Budget Kilimanjaro summit via Rongai Route for 6 Days

DAY 1: MOSHI - RONGAI GATE (NALE MORU) – SIMBA CAMP

( Reasonably priced 6 Days Mount Kilimanjaro tour via Rongai Route )

We Drive to the attractive wooden village of Nale Moru (about 2 hours including a stop to get permits at Marangu). After signing in and preparing the porters, you will begin the hike on a wide path that winds through fields of maize and potatoes before entering pine forest. The track then starts to climb consistently but gently through attractive forest that shelters a variety of wildlife. The forest begins to thin out and the first camp is at the edge of the moorland zone with extensive views over the Kenyan plains.

Elevation: 2000m/6560ft to 2650m/8700ft

• Distance: 6km/4mi

• Hiking Time: 3-4 hours

• Habitat: Montane Forest

• Meals included: Lunch, Dinner

• Budget Accommodations: Simba Camp

DAY 1 > OVERNIGHT AT SIMBA CAMP

CAMP

NAME OF THE CAMP->SIMBA CAMP

ACCOMMODATIONS->FULL BOARD

CAMP LOCATION->SIMBA

TYPE OF TENT->SINGLE/DOUBLE

DAY 2: SIMBA CAMP - SECOND CAVE

( Reasonably priced 6 Days Mount Kilimanjaro tour via Rongai Route )

The morning hike is a steady ascent up to the Second Cave with superb views of Kibo and the Eastern ice fields on the crater rim. The morning walk is a steady ascent up to the Second Cave, (3,450m) with superb views of Kibo and the Eastern ice fields on the crater rim. After hot lunch we have a free time to rest at the camp or in the afternoon we can explore the surrounding area for acclimatization walk to Third Cave. Simba Camp to Second Cave is 3-4 hours walking

• Elevation: 2650m/8700ft to 3450m/11,300ft

• Distance: 6km/4mi

• Walking Time: 3-4 hours

• Habitat: Moorland

• Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

• Budget Accommodations: Second Cave Camp

DAY 2 > OVERNIGHT STAY AT SECOND CAVE CAMP

CAMP

NAME OF THE HUT->SECOND CAVE CAMP

ACCOMMODATIONS->FULL BOARD

CAMP LOCATION->SECOND CAVE

TYPE OF TENT->SINGLE/DOUBLE

DAY 3: SECOND CAVE - THIRD CAVE

( Reasonably priced 6 Days Mount Kilimanjaro tour via Rongai Route )

Today we continue our hike from the Second Cave to the Third Cave. After breakfast and packing, you continue your stead ascent, entering into the semi-desert terrain. This relatively short hiking day brings you closer to the Easter ice fields, continually drawing your attention to their beauty. Pay attention to your body and keep your guide informed of any signs of altitude sickness.

• Elevation: 3450m/11,300ft to 3880m/12,700ft

• Distance: 9km/5mi

• Walking Time: 2-3 hours

• Habitat: Semi-desert

• Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Budget Accommodations: Third Cave Camp

DAY 3 > OVERNIGHT STAY AT THIRD CAVE CAMP

CAMP

NAME OF THE CAMP->THIRD CAVE CAMP

ACCOMMODATIONS-> FULL BOARD

CAMP LOCATION->THIRD CAVE

TYPE OF TENT->SINGLE/DOUBLE



DAY 4: THIRD CAVE - KIBO HUT

( Reasonably priced 6 Days Mount Kilimanjaro tour via Rongai Route )

Hike to Kibo Hut at the bottom of the Kibo crater wall. The remainder of the day is spent resting in preparation for the final ascent and a very early day! As you depart early the semi-desert zone from the Third Cave early in the morning and begin your trek into the Alpine Desert terrain for the remainder of your ascent. Today’s hike will take you just below the Kibo crater wall to the Kibo Huts. At this point, you will merge with the Marangu Route, which you will use to hike to the summit. You will prepare your clothing and equipment (replace batteries for headlamp and camera) before you go to bed by 7 PM and try to catch a few hours of rest before your summit attempt.

• Elevation: 3880m/12,700ft to 4750m/15,600ft

• Distance: 5km/3mi

• Hiking Time: 3-4 hours

• Habitat: Alpine Desert

• Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

• Budget Accommodations: Kibo Hut Camp

DAY 4 > OVERNIGHT STAY AT KIBO HUT CAMP

CAMP

NAME OF THE CAMP->KIBO HUT CAMP

ACCOMMODATIONS ->FULL BOARD

CAMP LOCATION->KIBO CAMP

TYPE OF TENT->SINGLE/DOUBLE

DAY 5: KIBO HUT – UHURU PEAK - MWEKA CAMP

( Reasonably priced 6 Days Mount Kilimanjaro tour via Rongai Route )

Very early in the morning (midnight to 2am), commence the climb to the summit on steep and heavy scree or snow up to Gilman’s point located on the crater rim. Continuing, we now ascend to Uhuru Peak, which is the highest point in Africa. There are unbelievable views at every turn. Have your picture taken at the summit to show your friends and family.

The beginning of this climb is done in the dark and requires headlamps or flashlights. It will be very cold until you start descending, so you will need all of your warm layers. This is by far the most difficult part of the trek with many switchbacks. Going slowly “pole pole” and an optimistic attitude will get you there!

From the summit, we now make our descent continuing straight down to the Mweka Hut camp site, stopping at Barafu for lunch. You will want gaiters and trekking poles for the loose gravel going down. Mweka Camp is situated in the upper forest and mist or rain can be expected in the late afternoon. Later in the evening, we enjoy our last dinner on the mountain and a well-earned sleep. Accommodation: Horombo Hut

•Kibo Hut to Uhuru Peak

•Uhuru Peak to Mweka Camp

•Elevation: 15,331 ft to 19,341

ft •Elevation: 19,341 ft to 10,065 ft

•Distance: 4 km

•Distance: 12 km/7 miles

Altitude: 4,700m to 5,895 m

•Altitude: 5,895 m to 3,080 m

•Hiking Time: 6-7 hours

•Hiking Time: 4-6 hours

•Habitat: Arctic

•Habitat: Rain Forest

DAY 5 > OVERNIGHT STAY AT MWEKA CAMP

PUBLIC CAMPSITE

NAME OF THE CAMP->MWEKA CAMP

ACCOMMODATIONS->FULL BOARD

CAMP LOCATION->MWEKA

TYPE OF TENT->SINGLE/DOUBLE

DAY 6: MWEKA CAMP - MWEKA GATE - BACK TO MOSHI

( Reasonably priced 6 Das Mounty Kilimanjaro tour via Rongai Route )

The final leg of your amazing adventure begins after breakfast with a traditional farewell ceremony from the mountain crew. Then a gentle 2 to 3 hours’ descent through the rainforest continues to Mweka Gate, where your driver will be waiting for you. He will take you back and after a warm shower, the rest of the day is free to relax, relax at the pool or celebrate your achievement

Don’t forget to tip your guides and porters. It is time for celebration!

• Altitude: 3,080 m to 1,630m

• Distance Covered: 9.3km km down

• Time to be used: 2 - 3 hrs.

• Habitat: Rain Forest

• Meals: Breakfast & Lunch

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DAY 6 > OVERNIGHT STAY; MOSHI WHITE HOUSE HOTEL (Optional)

BADGET LODGE (HOTEL)

NAME OF THE HOTEL->KILIMANJARO WHITE HOUSE HOTEL

ACCOMMODATIONS->BED AND BREAKFAST

HOTEL LOCATION->MOSHI -KILIMANJARO

ROOM TYPE->DOUBLE