The Rongai Route is a tranquil, lesser-traveled path to Mount Kilimanjaro’s summit, starting from Nale Muru near the Kenyan border and ending at Marangu Gate. This 7-day climb features a gradual ascent, ideal for acclimatization, and offers stunning landscapes and diverse terrain, from lush rainforests to barren alpine deserts. Trekkers will encounter a variety of wildlife, including colobus and blue monkeys, forest elephants, and a rich array of birdlife in the rainforest zone. As the trail ascends through the moorland, alpine desert, and arctic zones, sightings of sunbirds, hyraxes, unique flora like Giant Groundsels and Lobelias, and hardy birds such as the Alpine Chat and White-necked Raven become highlights. The serene and scenic journey through Kilimanjaro’s diverse ecological zones, coupled with lower traffic and rich biodiversity, makes the Rongai Route a memorable and rewarding adventure.
Welcome to your adventure with Williamson Adventures! Upon your arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, our friendly representative will be there to greet you. You’ll be transferred to your hotel in Moshi, which is situated at an elevation of 890m/2,920ft.
Once settled in, you’ll meet with your guide for a comprehensive climb briefing. This session will cover the upcoming trek, ensuring you are well-prepared and informed. After the briefing, we’ll conduct an equipment check to make sure you have everything needed for a successful and safe climb. Any missing gear can be rented or purchased at our Store.
The rest of the day is at your leisure to explore Moshi, relax, and prepare for the adventure ahead. Enjoy a comfortable overnight stay at your hotel, where you can rest and acclimate to the local climate.
After breakfast and a heartfelt ceremony of appreciation and team bonding with your crew, it’s time to say goodbye. Continue the descent, stopping at Mandara Huts for lunch. Remember to tip your guides, cooks, and porters as you will be leaving them here. Return to Marangu Gate to receive your summit certificates. The terrain is wet, muddy, and steep, so we highly recommend gaiters and trekking poles. A vehicle will drive you back to your hotel in Moshi (about 45 minutes). Enjoy a well-deserved hot shower, dinner, and this mark the end of Rongai Route 7 Days – Kilimanjaro Trek
EXCELLENT Based on 58 reviews Haifeng W2024-09-26Verified Fantastic safari experience in Serengeti William is very easy to communicate and always responsive! Our safari guide Boniface is the best!! We got to see all big fives as we wish!! Jianhui H2024-08-30Verified Excellent Service by Williamson Adventure We had an exceptional experience with Williamson Adventure, arranging two activities with them back-to-back: a safari and a Kilimanjaro climb. Despite finalizing our plans just a week before departure, they managed everything seamlessly, and the pricing remained standard with a generous discount from the owner. For the safari, booking a tented camp usually requires advance notice, but after we confirmed our plans, the owner personally took the time to call and email the hotels repeatedly to check availability. Our safari guide was extremely professional and experienced. Thanks to his expertise, we were able to see all of the Big Five, including a rhino that we photographed up close. The entire safari was a fantastic experience.This positive experience led us to choose Williamson Adventure for our subsequent Kilimanjaro climb. After finalizing the itinerary, the owner personally took us to rent the necessary equipment, even staying with us until 9 PM. He also recommended some excellent local restaurants. The climbing guides and staff were incredibly warm, friendly, and professional, always attentive to our physical condition and well-being. They provided invaluable assistance throughout the climb, helping us successfully reach the summit. We are extremely grateful for the services provided by the company and its staff. We highly recommend Williamson Adventure! Melissa M2024-08-19Verified 6-Day Tarangire, Serengeti, & Ngorongoro Crater Safari Tour Wonderful experience overall. William was very accommodating and flexible! The guides were experienced and knowledgeable. We managed to see the Big 5 and more! CELINE F2024-08-18Verified 6-Day Tarangire, Serengeti, & Ngorongoro Crater Amazing experience of a lifetime. Williamson Adventures are a reliable & trustworthy company. Unforgettable experience CelineMALAYSIA Chao M2024-08-03Verified A team of professionals that I would recommend WilliamsomAdventures is a very recommendable Safari team, in the pre-consultation and confirmation of details William gave me the biggest feeling of professionalism and reliability. As I was travelling alone with my children on the safari, I was very satisfied with the safety and hassle-free experience throughout the trip, all the matters were just as William had arranged for us before departure, and all our requirements were greatly satisfied. Our guide, Ibra, was very professional on our safari and helped us to maximise our safari with safety in mind, we saw a lot of animals on our journey and he introduced us to many of them to help us understand the land better. Undoubtedly, my children and I were very impressed with this trip in July and I would gladly recommend them to friends who are interested in going Safari in Tanzania. jeff C2024-07-30Verified 7-Day LeMosho Route I'm thrilled with Williamson Adventures! My brother and I traveled from Canada and were initially quite nervous about trekking Mount Kilimanjaro. However, upon arriving in Moshi, all our nerves vanished. We were warmly welcomed at the hotel by William and one of our guides, who were incredibly friendly. The rest of the trip was fantastic! The guides, porters, and cooks were all amazing, and the food was delicious. The support and encouragement we received throughout exceeded our expectations.Planning the trip required some coordination, but William was always quick to respond and incredibly helpful. For example, he seamlessly arranged our pick-up from Nairobi to Moshi. He also organized an extra night at the hotel in Moshi and an airport shuttle, even though he didn't have to. This company truly goes above and beyond to make the experience unforgettable.We highly, highly recommend Williamson Adventures! Thanks to William, our guides Kevin and Yoeseff, and our amazing porters—the real superheroes! Xinyue Q2024-07-23Verified Great Safari Experience Experienced guide, saw all of the great five. Communication is fast with quick response. The itinerary arrangement is reasonable and interesting. Despite some misunderstanding in the beginning, William was able to rearrange accommodation within short period of time. Helped to celebrate birthday of one friend during the trip, very unforgettable experience!! Leon C2024-07-07Verified Lucky safari We came across Williamson Adventure by accident, and we also chose a few ground handlers to compare, and Williamson was the one with the fastest feedback and the best value for money in terms of combined quotes. Our team of 10 people unanimously gave them five stars, they provide the best service. The owner of Williamson was patient and meticulous in communicating with us beforehand and tried his best to meet our every request, and he also solved the problems we encountered during the safari, and even went to the airport to see us off before we finally left Arusha. We are very satisfied with Williamson's sincerity, and would like to recommend it to every friend who is interested in safari in Tanzania, it's really great and very thoughtful! Ashley2024-05-25Verified Outstanding experience with Williamson Adventures I would say I couldn't be more impressed with their service provided by Williamson Adventures! William were incredibly helpful, he always replied to my messages in a quick and efficient way. The logistics of the trip were flawlessly managed. Transfers, guides were all arranged seamlessly, allowing me to relax and immerse myself in the safari adventure. The guide has experience of more than 10 year, was really a pro—well-informed, friendly, and passionate about sharing their knowledge of those animals and landscapes. And we managed to see Big Five!Overall, Williamson Adventures exceeded my expectations in every way. Their professionalism, attention to detail, and genuine care for their clients’ experiences make them a great choice for anyone planning a trip to Tanzania. I really appreciate that and will definitely come back again! x Rafael M2023-10-25Verified Best safari in Ngorongoro, Serengeti, Tarangire and Lake Manyara The best safari agency in Tanzania. The best price on a 5-day safari checked with 8 other agencies !!! Very good driver and guide.
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Our packages by default include a foam sleeping mattress of 2 inch thickness, if you want a thicker alternative you can opt a 4 inch foam mattress with above mentioned extra cost.
All Equipments Subject to Availability