The Northern Circuit is the longest route on Mount Kilimanjaro and is gaining popularity due to its high success rate and gorgeous views. With plenty of time to acclimatize, this 9-day expedition traverses the remote northern slopes where few climbers venture, maximizing your chances of summiting Uhuru Peak at 5,895m.
Northern Circuit — Climb Kilimanjaro 9 Days
Duration
9 Days / 8 Nights
9 Days / 8 Nights
Price
$2,800 – $4,000
$2,800 – $4,000
Group Size
Max 10
Max 10
Difficulty
Challenging
Challenging
Day-by-Day Itinerary
1
Moshi to Mti Mkubwa Camp
Drive to Londorossi Gate. Three-hour forest hike through rainforest spotting Colobus monkeys.
2
Mti Mkubwa to Shira 1 Camp
Landscape transitions from rainforest to savannah grassland and heather with early glacier views.
3
Shira 1 to Shira 2 Camp
Acclimatization day exploring the Shira Plateau. Easy hike through meadows and Senecio forest.
4
Shira 2 to Lava Tower to Moir Hut
Ascend 700m to the Lava Tower (4,640m), then divert to secluded Moir Hut. Optional supplementary hikes.
5
Moir Hut to Buffalo Camp
Moderately steep climbs through the Lent Hills. Camp features breathtaking views of the Tanzania-Kenya border plains.
6
Buffalo Camp to Third Cave
Trek through wild, remote valleys and windswept terrain on the northern slopes where few climbers venture.
7
Third Cave to School Hut
Cross the saddle between Kibo and Mawenzi glaciers through alpine desert. Short day with early dinner before summit attempt.
8
Summit — Uhuru Peak (5,895m)
Start after midnight for a 5-7 hour hike to Stella Point, then two more hours to Uhuru Peak. Witness sunrise at the roof of Africa. Descend to Mweka Camp.
9
Mweka Camp to Moshi
Final descent through rainforest to Mweka Gate. Celebration with porters and guides, certificate presentation, and transfer to Moshi.
What's Included
- Professional mountain guides and porters
- All camping equipment
- All meals on the mountain
- Park entrance fees
- Rescue fees
- Certificate
- Hotel in Moshi (1 night)
Not Included
- International flights
- Visa fees
- Travel insurance
- Personal trekking gear
- Sleeping bag rental
- Tips for crew
Interested in this tour?
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