I have never done climbing. So is this tour for inexperienced beginners?

This route easier than the Machame Route, and the success rate on the Rongai is very high, so normal fitness is required.

The accommodation for the night before and after the tour is exclusive, right?

You are definitely correct. The accommodation on arrival and last night after climb is not included, but we can arrange on request.

Do the tours start at any day or are there set dates?

Absolutely Yes!! We can offer this tour starting whenever, since our our tours are tailor made, then you can start whenever you are ready

What kind of equipment and clothes do I need? Can I hire things as well? What are the costs?

Anorak, fleece, pants, short and long sleeves t-shirt, gloves, thermal underwear, hat, balaclava/woollen hat, walking boots, woollen socks, gaiters, crampons, sun glasses / snow goggles, thermal water bottle, head lamp, walking pole, toiletries, chronographic wrist watch, sunscreen lotion, lip salve, Swiss army knife, hand towel, four- season sleeping bag, day pack, first aid kit and back pack cover *. Luggage allowance: We recommend a soft bag weighing maximum of 10 to 15 kgs per person. A reasonable amount of photographic equipment is allowed. The most common mistake that climbers make is that they over pack and bring way too much gear.

What temperatures do I have to expect in March?

Instead, the temperatures on Mount Kilimanjaro are determined more so by the altitude and time of day. At the beginning of the climb, at the base of the mountain, the average temperature is around 70 to 80 degrees Fahrenheit (21 to 27 degrees Celsius). From there, the temperatures will decrease as you move through Mount Kilimanjaro's ecological zones. At the summit, Uhuru Point, the night time temperatures can range between 20 and -20 degrees Fahrenheit (-7 to -29 degrees Celsius). Due to Mount Kilimanjaro's great height, the mountain creates its own weather. It is extremely variable and impossible to predict. Therefore, regardless of when you climb, you should always be prepared for wet days and cold nights.

What kind of accomodation is it?

For Rongai you sleep in tents (tents are included), and the porter pitch your tent for you. Meals are served in a dinner tent or on a blanket outside.

Will there be electricity during the tour to charge batteries for camera etc?

No.. You will have to carry extras batteries.

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Kilimanjaro Climb Rongai Route (7 Days)

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Group Size 2 - 6
Age range 5 to 99

Places You’ll See

Moshi
Uhuru Peak
Marangu

Highlights

Hike through diverse habitats to Simba Camp
Ascend to Mawenzi Tarn's spectacular cirque
Cross the lunar landscape to Kibo Huts
Summit Uhuru Peak, Africa's highest point
Descend to lush forests and celebrate in Moshi

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Day 1 Arusha/Moshi to Nale Muru to Simba Camp
Day 2 Simba Camp To Kikelewa Camp
Day 3 Kikelewa Camp To Mawenzi Tarn
Day 4 Rest at Mawenzi Tarn
Day 5 Mawenzi Tarn to Kibo Huts
Day 6 Summit Day! Kibo Huts to Uhuru Peak to Horombo Huts
Day 7 Horombo Huts to Marangu Gate to Arusha/Moshi

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4.4

Sherry
· February 11th, 2013
We had the best guides ever on our trek up Mt. Kilimanjaro. Evance, Florence, Joseph and Daniel were kind, encouraging, knowledgeable about the trail, always smiling and positive, and I don't think we would have all made it to the summit without their help. It was the hardest thing I have ever done but with the help of the guides I can say I accomplished my goal.
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Trip date: January 2013

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Kilimanjaro Climb Rongai Route (7 Days)

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I have never done climbing. So is this tour for inexperienced beginners?
This route easier than the Machame Route, and the success rate on the Rongai is very high, so normal fitness is required.
January 25, 2015 • Other
The accommodation for the night before and after the tour is exclusive, right?
You are definitely correct. The accommodation on arrival and last night after climb is not included, but we can arrange on request.
January 25, 2015 • Accommodation
Do the tours start at any day or are there set dates?
Absolutely Yes!! We can offer this tour starting whenever, since our our tours are tailor made, then you can start whenever you are ready
January 25, 2015 • Other
What kind of equipment and clothes do I need? Can I hire things as well? What are the costs?
Anorak, fleece, pants, short and long sleeves t-shirt, gloves, thermal underwear, hat, balaclava/woollen hat, walking boots, woollen socks, gaiters, crampons, sun glasses / snow goggles, thermal water bottle, head lamp, walking pole, toiletries, chronographic wrist watch, sunscreen lotion, lip salve, Swiss army knife, hand towel, four- season sleeping bag, day pack, first aid kit and back pack cover *.
Luggage allowance: We recommend a soft bag weighing maximum of 10 to 15 kgs per person. A reasonable amount of photographic equipment is allowed.
The most common mistake that climbers make is that they over pack and bring way too much gear.
January 25, 2015 • Other
What temperatures do I have to expect in March?
Instead, the temperatures on Mount Kilimanjaro are determined more so by the altitude and time of day. At the beginning of the climb, at the base of the mountain, the average temperature is around 70 to 80 degrees Fahrenheit (21 to 27 degrees Celsius). From there, the temperatures will decrease as you move through Mount Kilimanjaro's ecological zones.
At the summit, Uhuru Point, the night time temperatures can range between 20 and -20 degrees Fahrenheit (-7 to -29 degrees Celsius). Due to Mount Kilimanjaro's great height, the mountain creates its own weather. It is extremely variable and impossible to predict. Therefore, regardless of when you climb, you should always be prepared for wet days and cold nights.
January 25, 2015 • Other
What kind of accomodation is it?
For Rongai you sleep in tents (tents are included), and the porter pitch your tent for you. Meals are served in a dinner tent or on a blanket outside.
January 25, 2015 • Accommodation
Will there be electricity during the tour to charge batteries for camera etc?
No.. You will have to carry extras batteries.
January 25, 2015 • Other

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- Typhoid - Recommended for Tanzania. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Hepatitis A - Recommended for Tanzania. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Cholera - Recommended for Tanzania. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Tuberculosis - Recommended for Tanzania. Ideally 3 months before travel.
- Hepatitis B - Recommended for Tanzania. Ideally 2 months before travel.
- Rabies - Recommended for Tanzania. Ideally 1 month before travel.
- Meningococcal meningitis - Recommended for Tanzania. Ideally 3 weeks before travel.
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- For any tour departing before June 24th, 2025 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after June 24th, 2025, a minimum payment of 20% is required to confirm your booking with Sed Adventures Tours and Safaris. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 60 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
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