6 Days Climbing Mount Kilimanjaro On The Rongai Route

The Rongai Route, which is a camping route, goes up the north slope of the mountain from where you can see the plains of Kenya to the north. To get to the start you drive anti-clockwise around the base of the mountain mainly on tarmac road with some rough road just before the gate. The Rongai Route is a steady climb up, which it is why it is important to monitor your body for signs of “Acute Mountain Sickness”. If you have a headache or feel nauseous, tell your guide. You must be quite fit to do this route in 7 days, and be aware of the challenges of altitude. This is one of the most economical options to climb Kilimanjaro, but it is not for the unfit.

Karibu (Welcome)! You will be met by some of your team form Dhow and Jeep Tours at the Airport and transferred to your hotel for dinner. After that your guide will brief you and you will have time to prepare your bags for tomorrows climb. Put all that you need for the summit, and the higher altitudes in a waterproof bag (max 16 kgs), which will be carried by the porters throughout the climb. Your personal belongings, camera, passport, anything you need while hiking will go into your small waterproof day pack. Anything you need for the rest of your holiday can be left with us and locked in our office lock up.