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Mount
Kenya Climbing -HikingMt Kenya Park
4
Days Sirimon Out Sirimon Route
5 Days Sirimon Out
Chogoria
5
Days Siriomon Peak Circuit
6
Days Sirimon Out Naro Moru Route
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Out Naro Moru
6 Days Sirimon Out
Chogoria
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Chogoria
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Climbing Gear and Equipments
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MOUNT
KILIMANJARO CLIMBING RONGAI - ROUTE FOR 7days / 6 nights. Price
540 USD per person
Mount Kilimanjaro Rongai Route,Kilimanjaro-Rongai Route The Rongai route
is much drier than the southern routes. Elephants and colubus monkeys
can be found on the way. As the ascent continues, climbers can enjoy spectacular
views over the immense Masai plains of Kenya
The Rongai
route ascents Kilimanjaro from the northeastern side of the mountain,
along the border between Tanzania and Kenya. This route retains a sense
of unspoilt wilderness and offers a different perspective on Kilimanjaro
by approaching it from the north.. Experienced guides consider the Rongai
route to be both easier and more scenic than the Marangu Trail. Summit
attempts begin in the pre-dawn hours, with climbers usually reaching Gillman's
Point at sunrise. For those who feel strong enough, an approximately three
hour round trip hike will take you from Gillman's Point to Uhuru Peak.
Day
01:
7 Days Climbing Mount Kilimanjaro Rongai Route
On arrival at Kilimanjaro Airport, met and assisted. Transfer to the hotel
for an overnight rest on bed and breakfast in readiness for the next day's
hit to Kilimanjaro.
Day
02: 7
Days Climb Mount Kilimanjaro Rongai Route
Rongai
Gate (1950m) - 1st Caves camp (2600m)
Hiking time: 5 hours | Distance: About 8 km's | Habitat: Montane forest
Register at the Marangu park gate with a transfer (approximately 2 ½
hours) to the Rongai trailhead. Meet your guide and porters before you
begin your hike from the Nale Moru village. The small winding path crosses
maize fields before entering pine forest, and then climbs gently through
a forest. The trail is not at all steep, but is rather a gentle hike through
beautiful country. The first night's camp is at First Cave, at about 2,600
metres.
There is a toilet and a wooden table with benches, but no hut. Water can
be found just down the trail below First Cave, B,L,D.
Day
03:
7 Days Climb Kilimanjaro Rongai Route Trail
1st Cave (2600m) - Kikelewa Cave (3600m) thirteen
Hiking time: 6-7 hours | Habitat: Moorlands
The trail continues up towards Kibo, passing Second Cave (3450m) en-route,
and reaching Kikelwa Cave at about 3600 metres. The views start to open
up and you begin to feel you're on a really big mountain! Water is in
the obvious stream below the cave, although you might have to wander downhill
a way to find some. Overnight at 3rd Cave camp (Kikelewa Caves), B,L,D.
Day
04:
7
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Kikelewa Cave (3600) - Mawenzi Tarn camp (4330m)
Hiking time: 3-4 hours | Habitat: Moorlands
A short but steep climb up grassy slopes offers superb views of this wilderness
area. The vegetation zone ends shortly before you reach your next camp
at Mawenzi Tarn spectacularly situated beneath the towering spires of
Mawenzi. Spend the afternoon acclimatizing and exploring the area, B,L,D.
