Escape the crowds and discover the quieter side of Africa’s tallest peak with the 8-Day Tanzania Holiday Kilimanjaro Climbing Rongai Route. Perfect for young adults and experienced trekkers eager for something different, this tour approaches Kilimanjaro from the north, offering diverse scenery and occasional wildlife sightings as you move from farmland and forest to alpine desert.
The Rongai route’s gentle ascent ensures more comfortable trekking and better acclimatization, enhancing your summit success rate. Traverse multiple climate zones and enjoy the serenity of less-traveled paths, all while absorbing the ever-changing beauty of the mountain.
The unique selling point of this trekking tour is its rare perspective on Kilimanjaro, blending solitude, scenic variety, and a rewarding sense of discovery for those looking to experience the mountain in a new light.
Trekking and HikingClimbing
Tour Type
Private Tour
Accommodation
Hotel, Camping, Tent, Hut, Guest House, Sleeping Hut
Venture off the well-trodden path with the 8 Day Mt. Kilimanjaro Trek via the Rongai Route, a unique journey that approaches Africa’s tallest peak from its remote northeastern flank bordering Kenya. This route, prized for its sense of unspoiled wilderness, offers trekkers a rare perspective of Kilimanjaro. While the Rongai ascent doesn’t allow for the typical ‘climb high, sleep low’ principle (making an extra acclimatization day advisable), it rewards with solitude and stunning vistas. The trek culminates on the classic Kibo summit path to Gilman’s Point before descending via the Marangu Route. This tour is ideal for hikers seeking a quieter, distinctive Kilimanjaro experience and for those eager to witness diverse landscapes and wildlife. Its USP: The Rongai Route’s tranquil trails, allowing for a more intimate connection with the mountain’s raw beauty.
Trekking and HikingAdventure
Tour Type
Private Tour
Accommodation
Hut, Hotel, Camping, Sleeping Hut
Age Range
5-79 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Kilimanjaro Rongai route, Kilima
Kilimanjaro Rongai route, Kilimanjaro, Moshi, Rongai, Kikelewa Camp, Mawenzi Tarn Camp, School Hut Campsite, Horombo Hut, Marangu Gate
Rongai route approaches Kilimanjaro from the north-eastern section of the mountain, not far from the Kenyan border. It is considered quite remote but has seen a surge in trekkers in recent years. On this route, the drive to the trailhead at Nale Moru is long but the road is tarmac most of the way. With a starting point in Arusha, the routes on the souther or western side are more popular because of accessibility. On this route, we camp at the base of Mawenzi Peak before walking across the Saddle to perch ourselves in the the busy camp of Kibo in readiness for the summit assault.
This route over 7 days allows for an extra night at Mawenzi Tarn with acclimatisation walks during the spare day. Doing this will increase the chance of successfully summiting Kilimanjaro.