Rongai Route
The Only Northern Approach
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About This Trek
Rongai starts near the Kenyan border and offers a unique perspective of the mountain. It's generally drier than other routes.
Trip Highlights
Quick Facts
Detailed Itinerary
Every day has been carefully planned for optimal acclimatization, scenery, and experience.
The Experience
Welcome to Tanzania. Airport meet-and-greet by your Mashuba guide, followed by hotel check-in and a full pre-climb briefing. The evening briefing covers the full seven-day itinerary, acclimatization strategy, and altitude safety protocols. Welcome dinner served at your hotel.
Inclusions & Exclusions
What's Included
- All park fees & conservation fees
- Professional KINAPA-licensed mountain guide
- Assistant guide (1 per 3 climbers)
- Experienced porter team (1 porter per climber)
- Airport transfers (arrival & departure)
- All meals on the mountain
- Welcome & farewell dinner in Moshi
- Camping equipment (tents, mats, dining tent)
- Safety: Oxygen & pulse oximeter
- Kilimanjaro summit certificate
Not Included
- International flights & Visa
- Travel & medical insurance
- Personal trekking gear & clothing
- Tips for guides & porters
- Items of personal nature
Prices & Booking
All prices are per person. Larger groups enjoy better rates.
* * Prices vary with group size.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dry and remote.
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