8 DAYS MT. KILIMANJARO / RONGAI ROUTE TREKKING

KILIMANJARO RONGAI ROUTE

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Good Earth Expedition LLC
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Duration: 8 days
Group size: 4 - 10
8 DAYS MT. KILIMANJARO / RONGAI ROUTE TREKKING
KILIMANJARO RONGAI ROUTE

Good Earth Expedition LLC
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5 reviews

Duration: 8 days
Group size: 4 - 10

About this trip

Description

Welcome to Mt. Kilimanjaro trekking expedition. This 8 day Kilimanjaro trek to the “Roof of Africa".  Mount Kilimanjaro is the tallest mountain in Africa and also the highest free-standing mountain in the world. The Rongai route ascends Kilimanjaro from the north-eastern side of the mountain, along the border between Tanzania and Kenya. It’s retains a sense of unspoilt wilderness and offers a different perspective on Kilimanjaro by approaching it from the north. The Rongai route use the scree summiting path from Kibo hut to Gilman’s point and descend via the Marangu route. In 8 day Rongai route, hike through a true wilderness area towards the jagged Mawenzi Peak, then cross a barren desert saddle, before climbing up Kibo’s eastern crater wall.


Mount Kilimanjaro is also home to some of the most diverse ecosystems in the world. Mount Kilimanjaro is made up of five distinct climate zones. 

  • Cultivation
  • Forest 
  • Heather-Moorland
  • Alpine Desert
  • Summit climate zones.

What’s included

  • All Transportation
  • Accommodation in Arusha
  • Full board Kilimanjaro
  • English speaking guides
  • Kilimanjaro Crews
  • All Park-fees
  • Air Rescue
  • 3 porters per person
    AS per Kilimanjaro National Park rugulationsto cary all their equipments and yours eat, tents, chairs, table, food, cooking facilities,
  • Camping fee
  • Four season tents
  • Kili Training tips/ideas
  • 2 first night
    For those arrive early than 3rd June extra charges will apply.
  • Oxygen tank
    2 per group
  • Kilimanjaro permit
  • Certificate

What’s not included

  • Alcoholic And Soft Drink
  • Laundry
    Available for extra charges
  • Visa (possible for $100
    We can assist with Visa
  • Gratuity/tipping
    This usually is given at the end of every trip/tour
  • Personal equipment

Available Packages

Single Occupancy Room

You will have your own four-season expedition tent while trekking Mt. Kilimanjaro and your own luxury semi-permanent tent while on safari.  While transitioning between excursions, you will stay in single-occupancy hotel rooms with en-suite bathroom and shower.

$3,800
Deposit: $760
Double Occupancy Room

You will share a four-season expedition tent while trekking Mt. Kilimanjaro and luxury semi-permanent tent while on safari with one other traveler or significant other. While transitioning between excursions, you will stay in double-occupancy hotel rooms with en-suite bathroom and shower. 

$3,300
Deposit: $660

Available options



Itinerary

11 Days Mt. Kilimanjaro
11 Days Mt. Kilimanjaro trekking Expedition

DAY - 1: Arrival
Welcome to Tanzania! Upon your arrival into Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), and after clearing customs and immigration, you will be met by your Tanzania Tribe Safari representative who will transfer you to your Hotel in Arusha. In the evening your guide who will brief you on your upcoming trek and do an equipment check to make sure you have all the necessary mountain gear. The missing gear can be rented on this day.


DAY - 2: Rongai Gate – 1st Caves Camp
Elevation (ft): 1950m to 2600m
Distance: 8km
Hiking Time: 5 hours
Habitat: Montane Forest
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

After an early breakfast at your hotel, you will be picked up from Arusha and driven to the Marangu Gate. At the gate, the porters will organize and pack the belongings for the hike while you and your guide register with the Tanzania National Park (TANAPA). You will then be transferred by vehicle to the Rongai trailhead, which is 2.5 hours away from the Managu Gate. The trail begins in the tall cornfields then leads into the pine forest. This trail has a gradual ascent and allows hikers to enjoy their surroundings. About halfway up the trail you will have a lunch break and you will reach the 1st Caves Camp (2600m) in the late afternoon or early evening. The porters and chef, who move very fast up the mountain, will reach camp before you and set up your tents, boil drinking water, and prepare snacks for your arrival. After washing up, a hot dinner will be served. For overnight, mountain temperatures may drop to freezing so be prepared! 


