Duration: 6 Days and 5 Nights Price: $1,400 Day 1: Arrival in Tanzania The Rongai route begins its ascent of Kilimanjaro from the northeastern side of the mountain, along the border between Tanzania and Kenya. Experienced guides consider the Rongai route to be both easier and more scenic than the Marangu Trail. Summit attempts begin in the pre-dawn hours, with climbers usually reaching Gillman's Point at sunrise. For those who feel strong enough, an approximately three hour round trip hike will take you from Gillman's Point to Uhuru Peak. Private climbs are available year round at an additional cost. Kilimanjaro Trekking Stage 1 ~ RONGAI CAMP Altitude: 6,396' to 8,530'; Hiking time: 3 hours. Register at the Marangu park gate and transfer by Land Rover (approximately two and a half hours) to the Rongai trailhead. Meet your climbing staff and begin hiking from the village of Nale Moru. The small winding path crosses maize fields before entering pine forest, and then climbs gently through a forest sheltering a variety of wildlife, including the Kilimanjaro Colobus monkey. Our campsite is on the edge of the moorland zone with expansive views of the Kenyan plains. [BLD]   Day 2: KIKELEWA CAVES Kikelewa Caves Altitude: 8,530' to 11,320'; Hiking time: 6-7 hours. Challenging ascent to the "Second Cave" where you will relax and take lunch with superb views of Kibo and the ice fields on the crater rim. After lunch proceed towards the jagged peaks of Mawenzi, where we camp in a sheltered valley near Kikelewa Caves. [BLD].   Day 3: MAWENZI TARN Altitude: 11,320' to 14,210'; Hiking time: 3-4 hours. A short but steep climb up grassy slopes offers superb views of this wilderness area. The vegetation zone ends shortly before we reach our next camp at Mawenzi Tarn spectacularly situated beneath the towering spires of Mawenzi. Spend the afternoon acclimatizing and exploring the area. [BLD]   Day 4: KIBO CAMPSITE Altitude: 14,210' to 15,580'; Hiking time: 4-5 hours. We cross the saddle between Mawenzi and Kibo to reach Kibo Campsite. The remainder of the day is spent resting in preparation for the final ascent. [BLD]   Day 5: FINAL ASCENT-HOROMBO CAMP Altitude: 15,580' to 18,650' (Gillman's Point) to 19,340' (summit) then down to 12,200'; Hiking time: 12-16 hours. Begin the final, steepest and most difficult part of the ascent at 1:00am. Hike slowly on a switchback trail through loose volcanic scree to reach the crater rim at Gillman's Point. Rest for a short time to enjoy the spectacular sunrise over Mawenzi. For those who feel strong enough, continue (3 hrs roundtrip) to Uhuru Peak passing close to spectacular glaciers and ice cliffs in the summit area. Descend to Kibo for lunch and a rest then continue down the Marangu route to our Horombo Camp. [BLD]   Day 6: DESCENT TO MARANGU Altitude: 12,200' to 6,250'; Hiking time: 5-6 hours. Descend steadily through the moorland, past Mandara Hut and through a lush rain forest to the Marangu park gate. Dinner and overnight at the Bristol Cottage [B&B]   Details: Land Costs Include: All hotel accommodations mentioned (Sharing room) All ground transfer specify to this itinerary All group equipment for the climb (tent and mattress) All park fees and camp fees for clients and staff All meals as specify to this program- B,L,D = B-Breakfast L = Lunch D= Dinner B&B - Bed and Breakfast Land Costs Do Not Include International round-trip airfare to Tanzania Visa for Tanzania Meals and hotel outside the regular itinerary Personal gear Single-room supplement for Hotel Single personal tent while trekking Medical /Evacuation trip insurance Charges incurred as a result of delays beyond of High Peaks expeditions Ltd. Tips and gratuities NB: High peaks expeditions is working hand to hand with Orphanage at Huruma Children trust - Arusha. Note that 2% of the money paid for the tour is going direct to support this centre.

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