7 day Rongai Route

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Rongai Route (GOOD) The Rongai route is the only route that approaches Kilimanjaro from the north, close to the Kenyan border. Though gaining popularity amongst climbers, Rongai has low traffic. It is the preferred route for those looking for an alternative to the crowded Marangu route, for those who would like a more remote hike, and for those who are climbi...
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Overview

Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Full schedule

Highlights

    • Attractive forest that shelters a variety of wildlife
    • Smaller path towards the jagged peaks of Mawenzi
    • Superb all-around views and a tangible sense of wilderness
    • Walk up onto the Saddle towards Camel’s Back

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    Rongai Route (GOOD) The Rongai route is the only route that approaches Kilimanjaro from the north, close to the Kenyan border. Though gaining popularity amongst climbers, Rongai has low traffic. It is the preferred route for those looking for an alternative to the crowded Marangu route, for those who would like a more remote hike, and for those who are climbing during the rainy season (the north side receives less precipitation). The minimum number of days required for this route is six days, and seven days are recommended. Although the scenery is not as varied as the western routes, Rongai makes up for this by passing through true wilderness areas for days before joining the Marangu route at Kibo camp. This route descends down the Marangu route. Rongai is a moderately difficult route, and is highly recommended, especially for those with less backpacking experience.

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Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeIntimate group - 12 max
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityKilimanjaro
End CityMarangu

Travel Themes

  • Hiking & Walking
  • Nature & Wildlife

Destinations

  • Africa

Attractions

  • Mt. Kilimanjaro

Activities

  • Caving
  • Hiking
  • Mountaineering
  • Nature
  • Rock Climbing
  • Wildlife viewing

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Itinerary

Day 0

Arrive Kilimanjaro International Airport, where you will be met by a Gazelle Adventures representative and transferred to your hotel in Moshi. Evening briefing at hotel to prepare you for the climb ahead, followed by group dinner, an opportunity for the group to get t...

DAY 1

Rongai Gate to Rongai Cave

Elevation (ft): 6,398 ft to 9,300 ft

Distance: 7 km

Hiking Time: 3-4 hours

Habitat: Rain Forest

We take a ride to Marangu to complete the necessary registration formalities, before to Rongai. The climb begi...

DAY 2

Rongai Cave to 2nd Cave to Kikelewa Cave

Elevation (ft): 9,300 ft to 11,811 ft

Distance: 12 km

Hiking Time: 6-8 hours

Habitat: Health

The morning walk is a steady ascent up to the Second Cave (11,300 ft) with superb views of Kibo and...

DAY 3

Kikelewa Cave to Mawenzi Tarn

Elevation (ft): 11,811 ft to 14,160 ft

Distance: 5 km

Hiking Time: 3-4 hours

Habitat: Alpine Desert

A short but steep climb is rewarded by superb all-around views and a tangible sense of wilderness. We l...

DAY 4

Mawenzi Tarn to Mawenzi Ridge to Mawenzi Tarn

Elevation (ft): 14,160 ft to14,400 ft to 14,160 ft

Distance: 4 km

Hiking Time: 2-4 hours

Habitat: Alpine Desert

A day to acclimatize with a walk up onto the Saddle towards Camel’s Back. Camp at Mawenzi Tarn Hut (14,200 ft). [2-3 hours walking] 

DAY 5

Marwenzi Tarn to Kibo Hut

Elevation (ft): 14,160 ft to 15,430 ft

Distance: 8 km

Hiking Time: 5-6 hours

Habitat: Alpine Desert

We cross the lunar desert of the saddle between Mawenzi and Kibo to reach Kibo Hut (15,400 ft) at the botto...

DAY 6

Kibo Hut to Uhuru Point to Horombo Hut

Elevation (ft): 15,430 ft to 19,341 ft to 12,205 ft

Distance: 22 km

Hiking Time: 10-13 hours

Habitat: Arctic

We start the final and most demanding part of the climb by torchlight around 1 a.m. W...

DAY 7

Horombo Hut to Marangu Gate

Elevation (ft): 12,205 ft to 6,046 ft

Distance: 20 km

Hiking Time: 5-7 hours

Habitat: Rain Forest

A steady descents takes us down through moorland to Mandara Huts (8,900 ft). We then continue descending th...

