Mt Kilimanjaro Climb - Rongai 9 days

The walk to the summit begins in attractive farmland and delightful forest and passes through a number of distinctly different climatic and vegetation zones - from beautiful rainforest, alpine moorland, volcanic desert, to glaciers, ice and snow – adding interest to the trek. (Indeed, even if you do not make it to the top, the scenic interest and rewards of the lower sections are considerable.)

No mountaineering experience is required as you are able to walk all the way. As you gain altitude, however, the going will seem tough at times - the increasing effect of altitude and walking on scree slopes on the upper sections, mean that this is a far-from-easy undertaking. In addition, very cold conditions can be encountered on the higher slopes, and you must be adequately equipped with cold and wet weather clothing. However, if you walk slowly, even from the start at lower altitudes, have a good mental attitude and a reasonable degree of physical fitness, this will all help immeasurably. You will be accompanied by guides, and porters will help to carry your luggage. On the ascent of the Rongai route your nights are spent in tents; however on the descent you join the Marangu route, spending one night in this area (but still using our own tents). The thrill of reaching the summit of Kilimanjaro gives one an unsurpassed sense of achievement. The Rongai Route is a day longer than the standard trail, this provides important additional time for acclimatisation and may well increase your chances of making the summit.