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Mount Kilimanjaro - The Rongai route is a path for ascending Mount Kilimanjaro that originates from the north. This trail offers panoramic views of the mountain’s dual aspects as you make your descent via the Marangu gate. In contrast to the well-trodden Marangu route, Rongai offers a more solitary experience with a higher likelihood of reaching the summit. Although the scenery may be less varied, it provides an excellent opportunity to observe Kilimanjaro’s wildlife, including various bird species and colobus monkeys.
Following breakfast in the morning, your journey continues downhill, passing by the Mandara hut. You will proceed to descend to the Marangu gate, the starting point of your trek. Here, the office team will be awaiting your arrival, ready to transport you back to Moshi.
What’s included: Skilled Mountain Guides, cooks, and porters
Duration & Distance: Approximately 4 to 5 hours of descent covering a distance of 20 kilometers
Terrain: Moorland and dense forest
Altitude: From 3700 meters (12,200 feet) down to 1700 meters (5,500 feet)
Meals: Breakfast included.
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Rongai is one of the Kilimanjaro climbing routes that approaches the mountain from the north, the route gives great view of both sides of the Mountain as you will be descending through the Marangu gate. Apart from the popular Marangu route, Rongai is one of the less crowded routes with very high success chances. Though the rout is less scenic, but it gives the great chance of seeing the Kilimanjaro wildlife such as birds and the colobus monkeys.
The will starts with your breakfast then commence the morning hike which is a steady ascent up
to the Second Cave Camp located in the moorland zone where you will be having a superb view
of Kibo and the Eastern ice fields on the crater rim. From there you will have a rest for the next
day adventure.
Accompaniment: Experienced Mountain Guide/Guides, chef/chefs and porters
What to see: Kibo and the Eastern ice fields on the crater rim
Time and distance: 3 to 4hrs which is a distance of 5km
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
