Kilimanjaro Climb Rongai Route
- Overview
- Itinerary
- What's Included
- FAQ
- Reviews
- Dates
Overview
With a gentle gradient and untouched wilderness, the Rongai Route approaches Kilimanjaro from the north and is less crowded than the most popular trails. We trek through farmlands, forest and alpine moorlands as we approach the beautiful summit cone. This route allows an extra day for acclimatisation under the imposing spires of Mawenzi before the arduous final ascent. The last climb begins in darkness but our reward is an incomparable dawn vista over the sweeping East African plains. Better yet, Exodus is a member of the Kilimanjaro Porters Assistance Project (KPAP) which aims to improve the working conditions of porters, and we'll donate £25 to the Mountain Lioness Project for each person who books this trip.
Highlights
- Stand on top of a continent for an unforgettable experience
- Rongai is less crowded than other routes on the mountain
- Enjoy a carefully paced, six-day trek in remote wilderness
- An extra acclimatisation day increasing the chances of summit success
- We use one guide for every two clients
- Exodus has one of the highest summit success rates of any operator on Kilimanjaro
Food
All breakfasts, six lunches and five dinners are included. All meals during the climb are included. Please allow about 153,500 Tanzanian shillings (US$65) for the meals not included.
On trek, the emphasis is on a varied and well-balanced diet with a greater amount of fresh fruit and soup to maximise the daily intake of fluids.
Vegetarians are well catered for but please inform us before departure of any special dietary requests. Please note that in Tanzania the availability of certain specialised products for restricted diets (eg gluten-free or dairy-free) is minimal or non-existent and we strongly recommend you bring these specialised dietary items from home.
The menu has a high liquid and carbohydrate content; the two important elements for successful climbing. At higher altitudes, stimulants (such as coffee) and less digestible foods (such as meat) are not recommended. Our evening meal at the highest camp on Kilimanjaro is a meatless stew as our experience shows this to be the ideal preparation for the summit day. At mealtimes a selection of hot drinks is available. Soup is served twice daily.
Daily meals
Bed tea: Tea or coffee served in your tent.
Breakfast: Seasonal fresh fruit (mango/banana/watermelon), porridge, cooked eggs, sausage, bacon and toast.
Energy snacks, such as bananas and chocolate bars, are provided for the daily walk.
Lunch: Either a packed lunch on longer days or, more usually, a hot lunch served in camp by a small team who have raced ahead of the group. A hot lunch typically consists of soup, bread or pancakes, cheese, tuna, jam, peanut butter, pasta salad and cake.
Afternoon tea: Served in late afternoon. It is an opportunity to drink lots of hot drinks and snack on peanuts or popcorn.
Dinner: The main meal of the day and always three courses: soup and bread; followed by the main dish, which could be rice, potatoes or pasta with fish, meat or vegetables; and dessert, often of fruit.
Summit snacks: While we provide enough food for the climb, we recommend you bring some of your favourite snacks and keep them for the summit day. This is because the summit day is a long and tough climb and having your favourite snacks can give you a very welcome boost.
Water
While the water we provide on Kilimanjaro is suitable for drinking, you may wish to be extra safe and treat it with your own water purification tablets.
Accommodation
On this adventure, we spend five nights camping in three-person tents and two nights in a hotel.
Marangu: Kilimanjaro Mountain Resort (nights 1 and 7)
Before and after the trek, we stay at the Kilimanjaro Mountain Resort. Close to Kilimanjaro National Park, it is tucked deep in the banana and coffee plantations of Kyalla village. It has two restaurants, plus a bar serving the refreshing Kilimanjaro Lager and banana wine. There is also a swimming pool to enjoy when you return from Kilimanjaro.
Kilimanjaro: Full-service camping (nights 2-6)
Although conditions are basic on the mountain, the camping we experience is one of the best available on the Rongai Route. We sleep in Vango Halo Pro 300 tents regardless of whether you have made a twin-share or single supplement booking. These are spacious three-person tents that are ideal for the conditions on Kilimanjaro. Our camp life is about as comfortable as it gets on Kili, with a communal mess tent, where we gather as a group and eat breakfast and dinner, and a private toilet tent. We also ensure there is a bowl of hot washing water for you in the morning and again after the walk at an agreed time in the afternoon. The only exception is the highest camp where there is no water source.
Worth knowing
The campsites on Kilimanjaro are designated by the national park and are mainly stone/dirt. They are not all level and can be crowded in peak season.
We always ensure there is a bowl of hot washing water for you in the morning and again after the walk at an agreed time in the afternoon. The only exception is the highest camp where there is no water source.
Handwashing water, treated with Dettol, is available along with soap before all meals, and everyone is strongly advised to make use of it.
The toilet tent has toilet paper within it, but we recommend you bring your own toilet paper and wet wipes.
All camping equipment is provided except for sleeping bags, sleeping mats and pillows.
