Embark on an exhilarating 6-day trek along the scenic Rongai Route, ascending through diverse terrains from lush rainforests to alpine deserts. Conquer breathtaking trails with expert guidance, revel in stunning views of Mawenzi and Uhuru Peaks, and savor the ultimate triumph of summiting Mount Kilimanjaro.

Tour Features

Mid-Range Tour: This tour includes mid-range camping and lodges.
Can be Customized: You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour.
Private Tour: This tour will be organized exclusively for you and won't be shared with others.
Solo traveller: Solo traveller can book this tour.
Can start any day: If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Minimum age not required: There is no minimum age for this tour.

Accommodation & Meals

Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost

Day Accommodation Meals

2
3
4
5
6
  • Day 1: Nalemuru Gate to Simba Camp

    Distance: 9 km (5.6 miles) Elevation Gain: 800 m (2,625 ft) Terrain: Rainforest Commence your ascent through the lush rainforest, acclimating to the altitude and enjoying the tranquillity of the natural surroundings.

    Main Destination:

  • 2
    Day 2: Simba Camp to Kikelewa Camp

    Distance: 17 km (10.5 miles) Elevation Gain: 900 m (2,953 ft) Terrain: Moorland Traverse the moorland zone, characterized by unique vegetation and stunning vistas of Kilimanjaro's peaks.

    Main Destination:

  • 3
    Day 3: Kikelewa Camp to Mawenzi Tarn Camp

    Distance: 7 km (4.3 miles) Elevation Gain: 700 m (2,297 ft) Terrain: Alpine Desert Ascend to Mawenzi Tarn Camp, a picturesque campsite nestled amidst volcanic rock formations, offering breathtaking views of Mawenzi Peak.

    Main Destination:

  • 4
    Day 4: Mawenzi Tarn Camp to Kibo Hut

    Distance: 8 km (5 miles) Elevation Gain: 365 m (1,198 ft) Terrain: Alpine Desert Continue the ascent to Kibo Hut, the final camp before the summit attempt.

    Main Destination:

  • 5
    Day 5: Summit Day: Kibo Hut to Uhuru Peak and Horombo Hut

    Distance: 6 km (4 miles) up, 16 km (10 miles) down Elevation Gain/Loss: 2,200 m (7,218 ft) up, 2,200 m (7,218 ft) down Terrain: Alpine Desert, Ice Field, Summit Embark on a challenging night ascent to Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa. After conquering the summit, descend to Horombo Hut.

    Main Destination:

  • 6
    Day 6: Horombo Hut to Marangu Gate

    Distance: 16 km (10 miles) Elevation Loss: 1,830 m (6,004 ft) Terrain: Rainforest, Moorland Descend through the diverse ecosystems of Kilimanjaro, reaching Marangu Gate at the end of your adventure.

    Main Destination:

Includes
  • Park fees (for non-residents)
  • All activities mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
  • Meals (as specified in the day-by-day description)
  • All accommodation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional upgrade)
  • A professional driver/guide
  • All transportation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
  • All Taxes/VAT
Excludes
  • International flights (from/to the client's home country)
  • Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
  • Tips: tipping guideline of 56 per person per day for the guide and crew
  • Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees and other personal items)
  • Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees

Important to Know

  • This tour is not available to solo travelers or groups larger than 14 people.
  • Rates are per person and exclude the international flightfrom/to your home country.
  • This tour accepts children who are 3 years and older.

Rates Per Person

Start Dates

Solo

1 room

2 people

1 room

3 people

2 room

4 people

2 room

4+ people

3 room
Feb 22 2025 to Aug 22 2025 $1887 $1705 $1630 $ $

Getting There

Tanzania is a beautiful East African country with neighbours Kenya to the north and Mozambique to the south and the Indian Ocean to the east. It is known for its vibrant culture, wonderful national parks, diverse fauna and flora and of course the great wildebeest migration. If you are planning a safari trip to Tanzania then you should find out all about flights to Tanzania, passport and visa requirements.
Tanzania’s main airport is Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) located 13km/8mi southwest of Dar es Salaam. The latter is the entry point for visitors to the southern parks.
Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) is situated 46km/29mi east of Arusha, the gateway of Tanzania’s most popular Northern safari circuit.

No, is not included, but can be arranged for an extra cost

Tiem Tours And Safaris

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5/5

(1 Reviews)

  • Offices In :

    Tanzania
  • Size :

    10+
  • Member Of :

    TATO
  • Tour Types :

    Safaris And Tours In Tanzania, Mountain Trekking And Beach Holidays
  • Destinations :

    Kenya Tanzania Uganda
  • TIEM TOURS AND SAFARIS is an African safari specialist and tour operator, offering a full service for arranging and booking safaris, mountain climbing expeditions, Car hire and beach holidays around Tanzania. Tiem tours offers you a wholesome and distinct insight into the wonders of Tanzania amazingly diverse landscape, wildlife, history and cultural heritage. Our expeditions are crafted by a diverse family and team born-bred in Tanzania, who love the country and care to deliver the finest tour experiences from a native perspective. 


