Duration
7-Day
Accra, Tanzania
7-Day Climb Mount Kilimanjaro via Rongai Route
Overview
The Rongai route offers trekkers a more secluded and intimate experience for those seeking a quieter trekking adventure on Kilimanjaro. Rongai is the only route to approach Kilimanjaro from the north and the descent is via the Marangu Route. Summit night from Kibo Hut is steep and follows the same path taken by the Marangu route which passes Gilman's Point to Uhuru Peak.
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Quick Facts
Route
Arusha to Arusha
Via Mt Kilimanjaro
Country & park
Tanzania
Style
Safari
Group size
1-12 travelers
Starts
Any day if available
Minimum age
15 years
Activities
Getting around: hiking/walking
Accommodation
Simba Camp (Kilimanjaro) Budget camping near Mt Kilimanjaro – All Meals Included - Budget camping near Mt Kilimanjaro – All Meals Included
Meals
All Meals Included; Breakfast & Lunch Included
Pickup
Airport transfer included
Booking
Request quote
Currency
USD
Rates
Rates Per Person
USD
Start datesSingle2+ people
Jan 1, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026
$4,220 USD
$3,375 USD
Before booking
Important To Know
Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
This tour is offered in US dollars (USD).
This tour accepts children who are 15 years and older.
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Route
country
Tanzania
Start
Arusha (Day 1)
Day 1-7
Mt Kilimanjaro
End
Arusha (Day 7)
Tour Features
Budget tour
This budget tour includes mountain huts and camping.
Private tour
This tour will be organized exclusively for you and won't 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.
Suitable for solo travelers
Solo travelers can book this private tour.
15
Minimum age of 15 years
The minimum age for this tour is 15 years.
Activities & Transportation
Getting around: hiking/walking
This operator can select your international flights, but you'll have to book them yourself
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Accommodation & Meals
Day 1
Simba Camp (Kilimanjaro) Budget camping near Mt Kilimanjaro – All Meals Included
Budget camping near Mt Kilimanjaro – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 2
Kikilewa Camp Budget camping on Mt Kilimanjaro – All Meals Included
Budget camping on Mt Kilimanjaro – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 3-4
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)
Breakfast & Lunch 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 Trailhead to Simba Camp
Transfer from your hotel to Marangu Gate for registration and then a further transfer to the Rongai trailhead (approx. 21⁄2 hours). Our porters prepare and pack our supplies and luggage before we start our ascent through the village of Nale Moru. The small winding path crosses maize fields before climbing gently through a pine forest until we reach First Cave Camp at 2,600m altitude. • Transport: Private transfer (3 - 4 hours, 90 km) • Hiking time: 4 - 5 hours (8 km) • Ascent: 650 m • Max. altitude: 2600 m • Accommodation: Camping • Meals included: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner. Near Mt Kilimanjaro All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Mount Kilimanjaro Stay: Budget camping Near Mt Kilimanjaro Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 2
Simba Camp to Kikilewe Camp
The trail continues up towards Kibo, passing Second Cave (3450m) en-route, and reaching Kikelewa Caves at 3600m. From here the views start to open up and you will see for yourself how huge a mountain Kilimanjaro really is. The small shrubs of the moorland became thinner as you approve the Second Cave. Temperatures begin to drop. • Hiking time: 5 - 6 hours (6 km) • Ascent: 1000 m • Max. altitude: 3600 m • Accommodation: Camping • Meals included: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner. 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
Kikilewe Camp to Mawenzi Tarn
A short but steep climb up grassy slopes is rewarded by superb all-around views and a tangible sense of wilderness. We leave the vegetation behind shortly before reaching the next camp at Mawenzi Tarn (4330 m), spectacularly situated in a cirque directly beneath the towering spires of Mawenzi. The afternoon will be free to rest or explore the surrounding area as an aid to acclimatization. • Hiking time: 4 - 5 hours (5 km) • Ascent: 730 m • Max. altitude: 4330 m • Accommodation: Camping • Meals included: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner. 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
Acclimatization at Mawenzi Tarn
We will spend a full day at and around Mawenzi Tarn as part of the acclimatization process. There will be plenty to do, with several paths leading up the ridges and towers of Mawenzi, and our crew will help arrange short excursions to explore the area. • Max. altitude: 4330 m • Accommodation: Camping • Meals included: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner. 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 Turn to Kibo Camp
We cross the lunar desert of the 'Saddle' between Mawenzi and Kibo to reach Kibo Campsite (4750m) at the bottom of the Kibo crater wall. The remainder of the day is spent resting in preparation for the final ascent tomorrow. • Hiking time: 5 - 6 hours (8 km) • Ascent: 420 m • Max. altitude: 4750 m • Accommodation: Camping • Meals included: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner. 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 Camp to Uhuru Peak then down to Horombo Hut
You will be woken around 23:30 and after some tea and biscuits we will start our ascent. 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). We then zigzag up to Gilman's Point (5681m) on the crater rim. This section is very steep with much stone scree and is the most demanding section of the route. From Gilman's Point we could encounter snow all the way up to Uhuru Peak (5895m), the highest point in Africa. Weather conditions on the summit will determine how long we can spend taking photographs before we descend back to Kibo Campsite and then Horombo Hut where we will stay overnight. Later in the evening we enjoy our last dinner on the mountain and a well-earned sleep. • Hiking time: 13 - 14 hours (20 km) • Ascent: 1145 m • Descent: 2175 m • Max. altitude: 5895 m • Accommodation: Hut • Meals included: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner. 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 to Marangu Gate
After breakfast we continue our descent, passing Mandara Hut, down to the Marangu Gate. Transfer to your hotel for a well-earned shower and celebration. • Transport: Private transfer (1 hour, 40 km) • Hiking time: 6 - 7 hours (18 km) • Descent: 1740 m • Max. altitude: 3720 m • Meals included: Breakfast / Lunch • Accommodation: Hotel. Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Mount Kilimanjaro Stay: No accommodation (End of tour) Meals: Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not 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$10.00 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 Arusha
This operator can select your international flights, but you'll have to book them yourself
Fly to/from Kilimanjaro Airport (JRO - Check price) near Arusha. Or fly to/from Arusha Airport (ARK - Check price) via Dar es Salaam or Nairobi (Kenya)
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
Tansafari-Tours
5.0 operator rating
15 reviews
Tansafari Tours is a Tanzanian safari specialist, having decades of experience in tourism. With our name, we stand for superior quality in all areas – safaris, hotels, guides, cultural programs and the many little extras that make a Tanzania holiday so special. Our highly ex-perienced and motivated team is dedicated to support you with creating your individualized trip and take care, that nothing is left to be desired during your holiday. Let us fulfill your African dream! “We make people happy!
Office In
Tanzania
Size
10-20 employees (Founded in 2014)
Tour Types
Custom 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 accepts children who are 15 years and older.
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 – All Meals Included - Budget camping near Mt Kilimanjaro – All Meals Included. Meals: All Meals Included
Where does this tour start and end?
This tour starts and ends in Arusha
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 Tansafari-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.
This tour is subject to the terms & conditions of Tansafari-Tours .
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