Destinations
- Africa
- Tanzania
Tour Types
- Adventure Tours
- Camping
- Active
- Small Group
- Walking Hiking and Trekking
- Eco Conscious
Itinerary
Location: Marangu
The adventure starts at our hotel in Marangu. There will be a trip briefing this afternoon/evening. Please bring your passport, insurance and air ticket details. The briefing will cover all aspects of your trip and will include the distribution of any equipment you have booked.<br/><br/><br/><br/>Accommodation: Kilimanjaro Mountain Resort or similar
Accommodation Name: Kilimanjaro Mountain Resort or similar
Location: Kilimanjaro
After completing the necessary registration formalities, we transfer by road to Nale Moru (6,400ft/1,950m) to begin our climb on this seemingly untouched wilderness route. We start with a half-day walk on a small path that winds through farmland and pine plantations. It is a consistent but gentle climb through forest that shelters a variety of wildlife. We reach our first overnight stop by late afternoon at the edge of the moorland zone (8,530ft/2,600m).<br/><br/><br/><br/>Accommodation: Full-service camping
Accommodation Name: Full-service camping
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Location: Kilimanjaro
The morning walk is a steady ascent up to Second Cave (11,320ft/3,450m) with superb views of the eastern icefields on the rim of Kibo, the youngest and highest of the three volcanoes that form the entire mountain. After lunch, we leave the main trail and strike out across the moorland on a smaller path towards the jagged peaks of Mawenzi, the second of Kilimanjaro's volcanoes. Our campsite, which we reach in late afternoon, is in a sheltered valley near Kikelewa Caves (11,810ft/3,600m).<br/><br/><br/><br/>Accommodation: Full-service camping
Accommodation Name: Full-service camping
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Location: Mawenzi, Kilimanjaro
A steep climb up grassy slopes is rewarded by superb panoramas of the Kenyan plains to the north. We leave vegetation behind close to Mawenzi Tarn (14,200ft/4,330m), spectacularly situated in a cirque beneath the towering cliffs of Mawenzi. The afternoon will be free to rest or to explore the area as an aid to acclimatisation.<br/><br/><br/><br/>Accommodation: Full-service camping
Accommodation Name: Full-service camping
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Location: Kibo, Kilimanjaro
We leave our attractive campsite to cross the lunar desert of the Saddle between Mawenzi and Kibo to reach Kibo campsite (15,420ft/4,700m) at the bottom of the Kibo crater wall by early afternoon. The remainder of the day is spent resting in preparation for the final ascent before a very early night.<br/><br/><br/><br/>Accommodation: Full-service camping
Accommodation Name: Full-service camping
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Location: Mount Kilimanjaro
We start the final (and by far the steepest and most demanding) part of the climb by torchlight at around midnight. It will be extremely cold as we walk very slowly in darkness on a switchback trail through loose volcanic scree to reach the crater rim at Gillman's Point (18,650ft/5,685m). We rest for a short time to enjoy the spectacular sunrise over Mawenzi. Those who are still feeling strong can make the three-hour round trip along the snow-covered rim to the true summit of Kilimanjaro, Uhuru Peak (19,340ft/5,895m), passing close to the spectacular glaciers and ice cliffs that still occupy most of the summit area. The descent to Kibo Hut (15,420ft/4,700m) is surprisingly fast and, after refreshments and rest, we continue descending to reach our final campsite at Horombo (12,200ft/3,720m). This is an extremely long and hard day with between 11 and 15 hours of walking at high altitude.<br/><br/><br/><br/>Accommodation: Full-service camping
Accommodation Name: Full-service camping
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Location: Marangu
A sustained descent with wide views across the moorland takes us into the lovely forest around Mandara (8,860ft/2,700m), the first stopping place on the Marangu route. The trail continues through semi-tropical vegetation to the national park gate at Marangu (6,000ft/1,830m). We leave the local staff to return to our hotel in Marangu by mid-afternoon for a well-earned, shower and beer.<br/><br/><br/><br/>Accommodation: Kilimanjaro Mountain Resort or similar
Accommodation Name: Kilimanjaro Mountain Resort or similar
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Location: Marangu
Depending on the time of your return flight, the day can be spent resting at the hotel or exploring the village for souvenirs. If you’d like the adventure to continue, speak to your sales representative about joining our safari extension, which takes in three national parks over three days, or a chilled post-climb escape to Zanzibar.
Meals: Breakfast
What's Included
Included
- All breakfasts, six lunches, five dinners
- All accommodation
- All transport and listed activities
- Tour leader throughout
- Kilimanjaro Park fee
Not Included
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Travel insurance
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Single accommodation (available on request, includes single tent)
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Visas or vaccinations
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FAQ
Kilimanjaro Park Fee<br/>
18+ age people can go on this tour.
You are welcome to meet the group after the tour has departed however there is no reduction in rate for joining a tour after the departure date.
Travellers are welcome to opt to share a room with a tour member of the same gender for no additional charge. If you'd like your own room, we can request a single supplement so that you will have your own room throughout.
Exodus has been trading since 1974
Your final joining instructions and flight details, if booked with us, will then be sent out 2 to 3 weeks before departure. If you would like a hard copy posted, or if you require these any earlier, please contact the customer operations team. We advise that if you are booking connecting travel before receiving these, please ensure you leave plenty of time.
If you wish to make any changes to your booking, particularly if you need to alter any flights booked through us, please let us know as soon as possible. There is a booking or flight amendment fee of £40 per change and flight amendments often incur extra airline costs depending on the changes to be made and if the ticket has been issued or not.
Reviews
5* Kilimanjaro conquered through inspiration and song
My trip to kilimanjaro was another one of my bucket list challenges and one where head and body was truly tested. The 7 day trip provided testing hot days, and cold nights and where darkness from 18.00hrs to 0600hrs played havoc with my inability to sleep while trying to keep warm despite the numerous layers.
I journeyed with a wonderful group of people from England and Ireland, all of whom had one desire, To ascend Kilimanjaro. We all did it, supported each other through the trials and tribulations and left the mountain with a new sense of achievement and camaraderie
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5* Rongai Route Kilimanjaro Ivor & Brenda
Exodus say that they do everything they can to make it possible for you to achieve your aim of getting to the summit, and they lived up to their word. The local guides and porters work tirelessly to make everyday a success, their good humour is infectious and the feeling of standing at the summit is wonderful beyond words.
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4* KILIMANJARO CLIMB - RONGAI ROUTE
An absolutely brilliant experience, exceptionally hard last couple of days and definately not for the faint hearted.
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5* Kilimanjaro
I was part of a group of 6 teamed up with a further 10 individuals. We bonded well from the beginning and throughout this amazing adventure and from this experience I would have no hesitation in travelling alone. The Exodus team were superb from start to finish and The African Walking Company who were locally based were the guys on the ground and their knowledge of Kilimanjaro was superb and with 50+ porters/guides our group of 16 were well catered for and out 'leader 'JT' was excellent. This was a challenging trek, particularly the final two days and should not be taken lightly. One gripe is it needs to be made clearer on summit night how best to keep water from freezing, as many of us were very de-hydrated on the way down having summited in atrocious conditions. But I would highly recommend the experience and Exodus and we have made friends for life.
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5* KILIMANJARO CLIMB - RONGAI ROUTE
I look back on this wonderful holiday with a great sense of achievement and some pride. I consider myself a fairly fit 58 year old but overall this was the hardest physical challenge I have attempted.A friendly team of guides and porters who looked after us so well.