Tour Features

Mid-Range Tour: This tour includes mid-range camping and lodges.
Can be Customized: You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour.
Private Tour: This tour will be organized exclusively for you and won't be shared with others.
Solo traveller: Solo traveller can book this tour.
Can start any day: If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Minimum age not required: There is no minimum age for this tour.

Accommodation & Meals

Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost

Day Accommodation Meals
,
2 ,
3 ,
4 ,
5 ,
6 ,
  • Day 1: Nalemuru Gate to Simba Camp

    Distance: 9 km (5.6 miles) Elevation Gain: 800 m (2,625 ft) Terrain: Rainforest Commence your ascent through the lush rainforest, acclimating to the altitude and enjoying the tranquillity of the natural surroundings.

    Main Destination:

  • 2
    Day 2: Simba Camp to Kikelewa Camp

    Distance: 17 km (10.5 miles) Elevation Gain: 900 m (2,953 ft) Terrain: Moorland Traverse the moorland zone, characterized by unique vegetation and stunning vistas of Kilimanjaro's peaks.

    Main Destination:

  • 3
    Day 3: Kikelewa Camp to Mawenzi Tarn Camp

    Distance: 7 km (4.3 miles) Elevation Gain: 700 m (2,297 ft) Terrain: Alpine Desert Ascend to Mawenzi Tarn Camp, a picturesque campsite nestled amidst volcanic rock formations, offering breathtaking views of Mawenzi Peak.

    Main Destination:

  • 4
    Day 4: Mawenzi Tarn Camp to Kibo Hut

    Distance: 8 km (5 miles) Elevation Gain: 365 m (1,198 ft) Terrain: Alpine Desert Continue the ascent to Kibo Hut, the final camp before the summit attempt.

    Main Destination:

  • 5
    Day 5: Summit Day: Kibo Hut to Uhuru Peak and Horombo Hut

    Distance: 6 km (4 miles) up, 16 km (10 miles) down Elevation Gain/Loss: 2,200 m (7,218 ft) up, 2,200 m (7,218 ft) down Terrain: Alpine Desert, Ice Field, Summit Embark on a challenging night ascent to Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa. After conquering the summit, descend to Horombo Hut.

    Main Destination:

  • 6
    Day 6: Horombo Hut to Marangu Gate

    Distance: 16 km (10 miles) Elevation Loss: 1,830 m (6,004 ft) Terrain: Rainforest, Moorland Descend through the diverse ecosystems of Kilimanjaro, reaching Marangu Gate at the end of your adventure.

    Main Destination:

Includes & Excludes

  • Park fees (for non-residents)
  • All activities mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
  • Meals (as specified in the day-by-day description)
  • All accommodation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional upgrade)
  • A professional driver/guide
  • All transportation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
  • All Taxes/VAT
  • International flights (from/to the client's home country)
  • Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
  • Tips: tipping guideline of 56 per person per day for the guide and crew
  • Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees and other personal items)
  • Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees

Rates Per Person

Start Dates

Solo

1 room

2 people

1 room

3 people

2 room

4 people

2 room

4+ people

3 room
Feb 22 2025 to Aug 22 2025 $1887 $1705 $1630 $ $

Getting There

Tanzania is a beautiful East African country with neighbours Kenya to the north and Mozambique to the south and the Indian Ocean to the east. It is known for its vibrant culture, wonderful national parks, diverse fauna and flora and of course the great wildebeest migration. If you are planning a safari trip to Tanzania then you should find out all about flights to Tanzania, passport and visa requirements.
Tanzania’s main airport is Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) located 13km/8mi southwest of Dar es Salaam. The latter is the entry point for visitors to the southern parks.
Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) is situated 46km/29mi east of Arusha, the gateway of Tanzania’s most popular Northern safari circuit.

No, is not included, but can be arranged for an extra cost

Tiem Tours And Safaris

Image

5/5

(1 Reviews)

  • Offices In :

    Tanzania
  • Size :

    10+
  • Member Of :

    TATO
  • Tour Types :

    Safaris And Tours In Tanzania, Mountain Trekking And Beach Holidays
  • Destinations :

    Kenya Tanzania Uganda
  • TIEM TOURS AND SAFARIS is an African safari specialist and tour operator, offering a full service for arranging and booking safaris, mountain climbing expeditions, Car hire and beach holidays around Tanzania. Tiem tours offers you a wholesome and distinct insight into the wonders of Tanzania amazingly diverse landscape, wildlife, history and cultural heritage. Our expeditions are crafted by a diverse family and team born-bred in Tanzania, who love the country and care to deliver the finest tour experiences from a native perspective. 

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