Rongai Route

The Rongai route is the only easy route starting from the North and offers great views of the Kenyan savannahs. It wasn't used for a while as the border was not deemed safe, but now the trail is open again. It is much drier than the other routes and you might even encounter an elephant on the way.

It is a very nice and scenic route and still relatively quiet as the most people climb the other routes. There are no technical parts, so it is very suitable for for beginners in hiking. 

The descent is down the Marangu route, but availability may be limited in the Horombo Hut.   This route is usually done in 7 days but as on every Kili climb 8 days is recommended.

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