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5* KILIMANJARO CLIMB - RONGAI ROUTE
An experience of a lifetime and one I shall never ever forget! Exodus and the African Walking Company were first class. Everyone received superb attention, help and guidance on the climb. Nothing was too much trouble. Some members of the group were ill however all received immediately attention and we're professionally advised. Would highly recommend this trip. Plan your training well, take/hire the right clothing, do as the guides say - "pole pole", eat well and enjoy the experience. We Very proud to say that I made it to the top of Kilimanjaro!
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5* KILIMANJARO CLIMB - RONGAI ROUTE
This was the most amazing experience, it is an incredible feeling reaching the roof of Africa, but that is not to undervalue the rest of the trip...every day has different scenery and stunning view points. Well worth it!
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5* KILIMANJARO CLIMB - RONGAI ROUTE
This trip is a wonderful experience. It is do able if you listen and follow all the advice you are given by the guides. It is hard work in places though! It is a well organised trip and nothing is left to chance. Our group were well looked after every step of the way.
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5* KILIMANJARO CLIMB - RONGAI ROUTE
This was most definitley the best trip of my entire life! What an amazing adventure. I was in two minds as to whether this was the trip for me, right up until I arrived I guess. The whole experience, from the people I travelled with, the inspirational guides and porters who looked after us, to the incredible feeling of reaching the summit, was just one that I will never, ever forget. Both Exodus and The African Walking Company inspired complete trust and confidence. Nothing was left to chance and, despite feelings of intrepidation about various points of the trip, I felt completely safe and thoroughly looked after. This is definitely a trip of a lifetime.
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5* KILIMANJARO CLIMB - RONGAI ROUTE
Breathtaking! The whole experience has been wonderful and super organised since the very beginning. No doubt it's hard but very rewarding when reaching the top and see sunrise with a hot cuppa! And what a view!!! Fantastic support from guides and porters and considering our lives were in their hands I can't praise enough their wonderful work.
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5* KILIMANJARO CLIMB - RONGAI ROUTE
A fantastic trek, excellently organised and guided by the team. Don't be fooled that it's easy just because Chris Moyles or Cheryl Cole can do it - 6 out of 12 in our group made it to Uhuru, with 9 out of 12 to Gilman's point. The summit evening is a real slog but well worth it at the top.
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4* Tiring.........
The important thing to bear in mind with this trek is that, with the exception of the summit day, the walking is pretty dull. I've trekked extensively in Nepal, Europe and the UK and the scenery on Kili is less interesting and less varied than pretty much anywhere else I've been. If you took away the summit, no one would be that interested in walking there. Yes, the scenery does change from day to day - you start off in forest, then that becomes scrubland as you get higher - but there isn't the interest of variety which is present in other places. Therefore, I look at this trek as a challenge, rather than something to do for the sake of enjoyment.
The summit day is very, very, very tough - six hours of steep climbing on gravel/scree, with an ascent of around 1200m, not much in the way of oxygen and in the dark, with the temperature comfortably below freezing. It's not so much about personal fitness as how well you cope with the altitude and how mentally tough you are. If you follow the advice from the guides, it'll certainly help though.
The contribution of the guides to the success of our group cannot be underestimated - they were fantastic, particularly on the summit day.
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4* KILIMANJARO CLIMB - RONGAI ROUTE
A fantastic opportunity to get to the top of the highest mountain in Africa. It is amazing what you can achieve when you put your mind to it. This trip is possible for anyone with reasonable fitness and a bucket load of determination; as the final night slog up the hill is mentally hard - keeping focussed is the key. The guides were extremely helpful throughout the trip and we wouldn't have succeeded without them.
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5* KILIMANJARO CLIMB - RONGAI ROUTE
An absolutely once in a life time experience that I will never forget! From the arrival at the airport in Kilimanjaro, to the camp sites, to the cameraderie, to the final ascent, and to the nice, cold, refreshing Killimanjaro Beer in the hotel when it was all over!
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4* KILIMANJARO CLIMB - RONGAI ROUTE
The trip was extremely well organised and the AWC guides and porters were fabuolous - I was well fed and well looked after in all apsects of the trip. I thoroughly enjoyed the route which was challenging at times, beautiful and took in a wide variety of landscapes and wildlife - colobus monkeys, buffalo, blue monkeys, various insects all amazing. The only downside was the rep on our return to the hotel, we were left to give out the certificates within the group and the presentation cermemnoy and celebratory beers we were promised didn't happen. There were a few people in our group who struggled to get some informaiton they needed insurance wise due to lost kit as a result of his unavailability which was a shame after a thoroughly enjoyable and memorable week.
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4* KILIMANJARO CLIMB - RONGAI ROUTE
This was the hardest physical week of my life but fantastic experience to get to Uhuru peak and say i made it!!
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5* For me : A very special achievement!
Well for detailed summery of my trip you better check the reviews of my two fellow travellers (Garry Ward and Julia Porter). I have been intending to write this review since my return in August 2014 but as you see although it stayed on my mind i haven't managed to get it down till today (25.02.2015)!
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4* KILIMANJARO CLIMB - RONGAI ROUTE
Just arrived home from an amazing trip. We were impressed with Exodus throughout the whole experience.
'The African walking company' who took care of us on the treck were incredible, from the porters, cooks and guides they were 1st class. Simply awesome!
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4* KILIMANJARO CLIMB - RONGAI ROUTE
A trip of a lifetime.The Africian walking company were incrediable, nothing was too much trouble. Without the motivation from the guides I would not of made it to the summit. You need to be physically fit and have the mental attitude to suceed. The other people in the group were fantastic.
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5* Kilimanjaro
I know there's almost an obligation to describe this type of bucket-list expedition as life-changing, but I can genuinely say that it is one of the most incredible, emotional and uplifting things I've ever done. Our group have so many great memories: the singing porters, the great scenery, the emotion of reaching the summit, tea and popcorn in the mess tent every evening, the monkeys in the rainforest, even the rain on the second day
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5* Kilimanjaro Rongai Route 21/09
Second time of climbing Kilimanjaro and it didn't disappoint. Glorious starscapes at night, changing scenery from jungle to lunar landscapes and then the snow encrusted peak.
This is a challenging hike on summit day but within most people's abilities if you are reasonably fit.
Due to airline problems my luggage didn't arrive, but luckily I had ultra essentials and warm kit in my daysack. Day before the summit a porter brought my luggage up to the camp so had an incredible surprise.
