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Tour Details

KILIMANJARO NORTHERN CIRCUIT 

The northern circuit route is one of the best-recommended routes, with beautiful scenery. It is sometimes known as the 360 route Kilimanjaro orbit. The route is long and provides a challenging climb, The benefit of this route is that it gives time enough for acclimatization and has a higher success rate than most routes. The trek approaches the mountain from the west, starting at Moshi, and we drive straight to Lemosho Gate. From here, the trek moves on, passing through the rainforest across the Shira plateau and Shira ridge to camp at the Shira One campsite. The following day, we trekked up to Shira Two campsite. On the next day, it pushes on north and takes a clockwise turn to Moir campsite. From Moir campsite, we then ascend to Buffalo campsite. Early in the morning, we stretch on the path and ascend to the third cave campsite. Departure at the third cave is early, pushing onward to reach the school hut camp in the afternoon. At midnight, those on the 9-day trek start for the summit, and after the summit, they descend directly to the Mweka campsite. Those opting for the 10-day trek summit in the early morning hours ascend to Uhuru Peak and then descend to Crater Camp. The next morning, we descend to Mweka campsite (3100 m). On day 10, we descend from the Mweka campsite to the Mweka gate, sign, and drive back to the hotel for a shower and celebrations.

 
 

Departure & Return Location

Moshi 

Departure Time

 09:00 am

Price Includes

  • Transport to and from
  • Allowance for the crew
  • Park fees / VAT
  • Pick and drop off at the airport
  • Two nights accommodation in the hotel
  • Sleeping tent
  • Table and chairs
  • Three delicious meals a day
  • Morning call before wake up
  • Ginger tea for the summit day
  • Hot water for wash served on the small basin

Price Excludes

  • Drinks at the hotel
  • Personal belongings
  • Any Private Expenses
  • Room Service Fees
  • Taxi service
  • Health insurance
  • Flight tickets
Itinerary

Trek 1Lemosho Trailhead

Lemosho Trailhead (2,400m/7,880ft) to Big Tree Camp (2,800m/9,190ft)
 
Elevation Gain: 400m/1,310ft
 
This morning, you will drive to the Londorossi gate, where you will complete entry formalities. From here, your drive continues for around an hour to the Lemosho trailhead. Enjoy lunch before commencing your trek through a lush, undisturbed forest, where you may be lucky enough to see Colobus monkeys. The path undulates, steeply in places, to arrive at the first camp after 2-3 hours of trekking.
 
Overnight Big Tree Camp (Mti Mkubwa)

Trek 2Big Tree Camp to Shira 1 Camp

Elevation Gain: 750m/2,460ft
 
Your trek will begin in the forest; however, you will soon leave it behind, taking a steep track into a zone of giant heather and volcanic rock. This is a full day ascending the lush rolling hills below the Shira Plateau. Shira is the third of Kilimanjaro’s volcanic cones. The trail begins to ease as you reach the edge of the plateau, reaching camp after 5–6 hours. The view of Kibo across the plateau is incredible
 
Overnight Shira 1 Camp

Trek 3Shira 1 Camp (3,550m/11,650ft) to Shira 2 Camp (3,850m/12,650ft)

Elevation Gain: 300m/1,000ft
Trek across the Shira Plateau with an optional climb to Shira Cathedral (3,880m). Shira is one of the highest plateaus on earth. The day finishes with a gradual climb to Shira 2 Camp. Trekking time without the optional excursion is approximately 3 hours. Including acclimatization to the peak of Shira Cathedral will add approximately 1 hour.
Overnight Shira 2 Camp
 

Trek Day 4Shira 2 Camp (3,850m/12,650ft) to Moir Huts (4,200m/13,780ft) via Lava Tower (4,600m/15,090ft)

Elevation Gain: 750m/2,400ft
 
Elevation Loss: 400m/1,310ft
 
Your climb today will take you steadily up and over the expansive ridgelines of the high desert to Lava Tower. The trek to the base of the tower, a 300-foot-high volcanic plug, takes around 4-5 hours. From Lava Tower, head northwest, beginning your circuit of Kibo, the almighty summit cone of Mount Kilimanjaro. Moir Huts is an isolated and seldom used camp, affording views over the Shira Plateau. Total trekking time is approximately 6-7 hours. An alternative would be to take a gentle ascent across the alpine desert to Moir Huts in the morning and spend the afternoon on a guided trek of the nearby Lent Group, a series of wind-eroded parasite cones from which you can gaze down to the plains of Kenya.
 
Overnight Moir Huts

Day 5Moir Huts (4,200m/13,780ft) to Buffalo/Pofu Camp (4,020m/13,190ft)

Elevation Gain: 750m/2,400ft
 
Elevation Loss: 400m/1,310ft
 
Your climb today will take you steadily up and over the expansive ridgelines of the high desert to Lava Tower. The trek to the base of the tower, a 300-foot-high volcanic plug, takes around 4-5 hours. From Lava Tower, head northwest, beginning your circuit of Kibo, the almighty summit cone of Mount Kilimanjaro. Moir Huts is an isolated and seldom used camp, affording views over the Shira Plateau. total trekking time is approximately 6-7 hours. An alternative would be to take a gentle ascent across the alpine desert to Moir Huts in the morning and spend the afternoon on a guided trek of the nearby Lent Group, a series of wind-eroded parasite cones from which you can gaze down to the plains of Kenya.
 
