7-DAYS KILIMANJARO CLIMB – RONGAI ROUTE

Day 0: Arrival in Arusha

• Pick up from Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO)

• Transfer to Summit Lodge Arusha

• Pre-climb briefing, gear check, and overnight rest

• Overnight at Summit Lodge (Bed & Breakfast)

Day 1: Arusha – Rongai Gate – Simba Camp (2,625m)

• Transfer to Rongai Gate (approx. 4–5 hrs drive)

• Hike through lush rainforest to Simba Camp

• Distance: 8 km | Time: 4–5 hrs

• Overnight at Simba Camp

Day 2: Simba Camp – Second Cave Camp (3,450m)

• Gradual ascent through heather and moorland

• Enjoy expansive views of Kibo Peak

• Distance: 9 km | Time: 5–6 hrs

• Overnight at Second Cave Camp

Day 3: Second Cave – Kikelewa Camp (3,600m)

• Steeper climb with scenic views of Mawenzi Peak

• Distance: 6 km | Time: 4–5 hrs

• Overnight at Kikelewa Camp

Day 4: Kikelewa – Mawenzi Tarn Camp (4,330m)

• Trek toward the base of Mawenzi through alpine zone

• Distance: 6 km | Time: 4–5 hrs

• Overnight at Mawenzi Tarn Camp

Day 5: Mawenzi Tarn – Kibo Hut (4,700m)

• Cross the stark and beautiful Saddle between Mawenzi and Kibo

• Final summit prep and early dinner

• Distance: 9 km | Time: 5–6 hrs

• Overnight at Kibo Hut

Day 6: Kibo Hut – Uhuru Peak (5,895m) – Horombo Hut (3,720m)

• Midnight summit attempt to Uhuru Peak via Gilman’s Point

• Celebrate at the roof of Africa, then descend to Horombo Hut

• Distance: ~21 km | Time: 12–14 hrs

• Overnight at Horombo Hut

Day 7: Horombo Hut – Marangu Gate – Arusha

• Final descent through rainforest to Marangu Gate

• Distance: 20 km | Time: 5–7 hrs

• Transfer back to Summit Lodge Arusha

• Optional overnight stay or airport drop-off based on your flight schedule