11 Days Kilimanjaro Northern Circuit Route Tour

Package Overview

(11 Days Total: Arrival + 9 Days Trekking + Departure)
Start/End Point: Arusha / Moshi
Route: Lemosho Gate – Shira Plateau – Northern Circuit – Uhuru Peak – Mweka Gate
Difficulty: Moderate to Challenging
Best Time to Climb: June to October & December to February

The Northern Circuit Route is the longest and most scenic route to the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro, offering exceptional views, low traffic, and the highest summit success rate. This 9-day trek begins from the Lemosho route and circles the mountain’s northern slopes before summiting via Gilman’s Point and Stella Point. It’s ideal for climbers who want more acclimatization time and to avoid the busier southern paths.

Day wise Itinerary

• Day 1 : Arrival in Arusha or Moshi (No Trekking)

  You’ll be met at Kilimanjaro International Airport and transferred to your hotel in Arusha or Moshi. Briefing with your mountain guide, gear check, and overnight rest.

  • Themes Trekking
• Day 2 : Lemosho Gate – Mti Mkubwa Camp (2,650 m)

  Hiking Time: 3–4 hours
  
  Distance: 7 km
  
  Vegetation: Montane forest
  After breakfast, transfer to Lemosho Gate, complete registration, and begin your trek through the rainforest. Overnight at Mti Mkubwa Camp.

  • Themes Hiking
• Day 3 : Mti Mkubwa – Shira 1 Camp (3,610 m)

  Hiking Time: 5–6 hours
  
  Distance: 8 km
  Continue through forest to moorland terrain and reach Shira Plateau. Enjoy panoramic views and camp at Shira 1.

  • Themes Hiking
• Day 4 : Shira 1 – Shira 2 Camp (3,850 m)

  Hiking Time: 3–4 hours
  
  Distance: 7 km
  Easy day to allow acclimatization. Hike across Shira Plateau to Shira 2 Camp, with optional acclimatization hikes.

  • Themes Hiking
• Day 5 : Shira 2 – Moir Hut (4,200 m)

  Hiking Time: 5–7 hours
  
  Distance: 14 km
  Climb toward the Lava Tower area before veering north to Moir Hut, a remote and quieter campsite with optional short climbs for acclimatization.

  • Themes Hiking
• Day 6 : Moir Hut – Buffalo Camp (4,020 m)

  Hiking Time: 5–7 hours
  
  Distance: 12 km
  Trek along the Northern Circuit, enjoying views of Kenya’s plains. Cross alpine desert terrain and camp at Buffalo Camp.

  • Themes Hiking
• Day 7 : Buffalo Camp – Third Cave Camp (3,870 m)

  Hiking Time: 5–6 hours
  
  Distance: 8 km
  Continue east across the northern slopes with gradual elevation changes. Arrive at the quiet Third Cave Camp.

  • Themes Hiking
• Day 8 : Third Cave – School Hut (4,750 m)

  Hiking Time: 4–5 hours
  
  Distance: 5 km
  Short but steep climb to School Hut, your base camp before summit night. Early dinner and rest before the midnight ascent.

  • Themes Hiking
• Day 9 : Summit Day – Uhuru Peak (5,895 m) – Mweka Camp (3,110 m)

  Hiking Time: 12–15 hours
  
  Distance: ~14 km
  Begin the midnight trek to Uhuru Peak, passing Gilman’s Point and Stella Point. Celebrate at the summit, take photos, then descend to Mweka Camp for overnight rest.

  • Themes Hiking
• Day 10 : Mweka Camp – Mweka Gate – Arusha/Moshi

  Hiking Time: 3–4 hours
  
  Distance: 10 km
  Final descent through rainforest to Mweka Gate. Receive your summit certificate and transfer back to your hotel for a hot shower and celebration dinner.

  • Themes Hiking
• Day 11 : Departure

  Transfer to the airport for your international flight. Congratulations on conquering Kilimanjaro’s most scenic route!

  • Themes Trekking

Inclusions

• All airport transfers (Kilimanjaro or Arusha)
• 2 nights accommodation in Moshi/Arusha (pre and post climb)
• Park fees, camping fees, rescue fees, and VAT
• Professional mountain guides, cooks, and porters
• All meals on the mountain (B, L, D)
• Tents, sleeping mats, tables, and chairs
• Water for drinking & washing
• Emergency oxygen and first aid kit
• Portable toilet (on request)
• Certificate of achievement (gold for reaching Uhuru, green for Gilman’s)

Exclusions

• International flights
• Tanzania visa ($50)
• Tips (recommended: $250–$350 per trekker)
• Personal trekking gear (sleeping bags, clothes, etc.)
• Travel insurance (required)
• Extra hotel nights
• Soda, alcohol, energy drinks

Price & Rates

Package Start From

• Arusha, Tanzania, Africa

Terms & Conditions

This Tour is Offered by

• Kilimanjaro, Moshi, Ward Rau - postal code- 25103, Moshi, Tanzania - 25120
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