This is our favorite route for those aspiring to
conquer the summit. Rongai begins on the northern side of the mountain and is the least traveled route.

It’s quite likely that you will be the only trekkers around. Classified as a moderate climb, a good level
of fitness is all that is required. Accommodation
is in high-altitude tents.

DAY 1   Departing from USA and connecting Via London.

DAY 2   Arrive Kilimanjaro International Airport in the evening. You will be met with the Shades of Africa Tour Guide OR Airport representative and be transferred to the Mountian Inn for dinner and overnight.

Mountian Inn (Bed and Breakfast)

 DAY 3   After the breakfast at the Mountain Inn, you will be briefed about Mount Kilimanjaro and equipment check. Depart the lodge for the beginning of your mountain adventure. Today’s four-hour walk will take you through corn and potato fields, followed by pine forests.

Moorland Camp (8500 feet)

 DAY 4   Today is a steady walk punctuated by spectacular views of the Eastern ice sheets and in the distance, Kibo Peak. About seven hours of walking until spotting your overnight cave.

Kikelewa Cave Camp (12,500 feet)

 DAY 5   Only a short four-hour (but steep) climb today up grassy slopes which offer superb views of the wilderness area. The vegetation zone ends shortly before you reach your next camp. Spend the afternoon acclimatizing and exploring the area.

Kibo Hut (15,400 feet)

 DAY 6   Cross the lunar-like desert. About five hours of walking up steep and heavy scree enroute to Gillman’s Point (18,638 feet) in time for the sunrise. Then it’s onward and upward to Uhuru Peak (19,340 feet), the highest point in Africa. Descend to camp.

Horombo Hut (12,500 feet)

 DAY 7   Steady descent today through moorland and forest to the base of the mountain. Pick up at Marangu Gate by your Shades of Africa Guide.

Mountain Inn (Bed and breakfast)

DAY 8   Transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your flight back to America or a safari or coast extension.