DAY - 3: 1st Caves Camp to Kikelewa Cave
Elevation (ft): 2600m to 2600m
Distance: 12km
Hiking Time: 6-7 hours
Habitat: Moorland
Following a hot breakfast, hikers will continue their ascent to Kikelewa Cave (3600m). The trail passes Second Cave (3450m) and this is a good spot to take a lunch break. Similar to the first night, your tents will be set up prior to arriving at camp and the porters will prepare drinking and washing water for you. You will enjoy evening snacks then dinner prepared by our chef. Be prepared for a cold night as temperatures drop below freezing at this exposed camp. 


DAY - 4: Kikelewa Cave to Mawenzi Tarn Camp
Elevation (ft): 3600m to 4330m
Distance: 12-15km
Hiking Time: 3-4 hours
Habitat: Moorland
On this day, hikers will enjoy a short, yet steep trail to Mawenzi Tarn Camp (4330m). In the moorland, you will spot exotic plants, including giant lobelia and groundsel. At camp, hikers will enjoy spectacular views and allow their bodies to acclimate. Hot dinner and washing water will be prepared for hikers as they enjoy the magnificent sunset.


DAY - 5: Mawenzi Tarn Camp (4330m) – Kibo Hut (4700m)
Elevation (ft): 4330m to 4700m
Distance: 15 - 18km
Hiking Time: 4-5 hours
Habitat: Alpine Desert
After breakfast, hikers will continue ascending east for a half-day hike to Kibo Hut. Kibo is located in the “Saddle,” which refers to the area located between the peaks of Mawenzi and Kibo in an alpine desert. There is no water at this camp, but hikers can buy mineral water and soft drinks at the camp office. An early dinner will be served so hikers can rest before attempting the summit the same night. Your guide will brief you in detail on how to prepare for summit night. Get to sleep by 19:00! 


DAY - 6: Kibo Hut – Uhuru Peak – Horombo Hut
Elevation (ft): 4700m to 5895m to 3720m
Distance: 21km
Hiking Time: 8 hours
Habitat: Stone scree / ice-cap summit
Your guide will wake you around 23:30 for tea and biscuits. You will then begin your summit attempt. The trail is rocky up to Hans Meyer Cave (5150m). You continue your ascent to Gillman’s point (5681m). Reaching this section is an impressive achievement as the trail is steep, rocky, and at high altitude. Gillman’s is located on the crater rim. From this point, you will usually experience a snow covered trail until you reach the summit, Uhuru Peak (5895m). Reaching the summit of Mt. Kilimanjaro is a lifetime accomplishment! You will be able to spend a short time on the summit taking photographs and drinking tea before the descent to Barafu begins. The hike down to Kibo Hut takes about 3 hours
At Kibo Hut, you will rest and enjoy a hot lunch in the sun. After eating, you will continue descending down to Horombo Hut (3720m). You will have a dinner, wash, and rest soundly at the hut after a strenuous day.


DAY - 7: Horombo Hut – Marangu Gate
Elevation (ft): 3720m to 1980m
Distance: 27km
Hiking Time: 6 hours
Habitat: Arctic
Very early in the morning (midnight to 2am), we continue our way to the summit between the Rebmann and Ratzel glaciers. You head in a northwesterly direction and ascend through heavy scree towards Stella Point on the crater rim. This is the most mentally and physically challenging portion of the trek. At Stella Point (18,600 ft), you will stop for a short rest and will be rewarded with the most magnificent sunrise you are ever likely to see (weather permitting). From Stella Point, you may encounter snow all the way on your 1-hour ascent to the summit. At Uhuru Peak, you have reached the highest point on Mount Kilimanjaro and the continent of Africa. Faster hikers will see the sunrise from the summit.
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.


DAY - 8: Departure
After breakfast and rest, we will Transfer you to Kilimanjaro International Airport for those returning home.

END OF YOUR TANZANIA JOURNEY.

 

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GE
Good Earth Expedition LLC
5 reviews
Good Earth Expedition is a travel company that offers classic tour packages to various destinations around the world. We specialize in small-group travel and provide flexibility and freedom for travelers to create their own experiences. Our unique selling point is our commitment to supporting local communities and our guarantee of the best price for our tours.Our unique program combines adventure with education. giving you the chance to make a real difference while seeing some of the most amazing places on earth. So come join us!