Overnight Moir Huts

Trek Day 6Buffalo/Pofu Camp (4,020m/13,190ft) to Third Cave Camp (3,870m/12,700ft)

Elevation Loss:150m/490ft
 
Proceed onward, passing valleys and hiking ridges, through the alpine desert and moorland, and continuing your circuit towards the east. This rarely traveled route allows you to enjoy the vast mountain wilderness in peace. Trekking time today is 5–7 hours.
 
Overnight Third Cave Camp

Trek Day 7Third Cave Camp (3,870m/12,700ft) to School Huts (4,750m/15,580ft)

Elevation Gain:880m/2,880ft
 
Climb steadily to reach the saddle, a lunar landscape between the peaks of Kibo and Mawenzi. From here, continue upwards to reach School Hut Campsite in the early afternoon. The remainder of the day is spent resting and preparing for your summit ascent, which will begin in the early hours of the morning. Despite the short distance of 5km covered, trekking time is approximately 4-5 hours due to the high altitude and steep incline.
 
Overnight School Huts
 

Trek Day 8School Huts (4,750m/15,580ft) to Uhuru Peak (5,895m/19,340ft) then descending to Mweka Camp (3,110m/10,200ft)

Elevation Gain: 1,145m/3,760ft
 
Elevation Loss: 2,785m/9,140ft
 
Around midnight, begin the final ascent to Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa. For the next six hours, hike by the light of your flashlight. The ascent to the crater rim is the most challenging part of the entire trek. The trail consists mostly of steep switchbacks, with a rocky section known as Jamaica Rocks to scramble over as you approach the crater rim at Gilman’s Point (5,756m). The hike from here to Uhuru Peak is gradual and, as far as hikes go, not very difficult. The altitude, however, makes it feel long and tiring. After summit celebrations, descend from the rim at Stella Point, to Barafu Camp and then straight down to Mweka Hut, with lunch served on the way. This part of the descent takes about 6 hours, covering new terrain. Enjoy your last dinner on the mountain and a well-earned sleep.
 
Overnight Mweka Camp
 

Trek Day 9Mweka Camp (3,110m/10,200ft) to Mweka Gate (1,830m/6,000ft)

Elevation Loss: 1,280m/4,200ft
 
Descend to the gate through lush forest (3–4 hours), looking for monkeys along the way. You will be collected from Mweka Village and taken to your hotel in Moshi.

Supplements and Prices

Addons

Gear

We offer the following add-ons to your gear:

  • Private Toilet: USD 150
  • Private Tent: USD 5 per day
  • Thicker sleeping mattress: USD 10 per mattress
  • Thermarest: USD 15 per thermarest

Our packages by default include a foam sleeping mattress of 2-inch thickness, if you want a thicker alternative, you can opt for a 4-inch foam mattress with the above-mentioned extra cost.

Transfers

We offer the following transfer options:

  • Kilimanjaro Airport (JRO) to Moshi (one way): USD 50 per vehicle
  • Moshi to Kilimanjaro Airport (JRO) (one way): USD 50 per vehicle
  • Arusha to Moshi (one way): USD 100 per vehicle
  • Moshi to Arusha (one way): USD 100 per vehicle

Private Trek

Prices for a Private Trek

Please find below the prices for organizing a private trek. The prices are based on your group size.

Northern circuit
9 days + 2 nights hotel: $3500

Northern circuit+ crater
9 days + 2 nights hotel 3900$

Northern circuit+ crater
10 days + 2 nights hotel 4300$

𝘾𝙤𝙨𝙩 𝙏𝙤 𝘾𝙡𝙞𝙢𝙗 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙎𝙖𝙛𝙖𝙧𝙞𝙨:

• Prices vary between operators; you should choose with caution.

• We offer reasonable rates for food, equipment, transportation, and wages for the staff.

• Our services are better than others because we regard our clients highly.

• We organize group climbs of 10–20 people per group, solo clients, honeymooners, pairs, and family tours. Also, private climbs and safaris are organized every day. You should reserve your booking with us as soon as possible for any dates, any climbing route, or any safari with any number of participants.

• Note that we never add people to a private climb or safari without the consent of the group.

• We offer 2 2-night hotel stays in Moshi with B+B; make sure you book your accommodation in Moshi rather than Arusha.

 

𝙒𝙝𝙮 𝘾𝙝𝙤𝙤𝙨𝙚 𝙀𝙭𝙥𝙡𝙤𝙧𝙚 𝙏𝙧𝙚𝙠𝙠𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝘼𝙙𝙫𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙪𝙧𝙚;

We have a team of well-experienced, competent, with proven expertise for a long period of time in this field. Our guides have communication skills with good knowledge of first aid skills, the provision of Food is done by the best chefs and our porters are well behaved and ready to stand out to clients. We ensure individual attention, flexibility, and high safety for all. Our 4×4 WDs are reliable, comfortable, and ready to take on the roughest, toughest wilderness.

 

 

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