Rongai Route, Gold Level Premium Climb (on Request)

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  • No booking fees
  • duration 8 days
  • tour type Group Request as private
  • age requirement 18-99 yrs
  • max group size 30
  • guiding method Fully guided
  • Tour Code BM-33713
  • Footprint Carbonneutral CO2 emissions resulting from all trips on Bookmundi will be offset via investments in carbon reduction projects.
  • Operated in English, German
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  • Starts Arusha, Tanzania
  • Ends Arusha, Tanzania
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TOUR OVERVIEW
The tour "Rongai Route, Gold Level Premium Climb (on Request)" starts from and ends in Arusha. It is an adventure trip that takes 8 days taking you through Horombo Hut, Mawenzi Tarn Camp, Arusha and 5 other destinations in Tanzania. "Rongai Route, Gold Level Premium Climb (on Request)" is a guided group tour that includes accommodation, transport, meals and others.

Rongai is the only route starting on the northern slope of Kilimanjaro. Though this part of the Mountain is rarely visited by hikers, it is not less interesting than the popular southern and western slopes. We recommend Rongai to all those who like reclusive hiking experiences. All guides have "Wilderness First Responder" and "Wilderness First Aid" certificates, along with over 7 years of experience in climbing. At the end of the tour, you will receive an International certificate for a successful ascent!
ITINERARY Expand All
  • Day 1: Arrival Kilimanjaro Airport – Arusha Area (45km – 1hr)
  • Day 2: Nalemuru Gate – Simba Camp (hiking 8km – 3/4hrs)
  • Day 3: Simba Camp – Kikilewa Camp (hiking 10km – 5/6hrs)
  • Day 4: Kikilewa Camp – Mawenzi Tarn Camp (hiking 6km – 4/5hrs)
  • Day 5: Mawenzi Tarn Camp – School Hut Camp (hiking 9km – 5/6hrs)
  • Day 6: Uhuru Peak – Descent Horombo Camp (hiking 21km – 12/14hrs)
  • Day 7: Descent Horombo Camp – Marangu Gate (18km – 5/6hrs) – Arusha Area
  • Day 8: Arusha Area – Departure Kilimanjaro (45km – 1hr)
WHAT'S INCLUDED
Accommodation
  • 2 night's hotel accommodation
  • 5 night's camp accommodation
  • Camping/hut fees
  • Modern the North Face VE-25 tents
  • Group equipment (dining tent, table, chairs, crockery and cutlery)
  • Superior Hotel Category = Onsea House or similar 4*
  • Superior Hotel Category = Superior Tent | Standard Camp or similar
Meals
  • 3 square meals daily on the mountain
  • The menu includes different soups, garnishes, several types of fish and meat, fresh fruit and vegetables; juices, hot chocolate, tea, coffee and water
  • Breakfasts at the hotel before and after the ascent
Transport
  • Arrival and departure shared transfer in an air-conditioning vehicle from/to Kilimanjaro International Airport
  • Transfer to the trailhead
  • Transfer to the hotel
  • Flight insurance by AMREF Flying Doctors
Guide
  • Operated with English- and German-speaking professional mountain crew
  • All guides have "Wilderness First Responder" and "Wilderness First Aid" certificates, along with over 7 years of experience in climbing
Others
  • All entrance fees and activities mentioned in the itinerary: hike from Nalemuru Gate to Simba Camp (Day 2); hike from Simba Camp to Kikilewa Camp (Day 3); Kikilewa Camp to Mawenzi Tarn Camp (Day 4); hike from Mawenzi Tarn Camp to School Hut Camp (Day 5); hike from Uhuru Peak to Horombo Camp (Day 6); Descent from Horombo Camp to Marangu Gate (Day 7)
  • Meet & Greet at Kilimanjaro International Airport
  • Each participant will be provided with a porter (who can carry up to 15 kg of personal baggage)
  • Kilimanjaro National Park permits
  • Kilimanjaro National Park rescue fees
  • Oxygen systems and pulse oximeters
  • First aid kit
  • Warm and comfortable sleeping pads (2 inches thick)
  • Meeting the group at the National Park exit
  • International certificates for a successful ascent
  • Expanded ration, which means a wider choice of products in the mountains
  • The North Face sleeping bags (comfort 18C / extreme 34C)
  • Iridium 9575 Extreme satellite phone. Uninterrupted contact with our support team
  • Portable toilet and shower
  • Mountaineering insurance up to 6,000 meters by World Nomads
WHAT'S EXCLUDED
  • Visa fees
  • Domestic flights
  • International flights
  • Lunch and dinner at the hotel (before and after the ascent)
  • Personal gear rentals
  • Tips for the mountain crew
  • Travel Insurance or any loss or extra cost arising due to unforeseen circumstances such as flight delays, accidents, etc.
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CANCELLATION