You may think you will lose weight on this trek, but the food is incredible and plentiful - but you will still eat lots of snacks on your trek too. You will use the energy
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5* KILIMANJARO RONGAI ROUTE
Quite simply if you enjoy the 'great outdoors' and the mountains plus a challenge this is the trip for you. It is not a holiday but an 'experience'.
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5* Fantastic experience, wonderful people
This was something I've been wanting to do for so long.... it was the most difficult but rewarding trip. What really made the experience magical was the guides and porters who were superheroes! Thank you for making my dream of climbing Kilimanjaro a reality!
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4* KILIMANJARO CLIMB - RONGAI ROUTE
The most challenging and inspiring thing I've ever done, a great way to raise money for local charity EACH. The altitude and weather made it pretty awful at times, but the walking, the spectacular views and great cameraderie made it brilliant, I'd do it again tomorrow!
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5* KILIMANJARO CLIMB - RONGAI ROUTE
I wish I had made this trek when I was younger but never theless it was a remarkable and awesome experience. The group I travelled with were all a great bunch of people, fully supportive of each other and without whom the trip would not have been the same.
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4* KILIMANJARO CLIMB - RONGAI ROUTE
This was a great trip. Very well organised and a good ratio of Guides to Trekkers. The climb is challenging but worth it for the view from the top!
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5* Brian Page
Unfortunately for the first time ever I suffered from altitude sickness with reduced my stamina and caused loss of balance and coordination. However, thanks to the professionalism, experience and support of the Exodus staff I was able to reach the summit. I have no hesitation in recommending Exodus for an event of this nature.
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4* KILIMANJARO CLIMB - RONGAI ROUTE
An amazing trip on a pretty epic mountain. Good people, good food, good organisation and good views!
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4* Rongai - Feb 2017
I consider myself to be fit but do not underestimate the final ascent/descent...... it is extremely hard work. We completed in 9.25 - hindsight tells me we should have gone slower as I had a pounding headache and was exhausted at the end. It doesn't help that you then have another walk in the afternoon to cope with ! The walking prior to the ascent was a breeze if that helps ! The organisation was excellent but be prepared for very early nights and then being wide awake early on ... food was first class and plenty of it. We were lucky with the weather (Feb) I would not want to walk Kilimanjaro in the rain and wind. Good luck
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5* KILIMANJARO CLIMB - RONGAI ROUTE
Amazing. It was really hard to climb Mount Kilimanjaro, but it was so memorable and just extraordinary. The guides and porters were great, dedicated, helpful and with knowledge about climbing.
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4* KILIMANJARO CLIMB - RONGAI ROUTE
This was an amazing experience, a chance to enjoy the great outdoors with freindly group of fellow travelers whilst pushing myself to my personal limits. Unfortunately I didn't reach the summit due to altitude sickness brought on by the rapid ascent of this brutal itinerary. I strongly recomend that if you can afford the extra time & money you should consider taking an extra couple of days to get up the mountain.
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5* Tough but rewarding!
The trip was great, the guides really looked after me especially on the descent down from Uhuru Peak when I suffered from a lack of energy and exhaustion. I felt in safe hands the entire trip and this gave me more confidence to just concentrate on walking. The tents and camps were all set up expertly everyday and food was nutritious. Only negative comment I have is that we could have prompted more often for sipping water so were sufficiently hydrated. Its hard to think at high altitude!
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4* KILIMANJARO CLIMB - RONGAI ROUTE
An amazing trip, don't think about it just do it. The rongai route is much better than the coka cola route and you'll have a great time.
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5* KILIMANJARO CLIMB - RONGAI ROUTE
So.........having took the plunge and booked the last two remaining places on the Kilimanjaro treck, we were obviously a little nervous at the shear thought and magnitude of what we had just done, particularly as we'd never walked or climbed any large hill never mind a mountain! So to cut a long story short, we walked three mini mountains in the UK during the 8 month run up to our adventure. These constituted Scaffell Pike in the Lake District, Kinder Scout in the Peak District and Snowdon in Wales. The biggest of these being Snowdon at just over 3500 feet high, which paled in comparison to Kili at over 19,000 feet! Needless to say these walks along with some stamina work at the gym twice a week enabled us to reach the summit of the worlds highest free standing mountain, meet some amazing new friends and bring back some awesome memories and an experience that will live with us forever. We must also add that Exodus provided a service that we can only describe as excellent right from the booking staff in the UK through to the guides on the mountain itself. What are you wainting for?? Take the plunge!! Lee & Abi Shaw (Rongai Route October 2010)
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5* Kilimanjaro, Rongai Route
An excellent trip from start to finish. We were looked after by the best guides, cooks and porters and feel privileged to have been part of the group.
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4* KILIMANJARO CLIMB - RONGAI ROUTE
The Rainy season was the best time to go. Very few groups on the mountain. We had the Rongai route all to ourselves, and it didn't even rain. It was great to meet the porters beforehand and help out with english classes. We even had time for a game walk.
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5* Climbing Kilimanajro Rongai Route-April 2015
I really enjoyed the experience of trekking to the top of Kilimanjaro and successfully reaching the top of Africa's highest mountain
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5* KILIMANJARO CLIMB - RONGAI ROUTE
The toughest, but most rewarding challenge of my life. The trip was simply brilliant.
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4* KILIMANJARO CLIMB - RONGAI ROUTE
Guides were vey experienced, helpful and friendly. A wonderful country with friendly people. A wonderful experience.
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5* KILIMANJARO CLIMB - RONGAI ROUTE
My friend climbed the Rongai Route with Exodus and had only good things to say and highly recommeded the trip to me. All I can say is that the trip with Exodus was everything I had hoped for, a brilliant experience!
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5* KILIMANJARO CLIMB - RONGAI ROUTE
Awesome, Fantanstic, Exilirating.
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4* KILIMANJARO CLIMB - RONGAI ROUTE
Overall a lovely holiday with trying & emotional times mixed in with absolute dlelight and pleasure.
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5* The amazing Rongai Route
What a great route to choose to get to your destination. You get to see both sides of the moutain the arid dry north compares the lush rainy south. The beautiful extra day at Mawenzi tarn to help with acclimitisation is so worth it. but most importantly living above the clouds for 4 days is just the best.
