Rongai Route Mt Kilimanjaro

Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport.
Transfer to the hotel in Moshi (overnight stay).
Pre-climb briefing in the evening.

Elevation: 6,000 ft (1,800 m) to 8,500 ft (2,600 m)
Distance: 8 km (5 miles)
Depart from Moshi in the morning and travel to the Rongai Gate.
Begin the trek through pine forests, reaching Simba Camp for your first night.

Elevation: 8,500 ft (2,600 m) to 11,300 ft (3,400 m)
Distance: 5 km (3 miles)
Trek to the Second Cave, a shorter hike, allowing time for acclimatization.
Enjoy scenic views of the Kibo peak and spend the night at camp.

Elevation: 11,300 ft (3,400 m) to 11,800 ft (3,600 m)
Distance: 10 km (6.2 miles)
Hike through moorland to Kikelewa Camp, where you’ll enjoy dinner and overnight accommodations.
This day allows for some acclimatization and preparation for the ascent.

Elevation: 11,800 ft (3,600 m) to 14,400 ft (4,400 m)
Distance: 6 km (3.7 miles)
Trek through beautiful landscapes to Mawenzi Tarn, located at the base of Mawenzi Peak.
Spend the afternoon exploring the area and acclimatizing.

Elevation: 14,400 ft (4,400 m) to 15,500 ft (4,700 m)
Distance: 8 km (5 miles)
Depart Mawenzi Tarn and trek to Kibo Hut, where you’ll prepare for the summit attempt.
An early dinner and rest before beginning the ascent at midnight.

Elevation: Kibo Hut to Uhuru Peak (19,341 ft / 5,895 m) and back to Horombo Hut
Total elevation change: 19,341 ft to 12,500 ft
Depart Kibo Hut just after midnight to start the summit ascent to Uhuru Peak.
Celebrate reaching the summit, then start your descent back to Horombo Hut.

Elevation: 12,500 ft (3,800 m) to 6,000 ft (1,800 m)
Distance: 20 km (12.4 miles)
Complete your descent to Marangu Gate and receive your summit certificate.
Transfer back to Moshi and overnight stay at a hotel.