Hotel to Simba Camp

Kilimanjaro National Park - Travel to the charming wooden village of Nale Moru (approximately 2 hours, including a stop to obtain permits at Marangu). After registration and porter preparation, the hike begins on a broad path that meanders through maize and potato fields before entering a pine forest. The trail then ascends steadily but gently through a beautiful forest that is home to diverse wildlife. As the forest thins out, the first camp is located at the edge of the moorland zone, offering expansive views over the Kenyan plains.

Elevation: 2000m/6560ft to 2650m/8700ft
Distance: 6km/4mi
Hiking Time: 3-4 hours
Habitat: Montane Forest
Meals: Lunch and Dinner

Simba Camp to Second Cave

Kilimanjaro National Park - The morning hike involves a steady climb to the Second Cave, providing magnificent views of Kibo and the Eastern ice fields on the crater rim.

Elevation: 2650m/8700ft to 3450m/11,300ft
Distance: 6km/4mi
Walking Time: 3-4 hours
Habitat: Moorland
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Second Cave to Third Cave

Kilimanjaro National Park - The journey continues today from the Second Cave to the Third Cave.

Elevation: 3450m/11,300ft to 3880m/12,700ft
Distance: 9km/5mi
Walking Time: 2-3 hours
Habitat: Semi-desert
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Third Cave to Kibo Hut

Kilimanjaro National Park - Trek to Kibo Hut at the base of the Kibo crater wall. The rest of the day is dedicated to resting in preparation for the final ascent and an early start!

Elevation: 3880m/12,700ft to 4750m/15,600ft
Distance: 5km/3mi
Hiking Time: 3-4 hours
Habitat: Alpine Desert
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Kibo Hut to Summit to Horombo Hut

Kilimanjaro National Park - In the early morning hours (midnight to 2am), begin the climb to the summit on steep and heavy scree or snow up to Gilman’s Point on the crater rim (elev 5700m/18,700ft). Continue the ascent to Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa, where breathtaking views await. Capture the moment with a photo at the summit to share with friends and family. Descend, pausing for lunch and rest at Kibo before proceeding to the Horombo encampment.

Elevation: 4700m/15,500ft to 5895m/19,340ft
Down to 3700m/12,200ft
Distance: 6km/4mi up / 15km/9mi down
Hiking Time: 6-8 hours up / 6-8 hours down
Habitat: Alpine Desert
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Horombo Hut to trail head to Arusha

Kilimanjaro National Park - After breakfast, a gradual descent leads through moorland to the Mandara Hut. Continue descending along a lush forest path to the National Park gate at Marangu. At lower elevations, conditions may be wet and muddy. Gaiters and trekking poles are recommended. Shorts and t-shirts are likely sufficient (keep rain gear and warmer clothing accessible).

Monkey Adventures vehicle will meet you at Marangu gate to transport you back to your hotel in Moshi (approximately 1 hour).

Elevation: 3700m/12,200ft to 1700m/5500ft
Distance: 20km/12.5mi
Hiking Time: 4-5 hours
Habitat: Forest
Meals: Breakfast

• Private transportation
• Potters and Cook
• Lunch
• All Fees and Taxes
• Dinner
• Breakfast
• Professional Guide

• Visa
• International Flights
• Tip

The Rongai Route is amongst the most straightforward paths with a considerably high success ratio.

This route commences from the northern part of the mountain, just below the Kenyan border, and is one of the less frequently used routes. On the way back, trekkers descend using the Marangu Route on the mountain’s southern face, offering them varied perspectives of the mountain.

Reaching the trail’s beginning point from Moshi involves approximately a three-hour drive, passing many villages and coffee plantations, also including a stop to register for climbing permits at Marangu.

Access to the Rongai Route is also possible through Amboseli National Park, Kenya, which takes around two hours, including the time spent at the border crossing. Please submit copies of the passports prior to the journey.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.