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Gazelle Adventures is a licensed Tanzania excursions specialist! Tanzania is our only business, the ultimate African safari, mountain climbing, beach holiday, culture and day tour destination! Other companies offer tours to all over Africa and beyond, which inevitably makes them generalists. We specialize in safaris and mountain climbs only to Tanzania! Accordingly, we have devoted all of our energy and resources to becoming the Tanzania experts, so that we can deliver to you the most rewarding experience and finest safari possible.

Everything is carried out in comfort and style that rewards our visitors tremendously with a memorable vacation experience that sticks in their minds and hearts, and makes one want to come back again and again or even want to stay forever.!! Together with the clients assistance we design tailor made package itineraries into the wild and high altitude elevations, including Mount Kilimanjaro, Meru, Ol'doinyo Lengai and other peaks of the Ngorongoro highlands as well as Mount Kenya. All provided in luxury, standard and budget lodges or camping, as well as Zanzibar Island's and mainland beach resorts that suite individual or group preferences.

Our History

Established in 2012 by Christopher S. Kilawila  - a well-known figure in the tourism scenario of our Country. Gazelle Adventures, with registered office in Moshi has made a name for itself as a brand signifying quality and reliability, a benchmark for people wishing to travel in full freedom and at the same time be able to rely on constant and discreet assistance. Operating successfully in the medium-high end of the market, Gazelle Adventures has won the trust of an exclusive and highly demanding customer base. Gazelle Adventures is able to propose – under the Gazelle Adventures brand name – tours characterized by the fascination of the sites, the luxury of the accommodation facilities and the quality of the service offered, with the richest choice of locations in every continent: a veritable global collection, carefully thought out and rich with opportunities.

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 The best added value we can offer to those who choose to buy a Gazelle Adventures vacation lies in the experience acquired over so many years of activity and especially in our love for travel, which enables us, day after day, to offer something more to our customers. For them we have selected many of the most exciting destinations in Tanzania, the most exclusive itineraries, the most comfortable hotels, with a special focus on solutions designed to satisfy the specific requirements of clientele, offering a choice between wildlife safaris, pure beach relaxation holidays, adventure trekking, cultural tours and special packages combining culture and leisure, and, for those wishing to concentrate the emotions of a journey in a few days, the opportunity to do so over the span of a weekend.

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Absolute respect for the host locations and unwavering dedication have enabled us to grow professionally together with our partners, so that oftentimes we are perceived by the latter as the best choice on account of the utmost degree of reliability that we can ensure. It is the same dependability that is appreciated day after day by the people who travel with us and can count on the constant and discreet assistance of qualified staff, always mindful of the needs of our guests and at the same time qualified supervisors of the quality of the services offered.

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The Tanzania is our home and thanks to our strong experience we at Gazelle Adventures are able to offer travel solutions in every corner of our wonderful country. This applies in particular, to the deep and mysterious destinations in Tanzania, featuring stunning scenery, fabulous natural reserves, splendid beaches, great peaks.

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For those who have little time available but want to capture the best in terms of colors and flavors, those who want to get to know a place they’ve never seen or go back to a location visited before, those who love freedom but want to rely on punctual and timely assistance. Our highly qualified experts are at your disposal with plenty of tips and exhaustive information, so that we can work together to define a plan and personalize it in every respect, to enable you to enjoy – if only just for a few days – an experience you will never forget.

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You can remain continuously in contact with Gazelle Adventures, be informed of new proposals, receive advice and valuable tips from its experts. www.gazelleadventures.com is the new website that enables you to communicate as quickly as possible with the world of Gazelle Adventures, to learn about new proposals, promotional initiatives, up-to-the-minute price lists. A rich source of descriptions, images, in-Travel with Us

At Gazelle Adventures Tours and Travel we are excursions specialist! Tanzania is our only business, the ultimate safari destination! Other companies offer tours to all over Africa and beyond, which inevitably makes them generalists. We specialize in safaris and mountain climbs only to Tanzania! Accordingly, we have devoted all of our energy and resources to becoming the Tanzania experts, so that we can deliver to you the most rewarding experience and finest safari possible. Our ongoing efforts include:

  • Developing optimal safari itineraries
  • Monitoring weather and wildlife movements
  • Finding and retaining the top driver-guides
  • Perfecting logistics
  • Inspecting lodge and camp quality

