6 days Kilimanjaro climbing via Rongai route

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1 – Arrival in Moshi / Arusha Arrive in Moshi or Arusha. Transfer to hotel. Pre-climb briefing, gear check, and preparation. Meals: Dinner Accommodation: Hotel in Moshi/ArushaDay 2 – Rongai Gate to Simba Camp Drive to Rongai Gate. Hike through farmland and rainforest to Simba Camp (2,700 m). Gentle to moderate ascent. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Accommodation: Tented camp at SimbaDay 3 – Simba Camp to Kikelewa Camp Ascend through heath and moorland terrain, enjoying views of Kilimanjaro’s northern glaciers. Arrive at Kikelewa Camp (3,600 m) for overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Accommodation: Tented camp at KikelewaDay 4 – Kikelewa Camp to Mawenzi Tarn Camp Hike across alpine desert and rocky landscapes to Mawenzi Tarn Camp (4,300 m). Afternoon rest to acclimatize. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Accommodation: Tented camp at Mawenzi TarnDay 5 – Mawenzi Tarn Camp to Kibo Camp Hike through alpine terrain to Kibo Camp (4,700 m). Prepare for summit attempt with early rest. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Accommodation: Tented camp at KiboDay 6 – Summit Uhuru Peak & Descend to Rongai Gate Early morning start (~midnight) to climb Uhuru Peak (5,895 m). Watch sunrise over the crater rim. Descend through Kibo and alpine zones back to Rongai Gate. Transfer to Moshi/Arusha hotel or departure. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch Accommodation: Hotel in Moshi/Arusha or departureTour Includes Kilimanjaro National Park fees and camping fees Professional guides and porters Accommodation in tents along the route Meals as indicated (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner) Bottled water and snacks during hikes Transfers from/to Moshi or Arusha Summit certificateTour Excludes International flights Visa fees Travel insurance Personal expenses Tips for guides and porters Equipment rental (optional gear like sleeping bags, trekking poles)