Mt. kilimanjaro Climb

10 DAYS NORTHERN CIRCUIT CLIMB MT. KILIMANJARO

$2800-3000 USD

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Safari summary

Northern Circuit is the most up to date and the longest route to Mt. Kilimanjaro, making it the best route for the summit.
The route offers a 360-degree perspective of Mt. Kilimanjaro making it the most dynamite perspectives of the differing area.
Northern Circuit is the longest route to climb Kilimanjaro, and offers unparalleled acclimatization openings, making it one of the most secure routes.
The trail starts at the Londorossi Gate on the west and seeks after indistinguishable way from the Lemosho Route on the initial two days. In any case, the way turns north close Lava Tower subsequent to intersection the Shira Plateau, and circles clockwise from Moir Hut to Buffalo Camp to School Hut, before summiting the top from the east.Slide is made by means of the Mweka route.
Kilisa Tours and Safari offers the Northern Circuit as 10-day climb tour.
It is exceedingly prescribed to take the northern circuit route as it gives the delightful scene of Mt Kilimanjaro with the most astounding acclimatization rate which is the most vital factor for a fruitful summit

About this tour

	Tour type	Set-date, set-itinerary, group
	Main focus	Hiking \| trekking
	Activity level	Strenuous activity
	Best months	All months
	Countries	Tanzania
	Parks	Kilimanjaro

Fine details

Safari highlights

Hiking | trekking

What’s included?

Accommodation
All drinks
Meals
Park fees

What’s not included?

Alcoholic beverages
Hot air balloons
Internal flights
International flights
Laundry
Premium alcoholic beverages
Private vehicle and driver
Spa treatments
Tips and gratuities
Visas

Itinerary

Londorossi Gate to Mti Mkubwa

Kilimanjaro

-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. • Meals: Lunch &Dinner • Overnight: Mti Mkubwa Camp

Mti Mkubwa

Mti Mkubwa to Shira 1 Camp

Kilimanjaro

We continue 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.

Shira 1 Camp

Shira 1 Camp to Shira 2 Camp

Kilimanjaro

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. • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch &Dinner • Overnight: Shira 2 Camp

Shira 2 Camp

Shira 2 Camp to Lava Tower

Kilimanjaro

We continue to the east up a ridge and then head southeast towards the Lava Tower – a 300ft 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.

Moir Hut

Moir Hut to Buffalo Camp

Kilimanjaro

We trek out of Moir Valley with a moderately steep climb, then hike to the summit of Lent Hills before returning to the main trail. The path crosses a rock field and gently undulates before reaching Buffalo Camp. This section of the trail offers great views across the plains that lie north of Kilimanjaro and stretch out to the Kenyan/Tanzanian border

Buffalo Camp

Buffalo Camp to Third Cave

Kilimanjaro

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.

Third Cave

Third Cave to School Hut

Kilimanjaro

We climb steadily up and over the “Saddle,” which sits between Kibo and Mawenzi. We continue to our camp, School Hut. Once here we rest, enjoy dinner, and prepare for the summit day. • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch &Dinner • Overnight: School Hut

School Hut

School Hut to Uhuru Peak

Kilimanjaro

we begin our push to the summit. We ascend for several hours at a slow but steady pace while taking frequent. The trail turns into heavy scree as we make the steep climb to the crater rim. At Gilman’s Point, we see the summit sign in the distance. We continue the around the crater rim until finally we arrive at Uhuru peak. We then descend a short distance to Crater Camp. There is an option to hike to reach Crater and the ash pit, or simply explore the areas around Furtwangler Glacier.

crater camp

Crater Camp to Mweka Camp

Kilimanjaro

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.

Mweka Gate

Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate

Kilimanjaro

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 Moshi. Drive back to your hotel in Moshi. Hotel

Parkview Inn

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