Kilimanjaro Climbing Tours via Northern Circuit

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The Kilimanjaro Northern Circuit route is one of the best routes and also the newest official route to ascend Mt. Kilimanjaro. This special route is also the least used and the longest route perfect for those seeking remote and long Mt Kilimanjaro hiking. Trekking through this trail guarantees excellent acclimatization changeover and exceptional views from th...
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Overview

Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Camping
Physical level
Strenuous
Trip pace
Full schedule

Highlights

    • Climb the highest peak in Africa along the newest official route allowing almost 360 degree views of the diverse region
    • It is the longest route to the top thus providing ample acclimatization time to trekkers
    • The northern circuit is more remote and so has the benefits of offering less traffic and more untouched surroundings
    • Trekkers don’t have to climb the Great Barranco Wall on this route
    • The route passes close through the Kenyan border with amazing views of the Tsavo Valley and Ambroselli Valley

What's this trip about?

    The Kilimanjaro Northern Circuit route is one of the best routes and also the newest official route to ascend Mt. Kilimanjaro. This special route is also the least used and the longest route perfect for those seeking remote and long Mt Kilimanjaro hiking. Trekking through this trail guarantees excellent acclimatization changeover and exceptional views from the northern slope of the mountain. The Kilimanjaro Northern Circuit itinerary follows the Lemosho route for the first few days, then ascending the Shira Ridge to cross the high Shira Plateau. Trekkers will leave the Lemosho route to turn northwards and follow the main circuit when approaching near the Lava Tower. Circling clockwise from Moir Hut to Buffalo Camp, trekkers will pass through School Hut before finally summiting from the east. The descent is made via the Mweka route, where it is likely for trekkers to encounter other trekkers from the Lemosho, Shira, Umbwe, Machame or the Marangu routes.

Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeIntimate group - 12 max
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityMoshi, Tanzania
End CityMoshi, Tanzania

Travel Themes

  • Hiking & Walking
  • Trekking & Expeditions

Destinations

Activities

  • Hiking
  • Trekking
  • Wildlife Viewing

Trip includes

    • Accommodation in Standard Hotels on Twin Sharing Basis
    • Equipment
    • Local Guide & Support Staffs
    • All Private Ground Transportation Including Airport Transfers
    • Meals in the Mountain
    • Small-Group Adventure
    • Guaranteed Departures
    • Lifetime Deposit
    • No Booking Fee

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Kilimanjaro; drive to Moshi

On arrival at the international airport in Kilimanjaro, you will be met by a Himalayan Glacier representative who will escort you to your designated hotel in Moshi. Later, in the evening, there will be a pre-trip discussion with our manager. You may ask as many questi...

Day 2: High-Altitude Transfer &Trekking to Shira 1 Camp

In the morning, your guide will arrive at the hotel along with a support crew who will meet you and have a short final orientation. After breakfast at your hotel, you will drive off to Londorossi Gate (2200m), the western entrance of Kilimanjaro National Park. After a...

Day 3: Trekking from Shira 1 Camp to Shira 2 Camp

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Accommodation: Camping

Maximum Altitude: 3,900m/12,796ft

Hiking distance: 7 km (+2 km acclimatization hike)

Hiking time: 3 – 4 hours (+1 – 2 hours acclimatization hike)

You will cross the Shira Plat...

Day 4: Trekking from Shira 2 Camp via Lava Tower to Moir Hut

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Accommodation: Camping

Elevations: Lava Tower (4630 m) – Moir Hut Camp (4200 m)

Maximum elevation: 4200m

Hiking: 6-8 hrsTravel Distance: 14 km

Maximum Altitude: 4,630m/15,191ft

Leaving Shira ...

Day 5: Trekking from Moir Hut to Buffalo Camp

Today’s trek is rather long and at the same time an easy hike. The initial walk involves a moderately steep climb out of the Moir Valley. Trekkers may take a short detour to climb the summit of the Lent Hills before returning to the northern circuit. The path crosses ...

Day 6: Trekking from Buffalo Camp to Rongai Third Cave Camp

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Accommodation: Camping

Hiking: 4-6 hrsTravel Distance: 8 km

Maximum Altitude: 3,870m/12,697ft

Leaving the Camp continuing to circle around the mountain’s north side, you will climb up the Buffalo ridge whi...

Day 7: Trekking from Rongai Third Cave Camp to School Hut

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Accommodation: Camping

Hiking: 4-5 hrsTravel Distance: 5 km

Maximum Altitude: 4,750m/15,585ft

Today, you will continue climbing higher on the eastern side of Kibo, crossing the saddle, the alpine desert th...

Day 8: Trekking to Uhuru Peak and Descent to Millennium Camp

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Accommodation: Camping

Hiking: 12-15Travel Distance: 16 km

Maximum Altitude: 5,895m/19,341ft

Day eight will begin around midnight when your guide will wake you up. You will have tea and biscuits and then s...

Day 9: Descent from Millenium Camp to Mweka Gate

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Accommodation: Hotel (Aishi Machame Hotel)

Hiking: 4-5 hrsTravel Distance: 12 km

Maximum Altitude: 1,640m/5,381ft

Waking up in the morning in the camp situated in a tropical forest, you will be relieved wi...

Day 10: Final Departure

Meals: Breakfast

After breakfast, you will be transferred to the airport for your international departure back home. The hotel check-out time is 11.00 am but if you have an evening flight and wish to check out from the hotel at a later time, there is an option ...

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Dates & Availability

Price From $3,899
Price per day$390
Last Updated: 12/17/2021

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

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Logistics

What's excluded

    • International flights

Accommodation

We will be accommodated in Aishi Machame Hotel or similar in Moshi; and tented accommodations during the trek. All accommodations are on twin-shared basis. Single supplement will be served on request and will cost an additional USD 000. Himalayan Glacier will arrange rooms with attached washrooms; however, during the climb, you will have shared tented washroom facilities. Also note that single rooms are readily available in Moshi but you will sleep on shared tents during the climb.

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Meals Included
  • 9 Breakfasts, 8 Lunches & 8 Dinners
Age Requirements
No age restrictions
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Trip ID
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