Kilimanjaro Climb - Rongai Route: Tanzania

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Average Review Rating: from 136 reviews.

John Carmichael

KILIMANJARO CLIMB - RONGAI ROUTE

Written January 2013
Guides were vey experienced, helpful and friendly. A wonderful country with friendly people. A wonderful experience.
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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
Just getting closer to the mountain. Hard to believe I was finally In Africa, doing what I'd dreamed of doing for so long.
What did you think of your group leader?
Jonas was great. Very friendly and shared a lot of knowledge on the mountains, landscape and wildlife. A really happy guy who wanted to talk about his own life and wanted to know more about British life from us.
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
The heat is more intense than I thought. Wear a bush hat and keep on with the sun screen (don't forget the back of your hands!!)
Hire a sleeping mat - they're better than the thin one I'd brought.
Get your yellow fever jab and bring the certificate. We were asked for it. One of my fellow climbers had his jab but didn't bring his certificate. It cost him $25. Bit of a scam I think.
Our water was provided chlorinated and food was good, but even using wet wipes and antiseptic hand wash all the time, I still had a two day bug - keep an eye on hygiene as much as you can.
Is there anything else you would like to add?
Just listen to the guides and they will do their most to get you to the top of Kilimanjaro.
Clair Hood

KILIMANJARO CLIMB - RONGAI ROUTE

Written December 2012
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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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
The highlight obviously has to be making it to the summit of Kilimanjaro, also the fact that all 7 in the group made it meant that we could all celebrate together. This achievement will be a lasting memory!
What did you think of your group leader?
Priscus the head guide was excellent. He helped anyone struggling with altitude sickness and he and the other guides were very knowledgable about the mountain flora, fauna and all aspects of trekking.
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
Go prepared for rain, hail, sleet and snow!! Waterproofs are your best friend, plus thermals and lots of layers.
Is there anything else you would like to add?
It was a slog, it was wet, it was cold, I wondered many many times why on earth I was doing this ... but I made it to the summit and will never forget that feeling (2 days later) when the aches pains and sickness faded of exhilleration and achievement.
Trip of a lifetime!!
Annika Martin

KILIMANJARO CLIMB - RONGAI ROUTE

Written November 2012
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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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
Strangely, not making it to the top. I've always been an outdoor fitness freak and this forced me to contempate my place in the world! I will be back however....unfinished business with the mountain.
Kath Griffin

KILIMANJARO CLIMB - RONGAI ROUTE

Written October 2012
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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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
Summit day sunrise, knowing I was nearly, finally at the top and that all that training had been worth it!
My fellow teamies - I went with a small but perfectly formed group of people and the dynamics within the group were great. I was motivated and ready for the challenge, but had a great giggle along the way.....
What did you think of your group leader?
The group leaders were great - really helpful and want you to succeed.
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
The guides & porters are there to help.... if they want to take your back pack as you're struggling, let them, and if the guides talk to you about how you're feeling and if you should take Diamox, listen to them. They know the score, they have done this trip countless times with different people and are so supportive and knowledgeable and helpful... at the end of the day, they want you to suceed, and they will help you get there....
Is there anything else you would like to add?
This trip was amaaaaazing.... if you want a challenge and a HUGE sense of achievement, then do it, do it, do it. Kilimanjaro landscape changes as you go up and at some points this landscape is not a thing of beauty... so if you're looking for spectacular scenery all around you all the time, then you might want to try something else.... but if you want the challenge of getting to the top of that big old hill (well Volcano) (which is soooooo worth it), then this is the trip for you!!
Alexander Ralton

KILIMANJARO CLIMB - RONGAI ROUTE

Written October 2012
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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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
The sense of personal achievement of reaching the roof of Africa and the awe that Uhuru Peak at the top of Kilimanjaro inspires cannot be underestimated but I was also struck by the welcome given to us by the dignified people of Tanzania.
What did you think of your group leader?
Meke was fun, knowedgeable and inspirational. He was in charge of a good gang who looked after us very well. He made all of us confident that we would reach the top and have fun doing so.
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
You will not go hungry or thirsty! Chef manages to prepare three 3 course meals a day and our team were never able to finish the food.
You will get dirty! Dust and ash get everywhere and washing facilities are limited to a small bowl of water. Do take extra walking socks because the volcanic dust and ash turn sweaty socks into sandpaper.
Do take all the kit list as advised. We experienced an amazing range of temperatures from hot to very cold.
Cold kills rechargeable batteries. See if yours work after freezing them at home.
Is there anything else you would like to add?
I booked this trip with Exodus for myself and a friend after receiving positive feedback from friends and acquaintances who had also used Exodus. I am pleased to say that I can now recommend Exodus as well.
Phillip Absolon

KILIMANJARO CLIMB - RONGAI ROUTE

Written October 2012
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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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
Obviously the tremendous sense of achievement on reaching the summit is a personal highlight, however the thing that made the whole trip for me was the other people in our group. We all got on really well together and quickly bonded into a tightly knit group. The cameraderie was fantastic.
What did you think of your group leader?
Meke was a great team leader. Everything was really well organised and it all rang like clockwork. Both he and the rest of the team worked really hard to make sure our trip was as good as it could be.
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
Take ear plugs. It can be difficult to get to sleep.
Listen to the guides, they know what they're talking about!
Is there anything else you would like to add?
This was my second trip with Exodus and I can't rate them highly enough. Both they and their local partners, African Walking Co. are really well organised and proffessional. Don't just think about it - GO FOR IT!
Neil St John

KILIMANJARO CLIMB - RONGAI ROUTE

Written October 2012
Restricted for time my wife and I chose this route as it fitted in with our available holiday dates and we were attracted to the 'easiest' route classification. Sadly I fell sick at Kibo the base camp for the summit and missed the opportunity to go for it. On reflection a longer climb with more acclimatisation would perhaps have been better. Our group was assesed as 'strong' and 8 out of 15 got to the summit. Whilst disappointed I still enjoyed the experience and may return.
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What did you think of your group leader?
Our group leader was kind and considerate.
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
I would recommend doing a longer route (time wise) for better acclimatisation. We felt a bit rushed. A 15min lunch break on the final day - 20k downhill almost jogging!