Reviews

JT
The entire experience was amazing! I cannot thank Good Earth Expeditions enough for a safe and rewarding trek to the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro. All of the Guides and porters are so kind and friendly. Good Earth also gave us an unforgettable and incredible Safari through Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Ngorongoro Crater and Serengeti National Parks. What an experience! I cannot recommend them enough.
By Jonathan T for 16 DAYS - TAHOE SPECIAL TRAVEL- KILIMANJARO CLIMB & SAFARI on Sep 26, 2023
The trip was magical for our family of four with two teens that joined a larger group that had just climbed Kilimanjaro. This trip should be at the top of everyone’s list. We saw the big five and many other animals, often very close to our safari trucks, including lions and elephants. The scenery and wildlife often left us stunned. The animals were often so close that all we needed was our iPhones to get crisp amazing pics. Our drivers were extremely dedicated and professional and Consea had a sharp eye and lots of knowledge, so we also saw a cheetah and leopard. Every place we stayed was amazing for service and often for scenery. At Burungi Lodge we had breakfast as more than 20 elephants gathered nearby in view from our deck, under a glowing sunrise. It was jaw-dropping. Safaris in Tarangire and Ngorongoro crater were out of this world, but every safari day was great. The road dust in the Serengeti was the only challenge, but it cannot be avoided, and seeing about a dozen lions on our first day of Safari there definitely made up for that. After several days of Safari trips, we also visited tribes, another profound experience. We also toured the farms, town and market of Mto Wa Mbu, also unforgettable. This is the best trip of our lifetime so far and the only comparison I can think of is the Galapagos islands, something my wife and I were also lucky to experience about 20 years ago. There, we were also mesmerized by the close-up wildlife, but the islands lacked the deep cultural experience that we have had here in Tanzania.
By Gayle M for 10 DAYS TANZANIA TOP SAFARI / MARBAN'S SPECIAL on Jul 20, 2023
I could not have dreamed up a better experience. Tumaini and Abby were incredible guides on the mountain. I ended up getting sick for two of the days and I felt incredibly safe and well taken care of. They asked the right questions to ensure my safety and did not stress me out any more than needed. I can honestly say I would not have made it to the top without their knowledge, confidence, and comfort. The chef, Jared cooked three INCREDIBLE meals per day. When I say incredible, I'm talking fried chicken with fries and pizza with fresh veggies. There was a delicious soup at each meal that became out favorite. The views through the whole lemosho route were stunning and fun to see so much as you are changing climates. The porters were incredibly kind and STRONG! Our safari guide, Assa was extremely knowledgeable. He knew everything we wanted to learn and more. During a two-day safari we were able to see the big 5! Incredible experience. Nothing like seeing a lion proudly walk down the path after making two kills... We felt well taken care of by Davine and she quickly became family. She has a beautiful heart and is very knowledgeable and nice to talk to. I went looking for a life changing experience in Tanzania and found that and more. I highly recommend GoodEarth.
By Hannah T for 14 DAYS MT. KILIMANJARO / LEMOSHO ROUTE + SHORT SAFARI on Nov 06, 2022
Oh Tanzania you stole our hearts. Trip of a lifetime. We climbed Kilimanjaro, went on a 3 day safari, and spent 5 days on Zanzibar. Every minute of the trip exceeded our expectations. The Good Earth Staff left nothing to chance, every detail was planned to perfection! Devine our coordinator was incredible. Very responsive 24/7. From airport transfers, to dinners out, to taking care of our laundry on a Sunday… She did it all. Our Guides (Tumaini, Abby, and Iisha) were simply amazing. Our experience and safety was always their main concern. Thank you so much for sharing your country and culture with us. And the porters on the climb! Wow, what a group of friendly hardworking people. It was a honor to spend a week with each of them. I cannot recommend Good Earth enough. Do not hesitate using this operation for your Tanzania adventure. We will cherish our memories always.
By Terri R for 12 DAYS MT. KILIMANJARO / LEMOSHO ROUTE TREKKING PROGRAM on Oct 07, 2022
Hello Teri and the rest of you. This means so much to all of us...Thanks so much and and it was a pleasure to have host you here with your family. Travel safe.
By Good Earth Expedition LLC on Oct 10, 2022
GE
This trip was a life-changing experience. Trekking the mountain gorillas and being in their presence was magical. The accommodations were beautiful and all of the people we interacted with were genuinely kind, welcoming, and caring. The hike up Mount Kilimanjaro was also life-changing — so much beauty, so much effort, so much reward. We felt cared for and safe the whole time and absolutely loved our team. It was a most excellent travel adventure and experience!
By Steven L for 15 DAYS RWANDA SAFARI & MT. KILIMANJARO TREKKING on Jun 18, 2022

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I just got back from from a two week safari in the Serengeti with Good Earth Expeditions! It was truly one of the most amazing experiences of my life! If you want to go on a safari this is your company! Great accommodations, excellent guides, delicious food, THE BIG 5, 100 BIRDS, and just so much fun!
By Nora W on 08 Nov, 2022
I just got back from from a two week safari in the Serengeti with Good Earth Expeditions! It was truly one of the most amazing experiences of my life! If you want to go on a safari this is your company! Great accommodations, excellent guides, delicious food, THE BIG 5, 100 BIRDS, and just so much fun!
By Nora W on 27 Sep, 2022