I have never done climbing. So is this tour for inexperienced beginners?

This route easier than the Machame Route, and the success rate on the Rongai is very high, so normal fitness is required.

The accommodation for the night before and after the tour is exclusive, right?

You are definitely correct. The accommodation on arrival and last night after climb is not included, but we can arrange on request.

Do the tours start at any day or are there set dates?

Absolutely Yes!! We can offer this tour starting whenever, since our our tours are tailor made, then you can start whenever you are ready

What kind of equipment and clothes do I need? Can I hire things as well? What are the costs?

Anorak, fleece, pants, short and long sleeves t-shirt, gloves, thermal underwear, hat, balaclava/woollen hat, walking boots, woollen socks, gaiters, crampons, sun glasses / snow goggles, thermal water bottle, head lamp, walking pole, toiletries, chronographic wrist watch, sunscreen lotion, lip salve, Swiss army knife, hand towel, four- season sleeping bag, day pack, first aid kit and back pack cover *. Luggage allowance: We recommend a soft bag weighing maximum of 10 to 15 kgs per person. A reasonable amount of photographic equipment is allowed. The most common mistake that climbers make is that they over pack and bring way too much gear.

What temperatures do I have to expect in March?

Instead, the temperatures on Mount Kilimanjaro are determined more so by the altitude and time of day. At the beginning of the climb, at the base of the mountain, the average temperature is around 70 to 80 degrees Fahrenheit (21 to 27 degrees Celsius). From there, the temperatures will decrease as you move through Mount Kilimanjaro's ecological zones. At the summit, Uhuru Point, the night time temperatures can range between 20 and -20 degrees Fahrenheit (-7 to -29 degrees Celsius). Due to Mount Kilimanjaro's great height, the mountain creates its own weather. It is extremely variable and impossible to predict. Therefore, regardless of when you climb, you should always be prepared for wet days and cold nights.

What kind of accomodation is it?

For Rongai you sleep in tents (tents are included), and the porter pitch your tent for you. Meals are served in a dinner tent or on a blanket outside.

Will there be electricity during the tour to charge batteries for camera etc?

No.. You will have to carry extras batteries.

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Kilimanjaro Climb Rongai Route (7 Days)

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Start and end in Arusha

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It was the hardest thing I have ever done but with the help of the guides I can say I accomplished my goal.
Sherry, traveled in February
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Hiking & Trekking: Epic trails and breathtaking landscapes await
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Medium Intensity: Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
Guided in English: Other languages on request: Italian, French, Spanish
Group Size 2 - 6
All Ages Welcome

Itinerary

Day 1
Nale Muru
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided hike from Nale Muru through forest to Simba Camp
- Porter preparation and registration
Landmarks
Nale Muru
Simba Camp
First Cave
Day 2
Kikelewa Camp
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch at Second Cave), Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided ascent to Second Cave
- Guided hike across moorland toward Mawenzi peaks
- Exploration of Kikelewa Cave area
Landmarks
Second Cave
Mawenzi
Kikelewa Camp
Kikelewa Cave
Day 3
Mawenzi Tarn
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided climb to Mawenzi Tarn
- Afternoon exploration of Mawenzi Tarn area
Landmarks
Mawenzi Tarn
Mawenzi
Day 4
Mawenzi Tarn
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Optional acclimatization hike toward Mawenzi
Optional Activities
- Hike up toward Mawenzi
Landmarks
Mawenzi Tarn
Mawenzi
Day 5
Kibo Huts
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided crossing of saddle between Mawenzi and Kibo
- Transfer to Kibo Huts
Landmarks
Kibo
Kibo Huts
Day 6
Uhuru Peak
Meals
Breakfast (Light breakfast before midnight summit departure), Lunch (Lunch at Kibo Huts after summit), Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided summit climb from Kibo Huts to Uhuru Peak
- Guided descent to Horombo Huts
- Guide-led ascent with headlamp
Landmarks
Uhuru Peak
Gilman's Point
Kibo Huts
Horombo Huts
Day 7
Arusha/Moshi
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch at Mandara Huts)
Included Activities
- Guided descent through moorland to Mandara Huts
- Guided descent through forest to park gate
- Transfer from park gate to Arusha/Moshi hotel
Optional Activities
- Post-trek trips to Zanzibar beaches
- Serengeti National Park safari
- Ngorongoro Crater visit
- Lake Manyara National Park safari
- Tarangire National Park safari
- Arusha National Park safari
- Selous Game Reserve visit
- Mikumi National Park safari
- Ruaha National Park safari
Landmarks
Mandara Huts
Mount Kilimanjaro Park Gate

