7 days Kilimanjaro climbing Rongai Route

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1 – Arrival in Moshi / Arusha Arrive in Moshi or Arusha and transfer to your 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. Begin hike through lush forest and farmland to Simba Camp (2,700 m). Moderate difficulty, gentle ascent. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Accommodation: Tented camp at Simba CampDay 3 – Simba Camp to Kikelewa Camp Hike through heath and moorland terrain, with views of Kilimanjaro’s northern glaciers. Reach Kikelewa Camp (3,600 m) for overnight rest. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Accommodation: Tented camp at Kikelewa CampDay 4 – Kikelewa Camp to Mawenzi Tarn Camp Ascend through alpine desert and rocky landscapes to Mawenzi Tarn Camp (4,300 m). This camp is a perfect acclimatization stop before the summit. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Accommodation: Tented camp at Mawenzi TarnDay 5 – Mawenzi Tarn Camp to Kibo Camp Hike toward Kibo Camp (4,700 m). Rest during the afternoon and prepare for summit night. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Accommodation: Tented camp at KiboDay 6 – Summit Uhuru Peak & Descend to Horombo Camp Early morning start (~midnight) to reach Uhuru Peak (5,895 m) for sunrise. Descend to Horombo Camp (3,700 m) for rest and overnight stay. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Accommodation: Tented camp at HoromboDay 7 – Horombo Camp to Rongai Gate & Return to Moshi Final descent through alpine terrain to Rongai Gate. Receive your summit certificate and transfer back to hotel in Moshi/Arusha for rest or departure. Meals: Breakfast 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)