No additional cancellation fees apply for this Rongai Route, Gold Level Premium Climb (on Request) tour. You can cancel the tour up to 91 days prior departure and avoid paying the full amount, but your deposit paid is non-refundable. No refund applies for cancellations within 90 days of departure.

Payment

For any tour departures within 17 July 2024, full payment is required. For tours that depart later than 17 July 2024, a deposit is required to confirm this tour, and the remaining balance will be charged 90 days before trip departure.

Travel Insurance

Rongai Route, Gold Level Premium Climb (on Request) tour requires that you have adequate and valid travel insurance covering medical and personal accidents, including repatriation costs and emergency evacuation. World Nomads offers travel insurance for independent travelers and intrepid families.

Visa

For this Rongai Route, Gold Level Premium Climb (on Request) tour getting the required visa(s) is the responsibility for each individual traveller, as visa requirements vary depending on your nationality. We recommend to check with your local embassies representing the countries that you are traveling to, as part of this itinerary.

Know Before You Go

On Day 1, the check-in starts from 02:00 pm On the last day, the check-out is at 11:00 am. In case you need a late check-out because of an evening flight, there is the option to extend your hotel stay for an extra fee (available as an optional extra) There is no guarantee that you will be part of a group, or part of the same group during the tour Please note that if you select the Extra Acclimatization Night, the services will be moved one day ahead On your first day at this altitude, it is strongly recommended you heed the following instructions from this point on (1) Abstain from consuming alcohol and caffeine (2) Drink over 4 litres of bottled water daily (little by little, frequently). At night you may experience discomfort associated with acclimatization to the high altitude: because of a reduction in your waking breathing pattern, your body gets less oxygen than during the day. Taking altitude into account, you may therefore start feeling sick and have a headache. Pay attention to your own body and tell your guide if you start feeling any symptoms of altitude sickness Day 4: The acclimatization hike is an easy trek with a slight gain in altitude done in order to speed up the acclimatization process. You should take the acclimatization hikes very seriously. They help increase your chances of successfully summiting Kilimanjaro and save you from the consequences of altitude sickness Day 6: 90% of all accidents occur during descent. Please pay attention to your feet, as there is a high risk of damaging your toenails We reserve the right to change itineraries and activities due to weather conditions, technical problems or security reasons Early check-in, late check-out, connecting or adjoining rooms in the hotel are subject to availability and not guaranteed In many hotels in Tanzania, the triple rooms are a double room with an additional bed or sofa bed. Their comfort conditions are lower than the international standards of the triple room No refund for unused services. Splitting of the package is not allowed  

COVID-19 Safety Measures

This trip incorporates the following COVID-19 measures:

  • This tour has implemented smaller group sizes than normal, allowing for more personal space on the vehicles, sights visited, hotels and restaurants.
  • Hygiene protocols have been adopted on this trip. Wearing a mask, hand washing and general sanitizing has been implemented on this tour. Frequently touched surfaces are furthermore regularly disinfected.
  • Distancing measures have been implemented to safeguard against COVID-19.
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