Machame / Rongai Route

The classic way to climb Kilimanjaro – experience stunning views, unique trails, and the summit of Africa's highest peak!

Rongai Route Itinerary

7-day Rongai Route / Fee Starting: USD 1860 / Distance: 15-20km per day / Height: 500-1000m ascent per day

Simba Camp

Day 1: Moshi - Nalemoru Gate(1,990m) - Simba Camp(2,625m)

Time: 2:50h | Distance: 6.86km | Height: 620m

Kikelelwa Camp

Day 2: Simba Camp(2,625m) - Kikelelwa Camp(3,630m)

Time: 5:00h | Distance: 11.6km | Up: 1070m | Down: 30m

Mawenzi Tarn Hut

Day 3: Kikelelwa Camp(3,630m) - Mawenzi Tarn Hut(4,330m)

Time: 2:10h | Distance: 3.7km | Up: 620m

Kibo Hut

Day 4: Mawenzi Turn(4,330m) - Kibo Hut(4,703m)

Time: 3:10h | Distance: 8km | Up: 510m | Down: 130m

Barafu Camp

Day 5: Kibo Hut(4,700m) - Barafu Camp(4,700m)

Time: 2:25h | Distance: 3.5km | Up: 570m

Summit & Mweka Camp

Day 6: Barafu Camp(4,700m) to Summit(5,895m) descent to Mweka Camp(3,100m)

Time: 10:50h | Distance: 16.6km | Up: 1,220m | Down: 2,790m

Mweka Gate

Day 7: Mweka Camp(3,100m) to Mweka Gate(1,800m) to Moshi

Time: 3:40h | Distance: 8.7km | Down: 1,420m

Climbing Package Includes & Excludes

Includes: Transfer, park fees, camping, meals, drinks, guides, crew, equipment, medical kit, porter (18kg), Kilimanjaro certificate.

Excludes: Airline tickets, visa, personal gear, snacks, medicine, tips, travel insurance.

Note: Best time to climb: June to October.

Trust the future, and let the journey begin.