Rongai
Kilimanjaro National Park, Kilimanjaro, Tanzania
Point-to-point trail in Kilimanjaro National Park, Kilimanjaro, Tanzania. Hiking.
- Distance
- 20.8 mi (33.5 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 13,340 ft (4,066 m)
- Est. Time
- 13 hr 30 min
- High point
- 19,259 ft (5,870 m)
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Route type
- Point to point
Features
Along the way
- Campsite: Sekimba Camp 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from start
- Picnic area 3.2 mi (5.1 km) from start
- Campsite: Simba (First) Camp 4.2 mi (6.7 km) from start
- Campsite: Second Cave Camp 7.6 mi (12.3 km) from start
- Campsite: Kikeleva Caves Camp 11.2 mi (18 km) from start
- Picnic area 16.9 mi (27.2 km) from start
- Campsite: Kibo Huts 17.8 mi (28.6 km) from start
- Cave: Hans Meyer Cave 18.9 mi (30.5 km) from start
- Peak: Uhuru Peak 20.8 mi (33.5 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Rongai
How long is Rongai?
Rongai is 20.8 mi (33.5 km) long. Most people take about 13 hr 30 min. It climbs 13,340 ft (4,066 m) in total, up to a high point of 19,259 ft (5,870 m).
How hard is Rongai?
GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Rongai?
No parking mapped: check before you drive.
Are there water and toilets on Rongai?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: Trailhead, 3.2 mi (5.1 km).
Is Rongai shaded?
Mostly exposed (17% under trees).
What can you do on Rongai?
Best for Hiking.
Where can you eat near Rongai?
2 picnic spots.
Is this a good week for Rongai?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
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