9 Days Northern Circuit Kilimanjaro
Day 0: Arrival in Moshi
- Arrive in Moshi, Tanzania, a vibrant town located near Mount Kilimanjaro.
- Meet with Mr Andrew or Our representative for a briefing and equipment check.
- Spend the day resting, exploring Moshi, and preparing for your trek.
- Overnight stay in a hotel or lodge in Moshi.
Day 1: Moshi to Londorossi Gate to Mti Mkubwa Camp
- Drive from Arusha to Londorossi Gate (about 4-5 hours).
- Complete park formalities at the gate and meet your porters.
- Begin your trek through lush rainforest to Mti Mkubwa Camp.
- Overnight at Mti Mkubwa Camp (2,780m).
Day 2: Mti Mkubwa Camp to Shira 1 Camp
- Trek through the rainforest, ascending to the heath zone.
- Enter the Shira Plateau and enjoy scenic views of the surrounding landscape.
- Reach Shira 1 Camp (3,505m/11,499ft) for dinner and overnight camping.
Day 3:Shira 1 Camp to Shira 2 Camp
- Continue ascending through the moorland zone.
- Trek across the Shira Plateau, a vast expanse with stunning scenery.
- Reach Shira 2 Camp, nestled beneath the towering Shira Cathedral.
- Rest and acclimatize at the campsite.
- Overnight at Shira 2 Camp (3,840m).
Day 4: Shira 2 Camp to Moir Hut
- Trek towards the east, crossing a ridge and ascending towards Kibo.
- Pass through the high desert landscape with sparse vegetation.
- Arrive at Moir Hut, offering breathtaking views of Mount Kilimanjaro.
- Spend the afternoon exploring the surrounding area.
- Overnight at Moir Hut (4,200m).
Day 5: Moir Hut to Buffalo Camp
- Depart Moir Hut and ascend through alpine desert.
- Traverse the Lent Hills and cross the Buffalo Ridge.
- Descend into the Great Barranco Valley, with its unique flora.
- Arrive at Buffalo Camp, nestled beneath the imposing Barranco Wall.
- Rest and prepare for the challenging climb ahead.
- Overnight at Buffalo Camp (4,020m).
Day 6: Buffalo Camp to Third Cave Camp
- Climb the Barranco Wall, a thrilling and challenging ascent.
- Trek through the Karanga Valley, with stunning views of glaciers.
- Ascend to Third Cave Camp, located in a sheltered valley.
- Rest and acclimatize at the campsite.
- Overnight at Third Cave Camp (3,870m).
Day 7: Third Cave Camp to School Hut
- Ascend steadily through rocky terrain towards Kibo Hut.
- Arrive at School Hut, the final camp before the summit attempt.
- Rest and prepare for the summit push.
- Pack your summit gear and go to bed early for a few hours of rest.
- Overnight at School Hut (4,800m).
Day 8: School Hut to Uhuru Peak to Mweka Camp
- Wake up around midnight for the summit attempt.
- Begin the challenging climb to Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa.
- Reach the summit in time to witness the breathtaking sunrise.
- Descend back to School Hut for a short rest and breakfast.
- Continue descending to Mweka Camp through moorland and rainforest.
- Celebrate your accomplishment with your team at Mweka Camp.
- Overnight at Mweka Camp (3,100m).
Day 9: Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate
- Descend through the lush rainforest, enjoying the sights and sounds.
- Arrive at Mweka Gate, where you’ll receive your summit certificates.
- Say farewell to your guides and porters before transferring back to Arusha.
- Relax and reflect on your incredible journey.
- Overnight at a hotel in Moshi.
| People in Group | Price per Person |
| 1-2 Pax | Usd $2,650 |
| 3-5 People | Usd $2,550 |
| 6-8 People | Usd $2,400 |
| 9 and Above | Usd $2,290 |
INCLUDED
- Private transport from Kilimanjaro International Airport to your accommodations in Moshi.
- Private transport to Kilimanjaro International Airport after trek to catch your flight back home
- 2 nights of accommodation in Moshi before and after trek
- Transportation to & from the Kilimanjaro gate
- Park entry fees,
- Hut fees
- Team Kilimanjaro Rescue fees
- 18% VAT on tour fees & services
- Friendly and professional mountain guides, cook and porters
- 3 hot meals daily while on the mountain
- Enough treated & filtered drinking water throughout the trek
- Hot water for washing
- Fair wages for the mountain crew as approved by the Kilimanjaro National Park Authority (KINAPA), Kilimanjaro Association of Tour Operators (KIATO)
- Government taxes
- Portable oxygen tanks & ox meter
- Emergency first-aid kit
EXLUDED
- Lunches, dinners and drinks at your hotel before and after climb.
- Travel insurance
- Portable flush toilet with a toilet tent is available for extra charges $ 100 for the entire trek to be shared in a group.
- Flights
- Laundry (Available at hotel)
- Personal items and toiletries
- Tips for guides, porters and cook (this is a guide to tipping on the mountain Tipping on Kilimanjaro from the trekking group (not per climber):
- Guides: $20/day/guide
- Cook: $15/day
- Porter: $10/day/porter
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