Landmarks
Nale Muru
Simba Camp
First Cave

Landmarks
Second Cave
Mawenzi
Kikelewa Camp
Kikelewa Cave

Landmarks
Mawenzi Tarn
Mawenzi

Landmarks
Mawenzi Tarn
Mawenzi

Landmarks
Kibo
Kibo Huts

Landmarks
Uhuru Peak
Gilman's Point
Kibo Huts
Horombo Huts

Landmarks
Mandara Huts
Mount Kilimanjaro Park Gate

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5.0
Accommodation
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Sherry
February 11th, 2013
We had the best guides ever on our trek up Mt. Kilimanjaro. Evance, Florence, Joseph and Daniel were kind,...
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Leah
Asked on January 25th, 2015
I have never done climbing. So is this tour for inexperienced beginners?
Other
- Shine Tours And TravelOperator•Written January 2015
  This route easier than the Machame Route, and the success rate on the Rongai is very high, so normal fitness is required.
L
Leah
Asked on January 25th, 2015
The accommodation for the night before and after the tour is exclusive, right?
Accommodation
- Shine Tours And TravelOperator•Written January 2015
  You are definitely correct. The accommodation on arrival and last night after climb is not included, but we can arrange on request.
L
Leah
Asked on January 25th, 2015
Do the tours start at any day or are there set dates?
Other
- Shine Tours And TravelOperator•Written January 2015
  Absolutely Yes!! We can offer this tour starting whenever, since our our tours are tailor made, then you can start whenever you are ready
L
Leah
Asked on January 25th, 2015
What kind of equipment and clothes do I need? Can I hire things as well? What are the costs?
Other
- Shine Tours And TravelOperator•Written January 2015
  Anorak, fleece, pants, short and long sleeves t-shirt, gloves, thermal underwear, hat, balaclava/woollen hat, walking boots, woollen socks, gaiters, crampons, sun glasses / snow goggles, thermal water bottle, head lamp, walking pole, toiletries, chronographic wrist watch, sunscreen lotion, lip salve, Swiss army knife, hand towel, four- season sleeping bag, day pack, first aid kit and back pack cover *.
  Luggage allowance: We recommend a soft bag weighing maximum of 10 to 15 kgs per person. A reasonable amount of photographic equipment is allowed.
  The most common mistake that climbers make is that they over pack and bring way too much gear.
L
Leah
Asked on January 25th, 2015
What temperatures do I have to expect in March?
Other
- Shine Tours And TravelOperator•Written January 2015
  Instead, the temperatures on Mount Kilimanjaro are determined more so by the altitude and time of day. At the beginning of the climb, at the base of the mountain, the average temperature is around 70 to 80 degrees Fahrenheit (21 to 27 degrees Celsius). From there, the temperatures will decrease as you move through Mount Kilimanjaro's ecological zones.
  At the summit, Uhuru Point, the night time temperatures can range between 20 and -20 degrees Fahrenheit (-7 to -29 degrees Celsius). Due to Mount Kilimanjaro's great height, the mountain creates its own weather. It is extremely variable and impossible to predict. Therefore, regardless of when you climb, you should always be prepared for wet days and cold nights.
L
Leah
Asked on January 25th, 2015
What kind of accomodation is it?
Accommodation
- Shine Tours And TravelOperator•Written January 2015
  For Rongai you sleep in tents (tents are included), and the porter pitch your tent for you. Meals are served in a dinner tent or on a blanket outside.
L
Leah
Asked on January 25th, 2015
Will there be electricity during the tour to charge batteries for camera etc?
Other
- Shine Tours And TravelOperator•Written January 2015
  No.. You will have to carry extras batteries.

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Kilimanjaro Climb Rongai Route (7 Days)

Itinerary

Nale Muru

Included Activities

Kikelewa Camp

Included Activities

Mawenzi Tarn

Included Activities

Mawenzi Tarn

Included Activities

Optional Activities

Kibo Huts

Included Activities

Uhuru Peak

Included Activities

Arusha/Moshi

Included Activities

Optional Activities

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