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G Adventures
OFFER ID 1533028
Mt Kilimanjaro Trek - Rongai Route
Conquer Africa's highest peak from the drier, northern side of the mountain. Follow the Rongai Route, climbing the mountain from the north and descending via the popular Marangu Route with its diverse climate zones and stunning views. This route's gentle approach has a high success rate due to the slow ascent. You'll camp beside the only lake on the mountain and enjoy spectacular views over Kenya's Amboseli plains. Local guides, cooks, and porters will provide support during your trek and at campsites along the way.
Highlights
Follow a lesser-trekked path up Kilimanjaro, conquer Africa's highest peak, hike towards the summit through ever-changing ecosystems.
Accommodation
Simple hotels (2 nts), full-service alpine camping (5 nts).
Group Leader
Certified mountain guide throughout, local representative, cook, porters.
Group Size Notes
Max 12, avg 10.
Meals Included
7 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 5 dinners
What's Included
Your G for Good Moment: Moshi Women's Cooperative Visit, Moshi
Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group. 6-day guided group trek up Mt Kilimanjaro's Rongai Route with local guides, cooks, and porters. All permits and fees. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities.
7 nights from $2,889 per person
G Adventures: Mt Kilimanjaro Trek - Rongai Route
Day 1: Moshi
Arrive at any time.
Day 2: Moshi/Simba Camp
Climb up the less-visited northern slopes through varied ecosystems.
Day 3: Simba Camp/Kikelelwa Camp
Continue ascending with superb views of the eastern ice fields.
Day 4: Kikelelwa Camp/Mawenzi Tarn Camp
Ascend through grassy slopes up to an area with majestic views.
Day 5: Mawenzi Tarn Camp/Kibo Camp
Hike slowly through the famous "saddle" between the Mawenzi and Kibo peaks.
Day 6: Kibo Camp/Horombo Camp
Night hike to the Summit via Gillman's Point. Appreciate the beautiful sunrise before descending to Horombo Huts Camp.
Day 7: Horombo Camp/Marangu
Continue the descent through forested lower slopes to Moshi. Meet the mamas of the Moshi Women’s Cooperative, a G supported project, for a climbing ceremony.
Continue down through moorland to Mandara Hut (2770m), the first stopping place on the Marangu route. Descend through lovely lush forest on a good path to the National Park gate at Marangu (1879m). Transfer to hotel in Moshi for a well-deserved night in relative comfort.Time to relax, take a shower, and celebrate with a drink. Cheers to climbing Mt Kilimanjaro! Before dinner, you will be welcomed and congratulated on your climb by the mamas of the Moshi Women’s Cooperative, a project supported by G Adventures. They will present you with a gift and a certificate to remember all your efforts on the mountain.
Day 8: Moshi
Depart at any time.
All fares are quoted in US Dollars.
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