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5* KILIMANJARO CLIMB - RONGAI ROUTE
This special trip also gave us the chance to get to know the locals and our porters for the trip by joining their english classes for a couple of mornings. By the time we were on the adventure we had already go to niow the fabulsous group of people that would be supporting us on trek.
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4* KILIMANJARO CLIMB - RONGAI ROUTE
A long considered trip; grateful to find it well organised and local staff helpful. Cannot fault the conduct or helpfulness of the guides or porters who really made this trip great. We got on really well as a group and I never expected to have a tablecloth in our mess tent!
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5* KILIMANJARO CLIMB - RONGAI ROUTE
A holiday with a difference. The memories of this mental and physical challenge will stay with me for a very long time. Great fellow climbers and fantastic guides, assistant guides, porters and (the very important) chef.
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5* Fantastic trip
If you have ever harboured thoughts of climbing Kilimanjaro, go for it!This is a brilliant trip with excellent friendly and knowledgeable guides. There is so much more to this trip than simply reaching Uhuru point or not. We saw baboons and blue monkeys, beautiful landscapes and met many amazing people.. Do not underestimate the physical and mental impact of summit day though. This involves a trek to Kibo camp, followed by some rest, then around 11 hours or so of solid walking to the summit and returning to Kibo camp, a short rest.and then a further 3-4 hours walking before reaching Horombo camp and falling completely exhausted into your sleeping bag. None of our group were elite athletes but we all exercised regularly. We ranged in age from 21 to 66 years and both the youngest and the oldest achieved the summit. Not to be missed!
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5* Wine Rooney
A very hard and very rewarding trek to a place beyond the clouds. A once in a lifetime experience. Great group and guides, always positive. Thankyou.
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5* KILIMANJARO CLIMB - RONGAI ROUTE
Having recently returned from an amazing holiday in Tanzania I can't recommend the Kilimanjaro experience enough. Despite chronic altitude sickness thanks to the amazing dedication and support of wonderful guides I managed to peak. The Rongai Route was amazing however, if holiday time permits, a longer duration (Lemosho or similar) route would be recommended to help with acclimatisation. A great experience with a great group of people!
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5* KILIMANJARO CLIMB - RONGAI ROUTE
This is a fantastic and unforgettable trip, made a pure delight by the kindness of the guides/porters and the humour of my fellow travellers. It is tough but that is what makes it feel like such an achievement.
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5* KILIMANJARO CLIMB - RONGAI ROUTE
Perfect delivery of a fantastic trip. Exodus' brochure was accurate and the service provided by themselves and the African Walking Company in Tanzania was superb.
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5* KILIMANJARO CLIMB - RONGAI ROUTE
Possibly I hadn't given this trip the serious thought it required. I've climbed peaks before, well the three highest in the UK that is so how difficult could Kilimanjaro be! The daily walks were brilliant, the summit climb torture and the cold- well absolutely freezing.
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4* KILIMANJARO CLIMB - RONGAI ROUTE
An awesome, amazing once in a lifetime trip that will stay with me for a very long time.
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5* KILIMANJARO CLIMB - RONGAI ROUTE
My husband and I decided to climb Mt Kilimanjaro for our honeymoon. I didn't have much climbing experience other that doing Snowdon a couple of times so I was a bit nervous!But once we met our group (12 of us total) and our guides I felt a lot more relaxed. The climb was tough especially on summit night. Nothing can prepare you for that! However we trooped on and all somehow made it to Uhuru!Coming down back to Kibo huts was hard too, but after that is was fine and the thought of a shower and a good stiff drink powered me along!
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5* All worth the hard work.
A father and daughter adventure of a life time. Never to be forgotten.
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5* KILIMANJARO CLIMB - RONGAI ROUTE
Once in a lifetime, stunning experience....Exodus did it again!
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5* Kilimanjaro Climb - Rongai Route
A brilliant trip/experience. I fully endorse Ivor Davenport-Smiths previous review.
At 69 years I can say that age should not be a barrier as long as you are very fit.
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5* KILIMANJARO CLIMB - RONGAI ROUTE
Although a challenging climb - we really did enjoy it. We were so impressed with the guides / porters / cooks etc that looked after us so well. The quality of euqipment and knowledge was second to none and we felt very safe and secure. The lead guide, Florence, really took a personal interest in each of us that were sick and kept us feeling well. Very well organised and comfortable given where we were.
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5* KILIMANJARO CLIMB - RONGAI ROUTE
Toughest but most amazing thing I've ever done in my life!!
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An amazing experience brilliantly orchestrated.
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I had an amazing time. What an inspirational journey made possible by our lovely guides, porters and cook. Thank you to the whole team (Abraham and his crew) for making our trip so special.
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5* KILIMANJARO CLIMB - RONGAI ROUTE
Everything from the pre-trip support (to calm my nerves) to the guides and dirvers was unfaultable. Organisation of the trip was fantastic. Catering climbing up a moutain 5*! We were looked after in every way to ensure reaching the destination of the summit and back was accomplished. Could not ask for more!
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The trip was exceptional. This was due to four reasons: Great people on trip with me, fantastic guides and support team, excellent organisation from exodus, and some of the best views in the world. I now know that Exodus can be trusted with everything which means that all we had to worry about was ourselves, we never missed any of the ararranged view points and times including sunrise at the summit of Africa, truely breathtaking. The food and camps were excellent as was the knowledge of our guides. A real fun group of people who enjoyed sharing their country and community with us.
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I didnt expect to love every single day of the trip. I expected to struggle at times but I can honestly say it was all amazing and an absolute pleasure.
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5* KILIMANJARO CLIMB - RONGAI ROUTE
This is an amazing trip. It is one of the best things I have ever done, no.............. IT'S THE BEST THING I HAVE EVER DONE!
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5* KILIMANJARO CLIMB - RONGAI ROUTE
An absolutely amazing experience that I would not have missed for the world, and which I would recommend to anyone. Also the hardest thing I have ever done - a view shared by all the rest of the group, including 3 marathon runners.
