The Rongai Route stands out as one of the more approachable paths up Mount Kilimanjaro, boasting a notably high success rate among climbers. Beginning from the mountain’s northern side, just below the Kenyan border, it’s distinguished by its lesser-traveled status. Climbers on this route are treated to varied perspectives of the mountain as they descend via the Marangu Route on the southern side.
The journey to the trailhead typically spans around 2.5 hours from Moshi, traversing numerous villages and coffee plantations en route. Before embarking, climbers must register their climbing permits at Marangu, a necessary stop along the way.
