Rongai Route

From Nalemuru Gate to Sikimba Camp The guide and mountain support crew will arrive at the hotel in the morning to meet you and provide a brief briefing after which you will travel by vehicle to the northern entrance of Kilimanjaro National Park: Nalemuru Gate (2020m).

After brief formalities of obtaining a climbing permit and registration with the search and rescue service the group began the climb to Simba Camp (2625 m). Your daily hike will be moderate and will take you through coniferous forest to the northern slopes of Kilimanjaro.

Remember not to rush and always maintain a comfortable pace. When you arrive at the campsite our professional mountain team will prepare everything you need set up the tent and cook dinner.

As this will be your first day at altitude it is highly recommended that you follow these instructions from now on: Avoid alcohol and caffeine consumption Drink more than 4 liters of bottled water per day (little by little) Take Diamox tablets for altitude sickness to help relieve symptoms .

Most climbers use Diamox in the morning before starting the climb. Reduces discomfort associated with altitude sickness. We recommend that you consult your doctor before traveling if there is a possibility of allergies.

At night you may experience discomfort associated with altitude adjustment: your body receives less oxygen than during the day due to reduced breathing patterns upon waking. The altitude may make you feel nauseous and cause headaches. Pay attention to your body and tell your guide if you start to experience symptoms of altitude sickness.

Change in Elevation:

• Nalemuru Gate (2,020 m)
• Simba Camp (2,625 m)
• Hiking distance: 8 km
• Hiking time: 3 to 4 hours

After an early breakfast the group will start the trek from Simba Camp to your second highest camp: Kikilewa Camp (3630 m) where you can see Kibo Volcano at its best (except in cloudy weather). This trek is physically more difficult than the previous trek so complete rest is advised after reaching the camp.

Change in Elevation:

• Simba Camp (2,625 m)
• Kikilewa Camp (3,630 m)
• Hiking distance: 10 km
• Hiking time: 5 to 6 hours

Wake up early for breakfast and start the trek to Mawenzi Tam Camp located at the base of Kilimanjaros second Mawenzi volcano. When you reach the camp you will have lunch and rest for two hours followed by an acclimatized hike to the 200m high Mawenzi Volcano and then walk to Mawenzi Tarn Camp where you will have dinner.

Note. An acclimatization hike is an easy hike with a slight elevation gain to speed up the acclimatization process. Help increase your chances of successfully climbing Kilimanjaro and protect yourself from the effects of altitude sickness.

Trekking from Kikilewa Camp to Mawenzi Tarn Camp.

Change in Elevation:

• Kikilewa Camp (3,630 m)
• Mawenzi Tarn Camp (4,310 m)
• Hiking distance: 6 km
• Hiking time: 4 to 5 hours

Change in Elevation:

• Mawenzi Tarn Camp (4,310 m)
• Destination point en route to Mawenzi Volcano (4,510 m)
• Hiking distance: 2 km
• Hiking time: 1 to 2 hours

Today we will walk to School Hot Camp (4715m). The landscape will change significantly and will be replaced by a rocky semi-desert. Remember to maintain momentum to maintain strength on the way to the summit of Kilimanjaro. Once you reach the camp we advise you to sleep well avoid strenuous activities and drink water as much as possible because that night you will be climbing Uhuru Peak (5895m).

Change in Elevation:

• Mawenzi Tarn Camp (4,310 m)
• School Hut Camp (4,715 m)
• Hiking distance: 9 km
• Hiking time: 5 to 6 hours

Evening departure from School Hut Camp (4715m) and start of your climb to the summit of Kilimanjaro: Uhuru Peak (5895m). From a physical point of view the climb is moderate but the altitude creates many serious problems.

During the trip each climber will be accompanied by their own guides who will advise on your mental strength. After successfully climbing Uhuru Peak you can descend to the nearby glacier if you wish. You will then return to Kibo Camp and descend to Horombo Camp (3720m)

Note: Don’t forget that 90% of all accidents occur during the descent, including all broken arms and legs. Please pay attention to your feet as the risk of nail weakening is high.

Change in Elevation:

• School Hut Camp (4,715 m)
• Uhuru Peak (5,895 m)
• Horombo Camp (3,720 m)
• Hiking distance: 21 km
• Hiking time: 12 to 14 hours

In the morning you will enjoy a hot breakfast before we depart from Kilimanjaro National Park: Marangu Gate (1860m). After you descend the mountain the whole team will gather to welcome you and you will have the opportunity to share your thoughts about the trip in the guest book. Finally we will issue you a commemorative certificate (at our office) and return you to your hotel.

• Horombo Camp (3,720 m)
• Marangu Gate (1,860 m)
• Hiking distance: 18 km
• Hiking time: 5 to 6 hours