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5* KILIMANJARO CLIMB - RONGAI ROUTE
From the minute I arrived in Tanzania, I felt looked after. The hotel stay was brilliant, the guides were awesome, the porters were fantastic, the food was amazing and reaching the summit was the cherry on the icing on the cake! I enjoyed every moment of this trip, it was well organised, with great communication and a fabulous support team! This was an unforgettable trip!
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5* KILIMANJARO CLIMB - RONGAI ROUTE
AMAZING TRIP, VERY WELL ORGANISED, WONDERFULL EXPERIENCE, CANT FAULT ANYTHING, DONT DELAY BOOK THIS TRIP WITH EXODUS, YOU WILL NOT BE DISSAPOINTED.I BOOKED ON THE SOLO DEPARTURE AND EVERYONE IN THE GROUP WETE LIKE MINDED AND GREAT PEOPLE, PORTERS,COOKS AND GUIDES ARE FABULOUS, OUT OF THE 14 IN OUR GROUP ONLY 7 OF US MADE THE SUMMIT, I WAS LUCKY AND DIDNT GET ANY ALTITUDE SICKNESS, HEADACHES ETC .... ONE OF THE BEST EXPERIENCES OF MY LIFE !!!
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4* KILIMANJARO CLIMB - RONGAI ROUTE
Not a holiday. A fantastic experience. A lot harder than I thought.
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5* KILIMANJARO CLIMB - RONGAI ROUTE
the head guide emmanuel was excellent and i was surprised at the high standard of the catering on the trip
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4* KILIMANJARO CLIMB - RONGAI ROUTE
An amazing experience, great scenery, long hard days, excellent food and catering, great guides. The trip is tough but well worth it as one of these once in a life time events
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5* Kilimanjaro - Go For It with Exodus
Very well organised, everyone very helpful and friendly. Guides brilliant and supportive. 13 out of our Group of 14 made it to the very top ,Uhuru Summit.
What a team and great experience.
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5* Excellent adventure
The Rongai route six day ascent and descent of Kilimanjaro felt like a hit and run trip to me but overall very well run and conducted by skilled professional people. Rongai is frequently touted as being a quiter route, unfortunately simply due to the luck of the draw our group was roughly mirroring the progress of at least two other groups on the same route and we frequently came into contact with each other on the trail and obviously at the camp sites. Perceptions of how easy or hard something is will obviously depend upon the individual, I personally found the first three days of this route to be easy to moderate hiking, enjoyable and certainly not challenging. At the end of the third day, at Mawenzi Tarn camp I got my only significant symptoms of altitude sickness for the entire trip, a very obvious headache that would come and go. After a night's "sleep" it had gone and never came back. Poor quality sleep is a real issue for everyone, guides as well. The high altitude affects your ability to sleep properly, frequently waking in the night was common amongst nearly everyone in the group as was the feeling we hadn't really slept at all but we'd comment that about remembering our dreams so must have been asleep at some point. That third night at Mawenzi Tarn is likely to be the last sleep you get before attempting the summit on the night of the fourth day. Virtually no one sleeps at Kibo Camp at 4700M, it's just too high up and of course you're trying to rest and sleep while it's still daylight and the noise of numerous climbing parties goes on outside. Once the night comes and you prepare for the summit climb the air is electric with nervous excitement and you may see the light trails of groups already making their climb. Within minutes of setting off both myself and another member of our group had taken our gloves off. With all those layers on we were getting hot, very hot. At the first rest stop I ended up stripping off my second pair of thermal leggings and took my down body warmer off too. It's surprising how hard work that is approaching 5000metres up. We read how it can be up to -20C on the summit but the reality that night was -7C, still cold but a fair way from -20C. Incidentally you don't need a super high spec head torch that will turn night into day for the night climb, all it needs to do is light up the ground immediately in front of you as far as the heels of the person in front of you, that's all you need to see. I GPS tracked our summit attempt at 0.7 km/h, 700 metres per hour!!! That is how slow you go, painfully slow, in more ways than one but there are many times when even that felt too quick. Despite a number of rest stops they never seem to be enough and the feeling of really pushing your limits in the thin air are ever present. Eventually the ridge does start to get closer and you emerge onto Gillman's Point to immense relief and elation at finishing the main climb and knowing you made it to the summit crater. Sadly at this point we had to leave one of our group behind as we headed on for Uhuru peak via Stella point. We watched the sun rise from Stella Point which was beautiful and put a smile back on our faces despite being very tired now. A short time later we arrived at Uhuru Peak, miussion accomplished. All that was missing was football stadium style turnstiles, there was quite a crowd there but we got our photos and after only fifteen minutes or so were on a our way back down... no one complained. We did however complain about the speed of descent. We were very sore and tired but felt we were being relentlessly marched down with no regard for that and so started taking our own rest stops. For the only time on the trip there might have been a little tension between the conflicting wishes of the guides and the clients. Anyway the descent continued and we got over it. A short rest stop at Kibo Huts. The crew had made a big brunch for us but we barely touched it we were that exhausted... sorry guys, it was then a sustained descent for the next day and a half until we finally emerged at marangu gate. Fantastic!
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5* KILIMANJARO CLIMB - RONGAI ROUTE
A truly amazing experience....the trekking, the people and the country made this an unforgettable trip of a lifetime.
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A TRUELY GREAT EXPERIENCED, SHARED WITH A GREAT BUNCH OF PEOPLE FROM ALL OVER THE GLOBE, WE COULDT HAVE ASKED FOR A BETTER CROWDFLIGHTS WERE GREAT AND ACCOMADATION WAS FANTASTIC, JUST WISHED WE HAD AND EXTRA DAY THERE AT THE BEGGINING TO REST AFTER THE LONG FLIGHTS, AND AN EXTRA DAY AT THE END OF THE TREK TO RELAX MORE PRIOR TO THE JOURNEY HOME, FOOD WAS GOOD TOO ALONG
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4* KILIMANJARO CLIMB - RONGAI ROUTE
The trip was very well organised, with a great group (of staff and holiday makers), great food and stunning location. I always felt confident that the staff had the expertise to ensure a safe trip and they helped make it a very memorable trip.
