6 Days Kilimanjaro Climbing Rongai

Day to Day Itinerary

Arrival Day

Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) greeted by a friendly Gypsy Tours representative.

Transfer comfortably to your accommodation at Kilimanjaro Wonders Hotel in Moshi (overnight stay with breakfast).

Relax and enjoy amenities like a swimming pool and Wi-Fi.

Attend an evening briefing with experienced managers to ensure you're prepared for the climb.

Day 1: Nale Moru Gate – Simba Camp (2,635m)

Depart Moshi for a 4-5 hour drive through coffee plantations and villages to Nale Moru Gate in Kilimanjaro National Park.

Enjoy the scenic wooded terrain and winding trails while your guide shares insights on local flora and fauna.

Hike for 3-4 hours, gaining 638m in elevation, to Simba Camp near the first cave, offering spectacular views of Kenya's plains.

Expect cooler temperatures at this higher altitude.

Day 2: Simba Camp – Second Cave Camp (3,487m)

After breakfast, embark on a consistent ascent along the moorland path.

Hike for 5-6 hours, gaining 852m in elevation, enjoying views of Kibo and glimpses of the eastern crater rim's ice fields.

Second Cave Camp awaits you amidst thinning moorland shrubs. Temperatures will continue to drop.

Day 3: Second Cave Camp – Third Cave Camp (3,936m)

Following breakfast, continue your steady ascent into semi-desert terrain.

This shorter day brings you closer to the eastern ice fields, offering breathtaking scenery.

Be mindful of your body and inform your guide of any altitude sickness symptoms.

After 3-4 hours and 449m of elevation gain, you'll reach Third Cave Camp.

Day 4: Third Cave Camp – Kibo Huts (5,174m)

Depart Third Cave Camp early, entering the alpine desert for the remainder of your ascent.

Today's challenging hike takes you to Kibo Huts, just below the Kibo crater rim.

Here, you'll merge with the Marangu Route for the summit push.

Prepare your clothing and equipment, ensuring fresh headlamp and camera batteries.

Aim for an early bedtime (around 7 PM) to rest before your summit attempt.

Day 5: Summit Day - Uhuru Peak (5,895m) & Descent to Horombo Huts (3,721m)

Begin your summit attempt with an early morning start (midnight to 2 AM).

This is the most demanding part of the trek, both mentally and physically.

Ascend   through scree towards Stella Point on the crater rim, witnessing a   magnificent sunrise (faster hikers may see it from the summit).

Continue for 1 hour on a snow-covered trail to reach the pinnacle - Uhuru Peak (5,895m)!

Savor this once-in-a-lifetime achievement, capturing photos and enjoying the moment.

Descend to Kibo Huts for lunch and a short rest before continuing down to Horombo Huts.

Gaiters and trekking poles are highly recommended for the loose gravel and volcanic ash terrain.

Celebrate your accomplishment and enjoy your last night on the mountain.

Day 6: Horombo Huts – Marangu Gate – Moshi (Departure)

After breakfast, participate in a farewell ceremony with your crew.

Descend   for 6-7 hours to Marangu Gate, stopping at Mandara Huts for lunch   (tipping your guides, cooks, and porters is customary).

Receive   your summit certificates at the gate. Expect warmer, wetter, muddier,   and steeper terrain. Gaiters and poles are again recommended.

A vehicle will transfer you back to your Moshi hotel (around 45 minutes).

Enjoy a well-deserved hot shower, dinner, and celebrate your triumph before departure.

Departure Day

• Enjoy a leisurely breakfast at the hotel.
• Check out by 11:00 AM (late check-out options may be available for an additional fee).
• Transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your departing flight.  

Cost Includes:

• 2 Night accommodation at Kilimanjaro Wonders Hotel in Moshi, a day before trek and a day after trek
• Transportation to and from your selected route
• Quality, Waterproof, four-season private mountain sleeping tent
• Quality Mess tents with table and chairs
• Certified, experienced, English speaking mountain guides:
• All Tanzanian National Park Fees
• Government Climbing Taxes
• Climbing permits
• All hot Meals prepared by our cook while on Mountain
• Guides, Porters and Cook Salaries
• Fair and ethical treatment of Porters
• Enough porters to carry your luggage
• Safety Equipment
• Emergency Oxygen
• Pulse Ox meter
• Hot drinks at every meal
• Water provided on climb, mineral water for the first day and boiled water every day
• Emergency rescue fees
• Personal Summit Certificate signed by the National Park and your Guide

Cost Excludes:

• Personal items and toiletries
• Tips for guides, porters and cook (this is a guide to tipping on the mountain
• Tipping on Kilimanjaro from the trekking group (not per climber):      
  • Guides: $20/day/guide
  • Cook: $15/day
  • Porter: $10/day/porter
  • N/B: Our Guides, cooks and Porters are always satisfied with your thanks giving (tip) you have and not beyond your ability.
• International airfares and departure taxes
• All items of person nature such as telephone call, fax, email etc
• Alcoholic and non alcoholic drinks
• Laundry services
• Visa and International flight tickets fees.