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USD 2,500
per person
Overview
There Northern Circuit route is one of the best routes on Kilimanjaro, offering nearly 360 degrees of beautiful scenery including the quiet, rarely visited northern slopes. As the longest route on Kilimanjaro, the Northern Circuit also has the most acclimatization time and the highest summit success rate.
Summit Success Rate
90%+
Summit Success Rate
* Based on guided expeditions with our professional support team.
Day-by-Day Itinerary
DAY
1
1
Arrive in Tanzania
You will be picked up at the Kilimanjaro International Airport and transferred to your hotel in Moshi town, you will meet ndaule African Adventures guide who will brief you on your upcoming trek and do an equipment check to make sure you have all the necessary mountain gear. Gear which is missing can be rented on this day.
DAY
2
2
Lemosho Gate to Mti Mkubwa
3-4 hours 6 km/4 miles 7,742 ft to 9,498 ft
We depart Moshi for Londorossi Gate, which takes about 4 hours, where you will complete entry formalities. Then drive to the Lemosho trailhead. Upon arrival at trailhead, we begin hiking through undisturbed forest which winds to the first camp site.
7,742 ft to 9,498 ft
6 km/4 miles
3-4 hours
DAY
3
3
Mti Mkubwa to Shira 1 Camp
5-6 hours 8 km/5 miles 9,498 ft to 11,500 ft
We continue on the trail leading out of the rain forest and into a savannah of tall grasses, heather and volcanic rock draped with lichen beards. As we ascend through the lush rolling hills and cross several streams, we reach the Shira Ridge before dropping gently down to Shira 1 Camp. Here we catch our first glimpse of Kibo across the plateau.
9,498 ft to 11,500 ft
8 km/5 miles
5-6 hours
DAY
4
4
Shira 1 Camp to Shira 2 Camp
3-4 hours 7 km/4 miles 11,500 ft to 12,500 ft
We explore the Shira Plateau. It is a gentle walk east on moorland meadows towards Shira 2 Camp. The heath zone displays abundant wildflowers and unique Senecio trees.
11,500 ft to 12,500 ft
7 km/4 miles
3-4 hours
DAY
5
5
Day 5
2 activities
Shira 2 Camp to Lava Tower
12,500 ft to 15,190 ft
7 km/4 miles
3-4 hours
Lava Tower to Moir Hut
We continue to the east up a ridge and then head southeast towards the Lava Tower - a 300 ft tall volcanic rock formation. Then we divert from the main trail to Moir Hut, a little used site on the base of Lent Hills. A variety of walks are available on Lent Hills making this an excellent acclimatization opportunity. Shira Plateau is one of the highest plateaus on earth.
15,190 ft to 13,580 ft
7 km/4 miles
2-3 hours
DAY
6
6
Buffalo Camp to Third Cave
5-7 hours 8 km/5 miles 13,200 ft to 12,700 ft
As we head up Buffalo Ridge, the terrain becomes increasingly sparse. This route is rarely travelled and we will enjoy its mountain wilderness feel. We trek through remote valleys on to the northern slopes of Kilimanjaro until we arrive at Third Cave.
13,200 ft to 12,700 ft
8 km/5 miles
5-7 hours
DAY
7
7
Third Cave to School Hut
4-5 hours 5 km/3 miles 12,700 ft to 15,600 ft
We climb steadily up and over the "Saddle" which sits between Kibo and Mawenzi. We continue on to our camp, School Hut. Once here we rest, enjoy an early dinner to prepare for the summit day.
12,700 ft to 15,600 ft
5 km/3 miles
4-5 hours
DAY
8
8
Day 8
2 activities
School Hut to Uhuru Peak
Very early in the morning (around midnight), we begin our push to the summit. This is the most mentally and physically challenging portion of the trek. The wind and cold at this elevation and time of day can be extreme. We ascend in the darkness for several hours while taking frequent, but short, breaks. At Gilman's point (18,600 ft), you will be rewarded with the most magnificent sunrise you are ever likely to see coming over Mawenzi Peak. Finally, we arrive at Uhuru Peak- the highest point on Mount Kilimanjaro and the continent of Africa.
15,600 ft to 19,341 ft
6 km/4 miles
6-8 hours
Uhuru Peak to Mweka Camp
From the summit, we now make our descent continuing straight down to the Mweka Hut camp site, stopping at Barafu for lunch. The trail is very rocky and can be quite hard on the knees; trekking poles are helpful. Mweka Camp is situated in the upper forest and mist or rain can be expected in the late afternoon. Later in the evening, we enjoy our last dinner on the mountain and a well-earned sleep.
19,341 ft to 10,065ft
12 km/7 miles
4-6 hours
DAY
9
9
Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate
3-4 hours 10 km/6 miles 10,065 ft to 5,380 ft
On our last day, we continue the descent to Mweka Gate and collect the summit certificates. At lower elevations, it can be wet and muddy. From the gate, we continue another hour to Mweka Village. A vehicle will meet us at Mweka Village to drive us back to the hotel in
10,065 ft to 5,380 ft
10 km/6 miles
3-4 hours
Pricing
All prices are per person in USD.
| Group Size | 8 Days |
|---|---|
| 1 person | USD 2,500 |
Prices include all services listed under "What's Included". International flights and personal equipment are not included.
What's Included
Included
- Two ways Airport Transport.
- Two night hotel Accommodation
- All the park fees with its 18%VAT
- Three meals per days and its drinking water while on Mountain (Breakfast, Lunch and dinner)
- Fair Salary for the Porters, Cook and Guide.
- Sleeping Tents, Table and Chairs.
- High Quality 4 inches sleeping mattress
- Oximeter to check your Oxygen and heart rate.
- Oxygen cylinder
- Portable flushable toilet
- personal summit certificate stamped and signed by National park and your guide.
Not Included
- Your hiking personal gear
- Tips for the porters, Cook and Guide
- Visa
- International and Domestic flight
- Laundry services
- Lunch and Dinner while in Hotel
- Travell insurance
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