Day
05:
7
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Mawenzi Tarn camp (4330m) - Kibo hut (4700m)
Hiking time: 4 - 5 hours | Habitat: Alpine desert
Continue ascending on the east side of Kibo crossing the saddle between
Mawenzi and Kibo taking 4 to 5 hours to reach Kibo Hut. The remainder
of the day is spent resting in preparation for the final ascent, which
begins around midnight. Overnight at Kibo Camp, B,L,D
Day
06: 7
Days Trekking Mount Kilimanjaro Rongai Route
SUMMIT ATTEMPT, Kibo hut (4700m) - Uhuru Peak (5895m) - Horombo hut
(3720m)
Hiking time: 8 hours to reach Uhuru, 6 hours to descend to Horombo |Distance:
6 km's ascent - 21 km's descent | Habitat: Stone scree and ice-capped
summit
You will rise around 23h30, and after some tea and biscuits you shuffle
off into the night. This is where the going really gets tough. The first
section of the trail consists of a rocky path to the Hans Meyer Cave (5150m),
also a good resting spot. The path then zigzags up to Gillman's point
(5 681m), which is located on the crater rim. This section is very steep
with a lot of stone scree, requiring a great physical and mental effort.
Probably the most demanding section of the entire route. Do the Kili shuffle
and move slowly.
From Gillman's Point you will normally encounter snow all the way up to
Uhuru peak (5895m), the highest point in Africa. Total exhilaration and
satisfaction - you made it. Weather conditions on the summit will determine
how long you can spend, taking photographs, before the 3-hour descent
back to Kibo hut. After a short rest you gather all your gear for the
ascent and head down to Horombo hut (3 hours) where you will overnight.
The return to Horombo hut will seem surprisingly fast compared to the
ascent. The total time spent walking on this day is around 14 hours, so
be prepared for a very tough day. Later in the evening you enjoy your
last dinner (with soft drink and beer for sale at the camp office) on
the mountain and well-earned sleep, filled with memories and stirring
emotions, B,L,D.
Day
07 : 7
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Horombo hut (3720m) - Marangu Gate (1980m)
Hiking time: 6 hours | Distance: About 27 km's
After breakfast you continue your descent (6 hours), passing the Mandara
hut, down to the Marangu gate. At Marangu gate you sign your name and
details in a register. This is also where successful climbers receive
their summit certificates. Those climbers who reached Gillman's Point
(5685m) are issued with green certificates and those who reached Uhuru
Peak (5895m) receive gold certificates. You now drive back to Moshi for
a long overdue hot shower, and celebrations!! Overnight in the Hotel.
Price of 540 US$ per person
Note:
Park Fees for the 5 nights 6Days is 810 USD per person payble at
the Gate with Visa/Master Card
Park Fees can also be paid in cash at the Bank in Arusha Prior to climbing
the mountain
Price
includes:
- 2 transfers
from Moshi to Rongai gate – return.
- 3 meals
a day while trekking – vegetarian/non vegetarian.
- 6 days
Kilimanjaro trek – Marangu route.
- 6 nights
accommodation in huts while trekking Marangu Route.
- 2 nights
hotel accommodation bed and breakfast in Moshi before and after climb.
- English
speaking mountain guide and assistant.
- Porters
– Minimum 2 per client.
- First
Aid Kit including Oxygen Kit.
Price
does not Include
- Park
fees (Park Fees for 6 nights 7Days 810 USD per person)
-
Items of personal nature
- Tips
for guides, porters and cook
- Entry
visa for Tanzania (US$50 per passport)- can get at Namanga border or
at Kilimanjaro airport
- All
health requirements (Hepatitis A, Yellow Fever, Meningitis)
travel insurance
- Airfares
and departure taxes
- .
Dinner on your arrival evening (about 8-20US$)
Making
it possible for climbers to achieve their dreams they are commited to!
SERVICES
Food
Food of a superior quality and variety offered for the duration of
your climb - we ensure we give well cooked and fresh foods- if you have
special diet kindly advise.
Management of your climb and Safari
Your
overall climb will be managed by a well respected safety and accident
investigation consultant for the Tanzania- and Kilimanjaro National
Parks, with many years of leadership and climbing experience .
Guides
and Porters
- Salaries
paid to your guides and porters as recommended TANAPA
- Senior
guides extensively trained out door leadership school
Equipment
Storm
proof sleeping tents, waterproof sleeping mat, camp table and camping
chairs see recommended gear lis
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