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Rongai is the only route starting on the northern slope of Kilimanjaro. Though this part of the Mountain is rarely visited by hikers, it is not less interesting than the popular southern and western slopes. We recommend Rongai to all those who like reclusive hiking experiences. Getting to the trailhead – Nalemuru Gate – usually takes 3-4 hours from Moshi.
Rongai is also the only route that passes by Mawenzi, one of the three volcanic cones of Kilimanjaro and the third highest peak in Africa. The way back lies through Marangu, and thus you will be able to see both sides of the mountain. Though six and seven-day programs are available, a longer option is recommended for better acclimatization transition.
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Itineraries
DAY 1
Trekking from Nalemuru Gate to Simba Camp
A guide and a mountain support crew will arrive at the hotel in the morning in order to meet you and hold a quick briefing, after which you will travel by vehicle to Kilimanjaro National Park’s northern entrance: Nalemuru Gate (2,020 m). After the quick formality of acquiring climbing permits and registering with the search and rescue service, the group will start trekking up to Simba Camp (2,625 m). Your trek this day will be moderate and take you through coniferous forest up Kilimanjaro’s northern slope. Remember not to hurry and always keep a comfortable pace. By the time you reach the camp, our professional mountain crew will prepare everything necessary, put tents and cook dinner for you.
This will be your first day at this altitude, so it is strongly recommended you heed the following instructions from this point on:
- Abstain from consuming alcohol and caffeine
- Drink over 4 liters of bottled water daily (little by little, frequently)
- Take a Diamox pill to help alleviate symptoms of altitude sickness. Most mountain climbers take Diamox in the morning, before they start their ascent, in order to reduce discomfort associated with altitude sickness. We recommend you consult your doctor prior to the trip in case of potential allergies.
At night you may experience discomfort associated with acclimatization to the high altitude: because of a reduction in your waking breathing pattern, your body gets less oxygen than during the day. Taking altitude into account, you may therefore start feeling sick and have a headache. Pay attention to your own body and tell your guide if you start feeling any symptoms of altitude sickness.
- ELEVATION: 2,020 m to 2,625 m
- HIKING TIME : 3-4 hours
- DISTANCE: 8 km
- DIFFICULTY: Low
- HABITAT: Rainforest
DAY 2
Trekking from Simba Camp to Kikilewa Camp
DAY 3
Trekking from Kikilewa Camp to Mawenzi Tarn Camp
Day 4
Trekking from Mawenzi Tarn Camp to School Hut Camp
DAY 5
Trekking to Uhuru Peak and Descent to Horombo Camp
DAY 6
Day 6 | Descent from Horombo Camp to Marangu Gate
- Park fees,
- camping fee,
- rescue fees,
- crew salary,
- professional English speaking mountain guide,
- cook and porters,
- camping equipment,
- 3 meals a day during trekking,
- unlimited drinking water,
- transport from your accommodation on Moshi to the starting point and back after the trekking,
- briefings and equipment inspections,
- Airport pick-up and drop-off.
- Tipping for the crew,
- accommodation before and after the trek,
- personal trekking gear,
- things of a personal nature,
- alcohol
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