Kilimanjaro Northern Circuit

9 days—Northern circuit you wiill experience climbing sorrounding the mountain from the northern side to the southern.

$2200-2500 USD

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Safari summary

This unique route combination is a lesser traveled route. You will see less hikers along the way, making this more private. As the trailhead is at a high elevation, you will start more slowly. This trail begins on the Shira Plateau. The trek across the plateau is said to be one of the most stunning and gorgeous hikes in Africa.

About this tour

	Tour type	Custom, tailor-made, private
	Main focus	Hiking \| trekking
	Activity level	Strenuous activity
	Best months	January, February, June, July, August, September, October, December
	Countries	Tanzania
	Parks	Kilimanjaro

Fine details

Safari highlights

Hiking | trekking

What’s included?

Accommodation
Airport transfers
Meals
Park fees
Private vehicle and driver

What’s not included?

Alcoholic beverages
All drinks
Hot air balloons
Internal flights
International flights
Laundry
Tips and gratuities
Visas

Itinerary

Londorossi Gate to MtiMkubwa Camp

Kilimanjaro

The Northern Circuit Route will begin at the Londorossi Gate (2,100 meters) in the west. Your ride to this gate will take approximately two hours from Moshi and longer from Arusha. You will register at the Kilimanjaro National Park gate entrance. After registration, you will ride further up the mountain to the trailhead. Lunch will be served before you begin your trek to Mti Mkubwa Camp. As you trek through the rain forest, it is sometimes possible to spot elephant and buffalo along the route.

MTI MKUBWA CAMP

MtiMkubwa to Shira Camp

Kilimanjaro

Distance:~8km / 5 miles Trekking time: 5-6 hours Zone: Rainforest / Low Alpine Zone Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included After your first hour of trekking, you will move out of the rain forest and enter into the low alpine moorland zone which leads you onto the Shira Plateau. This hiking day is relatively short and gradual and will end at Shira Camp 1 (3,610 meters).

shira one camp

Shira Camp 1 to Shira Camp 2

Kilimanjaro

will cross the Shira Plateau moving from Shira Camp 1 to Shira Camp 2. You will meet hikers on the Machame Route . At Shira Camp 2, you can trek higher up the plateau to enjoy the stunning view across the valley below and the Western Breach of Kilimanjaro above. As the plateau is exposed, you will need to be prepare for cold. Note: Trekkers on an eight-day hike will continue east up the Shira Plateau ridge and on to Lava Tower and then back down via the Northern Circuit to Moir Camp

shira 2 camp

SHIRA CAMP 2 TO MOIR CAMP

Kilimanjaro

This will be a long trekking day heading east and will pass through the ‘Garden of the Senecios’.You will then enter into the high alpine desert zone of the mountain. The morning will be spent trekking to Lava Tower and the iconic Shark’s Tooth rock formation at 4,600 meters, where you will have lunch.You will then join the northern circuit and head down to Moir Camp. This is an important day in your trek, as you will experience high altitude and sleep low.This is good for your acclimatization.

MOIR CAMP

MOIR CAMP TO BUFFALO CAMP

Kilimanjaro

Your day involves a moderately steep climb out of Moir Valley. Trekkers can take a short detour to climb the summit of Little Lent Hill at 4,375 meters before returning to the Northern Circuit Trail. From here the route follows a series of inclines and declines, skirting the northern slopes of Kibo to Buffalo Camp (4,020 meters). You will enjoy the fabulous vistas across the plains that lie north of Kilimanjaro and stretch to the Kenyan / Tanzanian border.

BUFFALO CAMP

BUFFALO CAMP TO RONGAI THIRD CAVE

Kilimanjaro

You will begin with a climb up the Buffalo Ridge and down to Porfu Camp where lunch is served. After lunch, you will continue east around the northern slopes to the Rongai Third Cave at 3,800 meters. This trek will be shorter than the previous day, and you should be feeling well acclimatized to the altitude. At mid-afternoon you will arrive at the Third Cave.

RONGAI THIRD CAVE

3RD CAVE TO SCHOOL HUT

Kilimanjaro

This day will be a steady climb up and over the Saddle which sits between the peaks of Kibo and Mawenzi. You will then continue walking south-west up to School Hut (4,800 meters). After arriving at School Hut, you will be served an early dinner. You can then rest, and hopefully sleep to prepare for your summit climb. Before your rest, you will organize all of your gear including warm clothes, insulated water bottles, snacks, headlamp and camera.

SCHOOL HUT

SCHOOL HUT TO UHURU TO MILLENNIU

Kilimanjaro

You will be woken at 11:30 pm with hot tea and biscuits, and then begin your summit experience up the steep slopes of Kibo under the cover of darkness. Your first check point is Hans Meyer Cave, where you will have a short break. The climb continues to steepen as you approach Gilman’s Point (5,681 meters), which will be about five to six hours after you begin. Be sure and take a moment to enjoy the approaching dawn and incredible view across to Mawenzi Peak.

MILLENIUM CAMP

Millennium Camp to Mweka Gate

Kilimanjaro

Your final day will be a short hike through the dense mountain rain forest from Millennium Camp (3,950 meters) to the Mweka Gate (1,640 meters). You will sign out at the gate and receive your appropriate summit certificate. You will then be driven back to your hotel in Moshi. It is customary to give your guide and porter tips before being driven back to your hotel in Moshi.

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