6-Day Rongai Climb

Tour Overview

The Rongai Route is the only Kilimanjaro route that approaches the mountain from the remote northern side, near the Kenyan border. Known for its gentle slopes, quieter trails, and wilderness feel, this 6-day itinerary is perfect for climbers who want a less crowded experience while maintaining a strong chance of reaching the summit.

The route descends via the Marangu trail, giving you varied landscapes and comfortable hut facilities on the way down. With Uisso Adventures, you climb with experienced local guides who prioritize safety, pacing, and unforgettable moments.

This Tour Is Best For

  • Climbers seeking fewer crowds

  • First-time trekkers wanting a steady ascent

  • Adventurers climbing in the dry season

  • Travelers who value solitude and nature

  • Small groups and solo climbers

Quick Facts

  • Mountain: Mount Kilimanjaro
  • Route: Rongai Route
  • Duration: 6 Days / 5 Nights on the mountain
  • Highest Point: Uhuru Peak – 5,895m
  • Accommodation: Camping + mountain huts
  • Start/End: Moshi / Arusha

Why Rongai 7 Day Climb

Quiet & Remote Trails

One of the least crowded routes on Kilimanjaro.

Gradual climbs reduce fatigue and make it suitable for steady-paced trekkers.

Drier conditions compared to southern routes during certain months.

Farmland, pine forest, moorland, alpine desert, and summit glaciers.

Detailed Itinerary

Day 0: Arrival – Moshi Town

Arrive in Tanzania and meet the Uisso Adventures team. Transfer from Kilimanjaro International Airport to your hotel in Moshi for overnight rest, briefing, and equipment check.

Accommodation: Hotel in Moshi
Meals: Dinner (depending on arrival time)

After breakfast, drive to Marangu Gate for registration, then continue by road to Nale Moru, the starting point of the Rongai Route. The trek begins with a gentle walk through farmland and pine forest, home to diverse wildlife, before reaching your first camp on the edge of the moorland zone.

  • Distance: 7 km | Time: ~4 hrs

  • Accommodation: Camping

  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

The trail climbs steadily toward Kibo, passing Second Cave (3,450m). As the vegetation thins, panoramic views open up and the scale of the mountain becomes clear. Overnight near Kikelwa Cave, close to a mountain stream.

  • Distance: 11 km | Time: 6–8 hrs

  • Accommodation: Camping

  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

A shorter but steeper climb leads through grassy slopes to Mawenzi Tarn, spectacularly set beneath the jagged spires of Mawenzi Peak. Spend the afternoon acclimatizing and exploring this dramatic high-altitude environment.

  • Distance: 6 km | Time: 4–5 hrs

  • Accommodation: Camping

  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Continue ascending on the eastern side of Kibo, crossing the saddle between Mawenzi and Kibo. Reach Kibo Hut after 4–5 hours and rest for the afternoon in preparation for the midnight summit attempt.

  • Distance: 6 km | Time: 4–5 hrs

  • Accommodation: Kibo Hut

  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Wake around 11:30 PM and begin the ascent under the stars. The climb passes Hans Meyer Cave (5,150m) before the steep zigzags to Gillman’s Point on the crater rim. From here, snow often lines the trail to Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa.

After celebration and photos, descend back to Kibo Hut for a short rest, then continue to Horombo Hut for overnight.

  • Walking Time: ~14 hrs

  • Distance: 6 km ascent / 21 km descent

  • Accommodation: Horombo Hut

  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After breakfast, descend through the rainforest past Mandara Hut to Marangu Gate. Sign out and receive your summit certificate—green for Gillman’s Point or gold for Uhuru Peak—before driving back to Moshi for a hot shower and celebrations.

  • Distance: ~20 km | Time: 5–7 hrs
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What's Included

  • Professional, certified mountain guides

  • Park fees & rescue fees

  • Hut accommodation on the mountain

  • Hotel accommodation before & after the trek

  • All meals on the mountain

  • Airport transfers

  • Porters and crew support

  • Drinking water on the mountain

  • Summit certificate

What's Not Included

  • International flights

  • Tanzania visa

  • Travel insurance

  • Personal trekking gear

  • Tips for guides and porters

  • Personal expenses (laundry, drinks, etc.)

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