Rongai Route, Silver Level Climb (On Request)

What's Included

• Tour Guide

  Operated with English- and German-speaking professional mountain crew. All guides have 'Wilderness First Responder' and 'Wilderness First Aid' certificates, along with over 7 years of experience in climbing.

• Accommodation

  Includes 2 nights' hotel accommodation and 5 nights' camp accommodation.

• Meals

  3 square meals daily on the mountain, including different soups, garnishes, several types of fish and meat, fresh fruit and vegetables; water, tea, and coffee. Breakfasts at the hotel before and after the ascent.

• Transport

  Arrival and departure shared transfer in an air-conditioning vehicle from/to Kilimanjaro International Airport, transfer to the trailhead, and transfer to the hotel.

• Entrance Fees & Activities

  All entrance fees and activities mentioned in the itinerary, including hikes from Nalemuru Gate to Simba Camp, and various other camps.

• Other

  Includes Meet & Greet at Kilimanjaro International Airport, a porter for each participant, Kilimanjaro National Park permits and rescue fees, camping/hut fees, modern tents, oxygen systems, pulse oximeters, first aid kit, warm sleeping pads, group equipment, meeting the group at the National Park exit, and international certificates for a successful ascent.

What's Not Included

• Visa Fees

  Visa fees are not included in the tour package.
  
  

• Flights

  Domestic and international flights are not included.
  
  

• Meals at Hotel

  Lunch and dinner at the hotel before and after the ascent are not included.
  
  

• Personal Gear Rentals

  Rentals for personal gear are not included.
  
  

• Tips

  Tips for the mountain crew are not included.
  
  

• Insurance

  Mountaineering and Flying Doctor insurance are not included.
  
  

• Sleeping Bags

  Sleeping bags are not included in the package.
  
  

• Portable Toilet and Shower

  Available upon additional cost as an optional extra.
  
  

• Optional Tours

  Optional tours, if any, are not included.
  
  

• Personal Expenditures

  Expenditures of a personal nature, drinks, meals, or items not stated explicitly in the program are not included.
  
  

• Travel Insurance

  Travel insurance or any loss or extra cost arising due to unforeseen circumstances such as flight delays, accidents, etc.
  
  , are not included.
  
  

Requirements

Passengers arriving in Tanzania may be asked to present a valid Yellow Fever Vaccination Certificate. Travellers’ cheques are generally not accepted in East Africa. US banknotes cannot be older than 2004 and must have the latest security markings (large portrait of the president).

KIT LIST:

• Small backpack (20–40 litres) for your daily necessities
• Large duffel bag for your belongings, which will be carried by a porter (80–120 litres)
• Sleeping bag (designed for up to -15°C)
• Rain poncho, a water-proof covering for your backpack 
• Hiking boots with a water-repellent layer and good protector 
• Gym shoes for the first days of the climb and to change at the camp 
• Hiking pants for the first days of the climb (2 pairs) 
• Waterproof pants
• Warm ski pants (designed for -15°C)
• T-shirts, long sleeve shirts (4–5 pieces) 
• Soft-shell or fleece jacket 
• Windproof jacket
• Insulated jacket for -15°C is an absolute necessity for the final ascent to the summit
• Thermal underwear for active sports (preferably 2 pairs)
• Light trekking gloves
• Mittens/gloves designed for -15°C for the final ascent to the summit
• Hiking socks (4–5 pairs)
• Gaiters for protection against dust/snow
• Cap/Panama hat/hat to protect your face and neck against the equatorial sun
• Fleece hat
• Balaclava for wind protection during the final summit ascent
• Alpine sunglasses or googles 
• Headlamp + extra batteries 
• Trekking poles 
• Water flasks (2 litres in total); the flask may be substituted by a water bladder installed in your backpack 
• SPF 40-50+ sunblock 
• Lip balm
• Towel, soap, toothpaste, toothbrush
• Personal medication in case of a chronic disease
• Snacks and energy bars, chocolate and nuts

Please Note

• On Day 1, the check-in starts from 02:00 pm
• On the last day, the check-out is at 11:00 am. In case you need a late check-out because of an evening flight, there is the option to extend your hotel stay for an extra fee (available as an optional extra)
• There is no guarantee that you will be part of a group, or part of the same group during the tour
• Please note that if you select the Extra Acclimatization Night, the services will be moved one day ahead
• On your first day at this altitude, it is strongly recommended you heed the following instructions from this point on (1) Abstain from consuming alcohol and caffeine (2) Drink over 4 litres of bottled water daily (little by little, frequently). At night you may experience discomfort associated with acclimatization to the high altitude: because of a reduction in your waking breathing pattern, your body gets less oxygen than during the day. Taking altitude into account, you may therefore start feeling sick and have a headache. Pay attention to your own body and tell your guide if you start feeling any symptoms of altitude sickness
• Day 4: The acclimatization hike is an easy trek with a slight gain in altitude done in order to speed up the acclimatization process. You should take the acclimatization hikes very seriously. They help increase your chances of successfully summiting Kilimanjaro and save you from the consequences of altitude sickness
• Day 6: 90% of all accidents occur during descent. Please pay attention to your feet, as there is a high risk of damaging your toenails
• We reserve the right to change itineraries and activities due to weather conditions, technical problems or security reasons
• Early check-in, late check-out, connecting or adjoining rooms in the hotel are subject to availability and not guaranteed
• In many hotels in Tanzania, the triple rooms are a double room with an additional bed or sofa bed. Their comfort conditions are lower than the international standards of the triple room
• No refund for unused services. Splitting of the package is not allowed  

Accommodation options

ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS

Day 1, 7 Moshi

• Standard Hotel Category = Aishi Machame Hotel or similar 3*

Day 2 Simba Camp

• Standard Hotel Category = Standard Tent | Standard Camp or similar

Day 3 Kikilewa Camp

• Standard Hotel Category = Standard Tent | Standard Camp or similar

Day 4 Mawenzi Camp

• Standard Hotel Category = Standard Tent | Standard Camp or similar

Day 5 School Hut Camp

• Standard Hotel Category = Standard Tent | Standard Camp or similar

Day 6 Horombo Camp

• Standard Hotel Category = Standard Tent | Standard Camp or similar

OPTIONAL EXTRA

Post-night Moshi

• Standard Hotel Category = Aishi Machame Hotel or similar 3*

Accommodation options

ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS

Day 1, 7 Moshi

• Standard Hotel Category = Aishi Machame Hotel or similar 3*

Day 2 Simba Camp

• Standard Hotel Category = Standard Tent | Standard Camp or similar

Day 3 Kikilewa Camp

• Standard Hotel Category = Standard Tent | Standard Camp or similar

Day 4 Mawenzi Camp

• Standard Hotel Category = Standard Tent | Standard Camp or similar

Day 5 School Hut Camp

• Standard Hotel Category = Standard Tent | Standard Camp or similar

Day 6 Horombo Camp

• Standard Hotel Category = Standard Tent | Standard Camp or similar

OPTIONAL EXTRA

Post-night Moshi

• Standard Hotel Category = Aishi Machame Hotel or similar 3*

Mode of Transport

The tour includes shared transfers in an air-conditioned vehicle from Kilimanjaro International Airport to the hotel, as well as transfers to the trailhead and back to the hotel after the climb.

Accommodation

Enjoy 2 nights in a comfortable hotel in Moshi and 5 nights camping in standard tents at various camps along the Rongai Route, including Simba, Kikilewa, Mawenzi Tarn, School Hut, and Horombo Camps.