Nalemoru Gate To Simba Camp
Mount Kilimanjaro - This morning we will drive to the village of NaleMuru for the starting point of the Rongai route. The first stage of the trek is through farmland and pine forests.
You may have chance to see the beautiful Colobus monkeys or if you’re lucky enough, elephants or buffalos on route. Our first camp will be the Simba Camp located at the edge of the moorland zone at 2625m. With extensive views over the Kenyan plains.
Simba Camp To Rongai 2nd Cave Camp
Mount Kilimanjaro - The morning walk is a steady ascent up to the Second Cave, (3,450m) with superb views of Kibo and the Eastern ice fields on the crater rim. After hot lunch we have a free time to rest at the camp or in the afternoon we can explore the surrounding area for acclimatization walk to Third Cave.
Rongai 2nd Cave Camp To Kikelewe Camp
Mount Kilimanjaro - Leaving the pine forest behind, we carry on with a steady ascent walking though moorland. There are superb views of the Eastern ice fields on the crater rim of Kibo, the highest of the three volcanoes which form the mountain.
We will leave the main trail and strike out across moorland on a smaller path towards the jagged peaks of Mawenzi, the second of Kilimanjaro’s volcanoes. We will set up camp today in the sheltered valley near Kikelewa caves at 3630m
Kikelewe Campo To Mawenzi Tarn Hut
Mount Kilimanjaro - This morning we have a short but steep ascent up grassy slopes which is rewarded by a superb view of the Kenyan plains to the north.
We leave vegetation behind shortly before reaching our next camp at Mawenzi Tarn Hut directly below the towering cliffs of Mawenzi. This afternoon you have chance to rest or explore the surrounding area to aid acclimatization.
Mawenzi Tarn Hut To Kibo Hut
Mount Kilimanjaro - We leave our campsite and cross the lunar desert of the
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Rongai Route:
The Rongai trail is the sole path to Kilimanjaro on the northern side, near the Kenyan boundary. Despite its increasing popularity, Rongai sees fewer climbers.
This path is favored by those seeking a less congested alternative to the bustling Marangu route, those craving a more secluded adventure, or those scaling during the rainy period (the northern region gets less rain).
Six days is the minimum duration required for this trail, though a week is suggested. While the views are less diverse compared to the western paths, Rongai compensates by traversing through untouched wilderness for several days before meeting the Marangu trail at Kibo camp.
This trail exits through the Marangu route. Rongai is moderately challenging, and comes highly recommended, particularly for those with limited backpacking experience.
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