Local Tanzania safari specialists•info@cruizewildsafaris.com
+255 786 340 840Iringa • Arusha

Tanzania Trekking

7-Day Rongai Route Kilimanjaro

A seven-day northern approach to Kilimanjaro with camping, Mawenzi-area acclimatisation and descent through Marangu.

7 DurationPrivate Kilimanjaro climbMoshi / Arusha startChallenging

Trekking Overview

This Rongai programme approaches Kilimanjaro from the north and includes time around the Mawenzi side before moving toward Kibo. After the summit phase, the descent uses the Marangu route.

Trek Highlights

  • Northern Kilimanjaro approach
  • Camping route
  • Mawenzi-side acclimatisation
  • Descent via Marangu
  • Uhuru Peak at 5,895 m

Day by day

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1

Rongai Gate to Simba Camp

Rongai Gate to Simba Camp

Transfer to the northern trailhead, complete registration and begin the climb to Simba Camp.

Meals: Lunch, DinnerAccommodation: Simba Camp
Day 2

Simba to Second Cave area

Simba to Second Cave area

Climb gradually through open terrain toward the Second Cave area.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerAccommodation: Second Cave Camp
Day 3

Second Cave to Kikelewa

Second Cave to Kikelewa

Continue across the northern side toward Kikelewa with changing views of Mawenzi.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerAccommodation: Kikelewa Camp
Day 4

Kikelewa to Mawenzi Tarn

Kikelewa to Mawenzi Tarn

Climb toward Mawenzi Tarn and use the afternoon for rest and acclimatisation.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerAccommodation: Mawenzi Tarn Camp
Day 5

Mawenzi Tarn to Kibo

Mawenzi Tarn to Kibo

Cross the alpine saddle toward Kibo and prepare for the summit attempt.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerAccommodation: Kibo Camp / Hut area
Day 6

Summit and descend to Horombo

Summit and descend to Horombo

Climb toward the summit, then descend from Kibo toward Horombo after the summit phase.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerAccommodation: Horombo Hut
Day 7

Horombo to Marangu Gate

Horombo to Marangu Gate

Complete the descent to Marangu Gate and transfer back to town.

Meals: Breakfast, LunchAccommodation: Hotel on request

Package includes

  • Licensed mountain guide team and porter support as confirmed
  • Park entry and route fees specifically included in the quotation
  • Mountain accommodation on the selected route
  • Meals and drinking water treatment arrangements on the mountain
  • Pre-climb briefing and route transfers as confirmed

Package excludes

  • International flights and visa
  • Personal trekking equipment unless specifically quoted
  • Travel and high-altitude insurance
  • Tips and personal expenses
  • Extra hotel nights or transfers not included in the final programme

Make it yours

Request This Trek

Share your dates, group size and preferred travel style. We can adjust this trek around accommodation, transfers and the wider Tanzania itinerary.

info@cruizewildsafaris.comWhatsApp: +255 786 872 717

Your enquiry is stored securely so our team can follow up. We do not publish your details.