten the cold of the night and after a further hike of 1 – 2 hours, you will reach Uhuru Peak at 5895m. On your return to Kibo Hut, a warm meal awaits you followed by a 1 – 2 hour break before proceeding back down to Horombo Hut. Distance covered: 22km / 13.7mi Approx. time taken: 12 – 15 hours Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included. Budget mountain hut located on Mt Kilimanjaro All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Mount Kilimanjaro Stay: Horombo Hut Budget mountain hut located on Mt Kilimanjaro Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 7
Horombo Hut (3700m) to Marangu Gate (1860m)
The last stage passes through the heath and moor zone to the Mandara Hut (2700m) where a warm lunch is waiting for you. Soon, you will once again pass the tropical rainforest and after a total time of 6 hours trekking, you will be back at the Kilimanjaro National Park Gate (1860m). After saying goodbye to your mountain guides, a short transfer follows to take you back to your hotel in Moshi. Once there, you can take a warm and relaxing shower and celebrate your success in reaching the summit of the Kilimanjaro. Distance covered: 20.8km / 12.9mi Approx. time taken: 8 hours/span>. All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Mount Kilimanjaro Stay: No accommodation (End of tour) Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Tour step
End of tour
Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost. You'll be dropped off at the airport.
Included
Porterage
Rescue fee
Park fees (For non-residents)
All activities (Unless labeled as optional)
All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)
A professional driver/guide
All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)
All Taxes/VAT
Roundtrip airport transfer
Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
Drinking water (On all days)
Excluded
Climbing gear
International flights (From/to home)
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
Tips (Tipping guideline US$15.00 pp per day)
Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Getting There
This tour starts and ends in Moshi
Book your own international flights when using this operator
Fly to/from Kilimanjaro Airport (JRO - Check price) near Moshi
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
Offered by
Kisaza Tours
5.0 operator rating
38 reviews
Kisaza Tours is a tour operator and destination management company that prides itself in providing the ultimate and personalized service for special tailor-made African travel experience. We ensure that your journey includes the finest hotels / lodges or tented camps that suits your needs and budget always. We are owner run and backed by multi language guides and a network of trusted establishments, safari operators and transport companies.
Office In
Tanzania
Size
10-20 employees (Founded in 2021)
Tour Types
Custom budget & mid-range tours that can start every day
Destinations
Tanzania
Practical answers
Tour FAQs
Are rates charged per person?
Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
Which currency is this tour priced in?
This tour is offered in US dollars (USD).
Can children join this tour?
This tour is unavailable for children.
Can this tour start on my preferred date?
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Can the itinerary be customized?
You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour.
Where do travelers stay during this tour?
Simba Camp (Kilimanjaro) Budget camping near Mt Kilimanjaro – Lunch & Dinner Included - Budget camping near Mt Kilimanjaro – Lunch & Dinner Included. Meals: Lunch & Dinner Included
Where does this tour start and end?
This tour starts and ends in Moshi
Are airport transfers included?
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Operator policy
Terms and Conditions
Disclaimer
This tour is offered by Kisaza Tours, not SafariBookings.
This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings.
If you request changes to this tour, the advertised rates will likely change.
The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability.
If an accommodation is fully booked, the operator will suggest a comparable alternative.
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