Ten Days Northern Circuit Tour

10 days—The Northern Circuit route tour with overnight in crater is the best option If you are looking for a really unique adventure on Mount Kilimanjaro.

$2500-3000 USD

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Safari summary

This 10-Day Northern Circuit route tour with overnight in crater is the best option If you are looking for a really unique adventure, try sleep in Crater Camp on Mt Kilimanjaro. Crater camp stands on the Roof of Africa and is an incredible wilderness environment. If you have experience at altitude and love something challenging then sleeping overnight in Kilimanjaro's Crater Camp is a fantastic option

The 10-day Northern Circuit route tour commences in Moshi, heading to Londorossi Gate and concluding in Moshi Town, encompassing Africa's towering peak at 5,895 meters. Each day involves an average of 5-7 hours of trekking, allowing for essential acclimatization and an enjoyable journey.

This extended 10-day Kilimanjaro climb through the Northern Circuit presents a distinctive and immersive experience. It traverses diverse ecosystems and landscapes, showcasing the mountain's remarkable biodiversity. The extended duration enhances altitude acclimatization, a pivotal factor in achieving a successful summit. Adequate acclimatization minimizes altitude-related risks, ensuring a safer and more enjoyable ascent.

The Northern Circuit Route tour is widely regarded as one of the finest Kilimanjaro routes, boasting captivating scenery, solitude, a rewarding challenge, and even wildlife sightings. For those seeking an exceptional journey up Mount Kilimanjaro, the Northern Circuit stands out as an excellent choice, offering a truly unique and unforgettable experience. We offer the Northern Circuit as a 10-day group climb or private climb.

SMILE WIDE EXPEDITION offers 10-day Northern Circuit route tour with an attractive price range, with options ranging from $2,500 to $3,000 per climber. Price may vary depending on the level of service, group size and accommodation before or after Kilimanjaro Climbing tour.

The 10-Day Kilimanjaro Northern Circuit Route tour Highlight with an Overnight at A crater Camp
Day 1: Moshi/ Arusha – Londorossi gate – Mti mkubwa (big tree camp)
Day 2: Mti Mkubwa – Shira 1 camp
Day 3: Shira 1 camp – Shira 2 camp
Day 4: Shira 2 camp – Lava Tower – Moir Hut
Day 5: Moir Hut – Buffalo camp
Day 6: Buffalo camp – Third Cave
Day 7: Third Cave – School Hut
Day 8: School Hut –Crater Camp
Day 9: Crater Camp - Uhuru Peak (summit point) – Mweka camp
Day 10: Mweka camp – Mweka gate – Back to Moshi/Arusha


About this tour

Tour type Set-date, set-itinerary, group
Main focus Hiking | trekking
Activity level Strenuous activity
Best months All months
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Fine details

Safari highlights
  • Hiking | trekking
What’s included?
  • Accommodation
  • All drinks
  • Meals
  • Park fees
  • Private vehicle and driver
What’s not included?
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Internal flights
  • International flights
  • Premium alcoholic beverages
  • Spa treatments
  • Tips and gratuities
  • Visas

Itinerary

Day 1: Start your 10-day Journey

Kilimanjaro

Begin your 10-day adventure with a pickup from Moshi or Arusha, heading to Londorossi gate. This marks the entry point to your Kilimanjaro trek. From here, your path leads you into the wilderness, and your first night is spent at Mti Mkubwa, also known as Big Tree Camp, surrounded by the enchanting rainforest.

Mti Mkubwa Camp

Day 2: From Mti Mkubwa to Shira 1

Kilimanjaro

Your 10-day journey continues, taking you from Mti Mkubwa to Shira 1 camp. As you trek, the scenery shifts, revealing more of Kilimanjaro's diverse landscapes. You'll set up camp at Shira 1, where you'll rest and prepare for the days ahead.

Shira 1 Camp

Day 3: Shira 1 to Shira 2

Kilimanjaro

The day's trek leads you to Shira 2 camp, offering further exposure to Kilimanjaro's ever-changing terrain. You'll notice the environment evolving as you ascend, making your experience all the more captivating.

Shira 2 Camp

Day 4:Shira 2 -Moir Hut via Lava T

Kilimanjaro

Today's adventure takes you to Moir Hut via the renowned Lava Tower. The journey includes varying elevations and an exceptional lunch stop. The views are spectacular, and the terrain adds a thrilling dimension to your Kilimanjaro experience.

Moir Hut

Day 5: Moir Hut to Buffalo Camp

Kilimanjaro

Prepare for an exciting day as you trek to Buffalo Camp, known for its striking high-altitude landscapes. The unique scenery adds a sense of wonder to your Kilimanjaro expedition.

Buffalo Camp

Day 6: Buffalo Camp to Third Cave

Kilimanjaro

Your journey from Buffalo Camp to Third Cave introduces a shift in the surroundings. As you navigate the changing terrain, you'll gain a deeper appreciation of Kilimanjaro's remarkable beauty.

Third Cave

Day 7: Third Cave to School Hut

Kilimanjaro

On this day, you continue your ascent, heading toward School Hut. This camp serves as your base for the impending summit climb, providing you with a front-row seat to Kilimanjaro's grandeur.

School Hut

Day 8: School Hut – Crater Camp

Kilimanjaro

As you depart from School Hut, your journey takes a unique turn toward Crater Camp, a pivotal step on your Kilimanjaro adventure. This part of the route offers breathtaking vistas and a chance to appreciate the surrounding beauty. You'll rest at Crater Camp, preparing for the grand summit push that awaits you. This campsite provides an opportunity to acclimatize to the high altitude and soak in the anticipation of the ultimate challenge ahead.

Crater Camp

Day 9: Crater- Uhuru Peak-Mweka

Kilimanjaro

Your penultimate day is an awe-inspiring one as you depart from Crater Camp and embark on the ultimate ascent to Uhuru Peak, Kilimanjaro's summit and the highest point on the continent. The journey through this challenging, high-altitude terrain is rewarded with panoramic views and a sense of achievement as you reach the Roof of Africa. Following this triumph, you begin your descent, eventually arriving at Mweka camp, for dinner and overnight.

Mweka Camp

Day 10: Mweka camp – Mweka gate

Kilimanjaro

The final day of your Kilimanjaro adventure sees you making the descent from Mweka camp to Mweka gate. This marks the culmination of your incredible journey, where you'll complete the trek with a sense of accomplishment. From Mweka gate, a return journey takes you back to Moshi or Arusha, where you can reflect on your extraordinary achievement, carrying the memories of Kilimanjaro's majesty with you.

Moshi or Arusha

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