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5* KILIMANJARO CLIMB - RONGAI ROUTE
This was a fabulous trip, not exactly a holiday, more a lifetime experience. If you’ve never done anything like this before, or are not sure if it’s for you, I’d advise to just book it quickly before you talk yourself out of it - believe me, it’s not something you’ll regret (apart from maybe on summit night...but that’ll soon pass!). Even if you don't make it all the way to the top, you’ll have an amazing experience which will stay with you forever. We had a great group of people to trek with, and somehow we all made it to to the top.
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5* KILIMANJARO CLIMB - RONGAI ROUTE
Thanks to Exodus and the local company (African Walking Company) this trip far exceeded my expectations. An amazing experience, listen to your guides! Really glad we did the Rongai route as opposed to other busier routes.
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5* KILIMANJARO CLIMB - RONGAI ROUTE
Probably the holiday of a lifetime, never again though!! It was an amazing experience: great people, great food, great scenery and a bit of walking.
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An amazing trip - we really enjoyed this holiday. We felt very well looked after by the team on the mountain and the organisation was good throughout. The Rongai route had lovely views -very varied.
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5* KILIMANJARO CLIMB - RONGAI ROUTE
Excellent trip! Chose this route based on the time I had available really and completed over Xmas. Certainly a different way of spending Xmas day! Great group of enthusiastic people and great guides really makes the trip. Definitely challenging - as everyone says it's the altitude that's the killer!
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5* Fantastic trip
If you have ever harboured thoughts of climbing Kilimanjaro, go for it!This is a brilliant trip with excellent friendly and knowledgeable guides. There is so much more to this trip than simply reaching Uhuru point or not. We saw baboons and blue monkeys, beautiful landscapes and met many amazing people.. Do not underestimate the physical and mental impact of summit day though. This involves a trek to Kibo camp, followed by some rest, then around 11 hours or so of solid walking to the summit and returning to Kibo camp, a short rest.and then a further 3-4 hours walking before reaching Horombo camp and falling completely exhausted into your sleeping bag. None of our group were elite athletes but we all exercised regularly. We ranged in age from 21 to 66 years and both the youngest and the oldest achieved the summit. Not to be missed!
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5* Rongai route to Uhuru - Aug 2015
This trip was execellent and we couldn't have been taken care of any better by the team, almost felt a little criminal how pampered we where. The guides (Henry, James, Sarafin and ) had great knowledge and kept a very watchful eye on the whole party to monitor how everyone was coping, they adapted walks and talks to ensure everyone's needs where met. At all times they where positive and encouraging whilst also pushing us along to ensure we achieved the summit.
Personally I've never been so well fed on a trip like this, it was 3 course breakfast, lunch and dinner with a Menu that Milton our Cook was only to happy to change at our request.
The porters are amazing, carrying heavy loads and flying off ahead of us from the start, shouting Jambo as they pass. The camp was always ready for us when we arrived which for a few was a god send as they flopped into their beds after a trek.
Our whole group made it onto the top of Kilimanjaro which is a great credit to the support provided by the team.
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5* KILIMANJARO CLIMB - RONGAI ROUTE
An amazingly well organised and fantastic trip with a lovely group of people. Something I will never forget!
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The 6 day trip culminating in ascending Kilimanjaro was the best thing i ve ever done in my life-the very hardest but the most special.The team looking after us just could not have been more generous in their time energy and spirit.They were proud of their country and wanted us to have the best time we possibly could- and we did!
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5* Rongai Route - Kilimanjaro. WOWIE
I have just returned from my amazing adventure of climbing Kilimanjaro using the Rongai route. Don't believe people that say its easy. It isn't. But, it is 100% worth it :).
"The greatest things in life aren't things"
Is it challenging - Yes
Is it 100% worth it - Absolutely Yes!
Should you do it - Yes definitely!
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5* Do it, and do it with Exodus!
Made memories for life on this trip. Summit day was torture but our guides made getting to Gilmans Point (before getting to Uhuru Peak) an incredible moment. The team of guides and porters are exceptional. This is our second trip with Exodus and will use them again for future ones because we trust their ability to take care of us, from booking to the itinerary and guides
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4* KILIMANJARO CLIMB - RONGAI ROUTE
This trip is a perfect way to maximise your chances of getting to the summit of Kilimanjaro.
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5* KILIMANJARO CLIMB - RONGAI ROUTE
The trip was an awesome life experience. Although exhausting, it brings a great sense of achievement and provides amazing memories.
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This was a wonderful experience - tough as it comes, but so well supported by the experienced guides that we could hardly fail to succeed. Cannot believe how well organised and planned the whole trip was, from the excellent food through to the expert advice of the guides.
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5* Kilimanjaro Rongai Route
Wow, this trip was amazing!
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5* KILIMANJARO CLIMB - RONGAI ROUTE
In a nut shell Fantastic, would recorrmend it to anybody !!!!!!!!
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5* Kilimanjaro Climb Rongai Route
Excellent climb but maybe less diverse scenery of other routes.
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Not a thing I did not like - but as this was my 4th trip that's hardly surprising. This time - no anxiety - no stress - just trying hard to make myself a part of the mountain. It does work - believe me.
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An amazing time. From start to finish one of the most enjoyable things that I have ever done. Cannot fault it at all. Great food, great company and many friends made
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5* KILIMANJARO CLIMB - RONGAI ROUTE
This was the year when I wanted to do something exceptional (turning 40 makes you evaluate things somewhat!). Having listened to a colleague who had completed the Kilimanjaro challenge previously, the idea took seed and I eventually took the plunge and booked with Exodus. Alongside preparing myself for the physical challenge, Exodus were great at preparing me with tips on practical planning and ensuring everything was well organised.We were given ample opportunity to get to know the rest of the group of walkers and by the time the trekking commenced, we had forged friendships which will continue well beyond the holiday. The guides and porters who supported us throughout our trek were outstanding, both in help and friendliness. I am in awe of their positive attitude and physical stamina!The climb was tough, both physically and mentally but through the support of guides, portering staff and our new-found friendships, I was thrilled to reach the summit and be rewarded with a huge sense of achievement. The phrase 'on top of the world' has taken on a whole new meaning to me.I will never forget this trip; challenging, rewarding and motivational. I would urge anyone to do it!
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5* Amazing!
What a hard, rewarding experience... although Kili is not the prettiest of mountains it is certainly a mighty challenge... and withholds its beauty till summit day sunrise. The porters enabled summiting to be possible with their tireless support and encouragement.