We are committed to providing you with an unsurpassed level of service before, during, and after your safari. We will be there for you at every step of the way arranging every minute detail of your trip. We offer personalized care and attention; our representative/guide, Robb is easily accessible in our office. We believe our attention to detail is second to none. Our aim is to provide you with a highly personalized one-stop safari shop. We are available seven days a week to answer your questions and listen to your concerns. We will take care of every detail including, but not limited to, the following:

  • Working with you to develop the most optimal safari itinerary that best suits your needs, requirements and interests
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Safari briefings

We realize that you have many choices available from which to book your safari. However, we believe that we offer a truly unique and highly customized safari adventure. We love what we do and it shows! Our customers define us and we strive to exceed your expectations by overwhelming you with prompt attention, enthusiasm and expertise

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We realize that one of the most important factors for a successful African safari lies in the number and quality of wildlife encounters. Accordingly, our goal is to get you as close to the action as safely possible by putting you in the right places at the right times. The amazing abundance of wildlife in Tanzania is due to the adaptation of many species of herbivores to a migratory existence. Due to this migratory behavior of many animals, some areas will be prolific with animals in one month and almost devoid of life in another month. We understand these wildlife patterns and all of our itineraries are tailored to the specific month of travel to facilitate the most optimal game viewing conditions. By putting you in the right areas at the right times, you will be assured superb wildlife viewing. This is our specialty, which enables us to provide you with amazing encounters with the most sought after animals including lion, leopard, elephant, cheetah, rhinoceros and the great wildebeest migration.

Additionally, there are no mileage or game drive limitations on any safari. You may game drive and wildlife view as much or as little as you wish. Some people enjoy wildlife viewing from sunrise to sunset. Others prefer a more leisurely pace with two shorter game drives each day. Still others prefer less emphasis on game drives and an increased emphasis on other activities including walking, shopping, cultural interactions or just relaxing. We offer the flexibility to meet each individual's specific tastes.

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Many companies offer fixed safari departure itineraries, which provide for few choices.  We do not.  All of our safaris are built around your schedule and not ours.  We understand that you demand flexibility and our goal is to provide unlimited choices to meet the requirements of your busy life.  You may depart on the day of your choice and for the duration of your choosing.

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  • Traveling in well-maintained custom fitted four wheel drive safari vehicles
  • No mileage restrictions while wildlife viewing
  • Traveling with experienced and knowledgeable Tanzanian guides who are fluent in English and passionate about our country.

At Gazelle Adventures Tours and Travel we design all our own itineraries based on our on-the-ground, first-hand experience. Between our office in Moshi, Tanzania and our knowledgeable Swedish representative, we take care of every detail to ensure you have the trip of a lifetime!

Personalized Itineraries

Every one of our safaris is custom designed based upon your personal interests and requirements. Many other companies offer set itineraries that utilize the same lodges and visit the same locations regardless of the time of year or customer preferences. You will frequently see itineraries utilizing the same chain lodge in all the parks visited (i.e. Sopa, Wildlife or Serena chains). Though we may recommend these lodges on certain itineraries (depending on your requirements and season of travel), we certainly would not book the same type of lodge for the entirety of your trip. This would inevitably lead to a very sterile and one-sided experience.

We do not have set itineraries or preferred relationships with any major lodging chain. We are able to make reservations at any of the lodges and do so based upon what interests you. We are committed to work with you to design the most optimal itinerary. A safari to Africa is usually a once in a lifetime trip and you should receive no less than the very best.

Private Safari Leaders

All our safaris are also private safaris.  Other companies mix groups of up to twelve different individuals thereby reducing the overall transportation cost (vehicle and guide) and increasing their profit, as much of these savings are not passed on to you.  We do not mix groups unless requested.  We believe that a private safari provides the best way to experience the parks, wildlife and scenery of Tanzania.  It offers the freedom, flexibility, and choices that you deserve.  A place as wild and spectacular as the Serengeti is sometimes best absorbed in serene solitude with just yourself and the people you feel comfortable with.  We feel that it would be a great injustice to be dealing with cultural niceties and group dynamics while surrounded by one of the most untamed and prolific wilderness areas left on the planet.

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