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4* KILIMANJARO CLIMB - RONGAI ROUTE
A truly memorable trip to Tanzania and reaching the roof of Africa - no better way to spend your honeymoon!
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5* KILIMANJARO CLIMB - RONGAI ROUTE
What an amazing experience! I dont think i would have been able to turn an ambitious dream into a successful achievement anyway near as easily if it hadnt been for Exodus!
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5* Kilimanjaro Rongai Route - October 2018
Exodus Travels were an excellent company to deal with whilst arranging my recent trip to Kilimanjaro. I felt like I had my own personal travel agent to help me every step of the way. They answered every question and query I had knowledgably and efficiently. Everything about the trip ran smoothly and to plan. I would definitely use Exodus again for a future trip!
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5* KILIMANJARO CLIMB - RONGAI ROUTE
I organised a trip with Exodus for 3 dads to climb Kilimanjaro with their 18 year old sons / daughters. All 6 of us had a fantastic time and have some great memories - and we all got to the summit. It is a hard slog to get to the top but it is all worth it. The support crew were fantastic - supportive, encouraging, professional and reassuring.
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5* KILIMANJARO CLIMB - RONGAI ROUTE
I can see now why the trip notes refer to some people saying this is the hardest thing they have ever done. I'd agree - but the exhillaration and sense of acheivement made this one of the most rewarding things I have ever done too.
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5* KILIMANJARO CLIMB - RONGAI ROUTE
Exodus provided a trip of a lifetime and one I wouldn't hesitate to recommend to friends. They made the process easy and stress free before travelling then ensured we all had a great time whilst on our trip.
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5* KILIMANJARO CLIMB - RONGAI ROUTE
The biggest challenge I've ever undertaken and certainly worth the effort!Tough, don't underestimate it, but the support of the team behind you is fantastic.
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5* Tiger's Tanzanian adventure
I couldn't believe how a short period of time can change your life.
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5* Well-supported hike
The guide-to-guest ratio was excellent and we were well-fed and taken care of. Others in the group had altitude sickness symptoms and the staff were great at recognizing and managing these situations.
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5* KILIMANJARO CLIMB - RONGAI ROUTE
A truely amazing experience. Apart from a couple of suggestions I cannot fault this trip at all and would recommend it in a heartbeat. The African walking company who are the guides on the ground are brilliant and we felt thoroughly looked after at all times! The food is great, you seem to constantly be being fed and watered and noone got sick, which was a worry initially. The tents are good quality, generally hired gear is good quality also and you even get a small flushable loo at your campsites to use, which at first was a laughing stock, but once we saw the long drops we were very glad of our little blue loo.
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5* KILIMANJARO CLIMB - RONGAI ROUTE
A brilliant trip with a great bunch of people.
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This was an incredible trip! I hugely enjoyed the challenge of climbing Kilimanjaro and would highly recommend this trip to those of you that are seeking a holiday adventure! It was a very well organised trip from beginning to end.
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5* KILIMANJARO CLIMB - RONGAI ROUTE
This holiday (if you can call it that) was the best but hardest experience of my life. I thoroughly enjoyed every moment and couldn't have asked to spend my 10 days with a better bunch of friends or porters from the African Walking Company!!
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4* KILIMANJARO RONGAI ROUTE
Overall this was a well organised trip and in general met most of my expectations. This was my first trip with Exodus and I booked it with them based on word of mouth advice from others. As I didn't plan to come back to Kilimanjaro another day, I wanted to make sure I booked with a serious company in order to increase the probability of a summit success.
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5* KILIMANJARO CLIMB - RONGAI ROUTE
If you are looking for a challenge, then you should definitely do this. It gives you a great sense of achievement to make the summit. It was a fantastic experience that leaves you wanting to do more.
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5* KILIMANJARO CLIMB - RONGAI ROUTE
A truly well organised experience of a lifetime holiday. Very well looked after in all aspects - the food was just superb - I am not a camper but nethertheless tea in bed in the mornings certainly helped!!!
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5* KILIMANJARO CLIMB - RONGAI ROUTE
The trip is one of the most amaaaazing and challenging things I have done so far! It's hard physically (due to altitude) AND mentally, but totally worth it!! Remember that the pain is only temporary, the glory lasts forever.. This route also gives you chance to get used to the altitude so you will get to the top...
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5* KILIMANJARO CLIMB - RONGAI ROUTE
Climbing Kilimanjaro was an adventure for me. i wasn't sure what to expect, but found that the trip exceeded my expectations! We were all so well looked after and the whole experince was fantastic. Getting to the top of Kilimanjaro is not guarenteed, but as a group we all made it, which is a real testimony to how well we were looked after and supported on the trip.
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4* KILIMANJARO CLIMB - RONGAI ROUTE
A well organised, well advised, well informed trip and everyone from the general porters to the exodus guys were just brillant. Managed to keep the group motivated given some pretty unsettled conditions and a last minute logisitcal detour via Kili airport instead of direct to Nairobi was quick thinking and personally very well received!
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An amazingly emotional trip.The whole trip was brilliantly coordinated, the support team fantastic and the sense of achievement was immense. I would and have recommend this trip, if you are thinking about it, do it.
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5* Epic
What a fantastic adventure summiting Africa’s highest peak with the most amazing and supportive group of people, ever!!!!
Easily The most difficult thing I have ever done.
The trek was a well oiled machine. Porters were amazing. Tents were were dry and set up by the time we entered each camp. The food was fantastic.
The toilet was a godsend.
The guides were amazing, supportive, present and empathetic. I never would have summited without the excellent pacing and patience of Seraphine. I never would have made it die without the quick thinking, preparedness and assistance of Seraphine, King Janes, Abraham and others.
Of our group of 11 trekkers, 10 made it to Gilman’s point, and 8 of made it to Uhuru Peak!!!
I highly recommend Exodus and the African Walking Company (AWC)
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Trip of a lifetime, did what it said on the tin.
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5* Kilimanjaro Rongai Route October 2015
Amazing trip. Well organised, porters and guides fantastic. Great group of people. Food was good and plentiful. Altitude sickness/ exhaustion very hard on final summit. Views spectacular at the top, totally worth it. Descent on summit day very hard! An unforgettable once in a lifetime experience!
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