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Kilimanjaro Northern Circuit Route
11 Days: Africa Natural Tours
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TOUR OVERVIEW
Kilimanjaro Northern Circuit Route
11 Days
Experience the newest route on
Kilimanjaro
Be
one of the first to ascend the peaks of Mount Kilimanjaro by way of the new
Northern Circuit Kilimanjaro route! For thousands of years, the imposing
grandeur of Africa’s tallest mountain has captivated the human imagination. Now
for the first time ever, Africa natural Tours gives you the opportunity
to experience the most recently opened route on Kilimanjaro. The incredible 11
Days Northern Circuit Kilimanjaro journey is the newest, longest, and most
visually stunning trek available. The length of the climb lets you undergo
gradual and complete acclimatization before reaching the summit. This unique
feature gives the Northern Circuit the highest climb success rate out of all
the routes up Kilimanjaro. On the way, you’ll survey spectacular scenery and
glimpse untouched wildlife and wilderness. You’ll venture where few have gone
before via secluded trails on this newly unlocked mountain route. The Northern
Circuit is still a well-kept secret—hurry for the chance to be among its first
pioneers! Check out our tour itinerary to see what to expect on your
unforgettable Northern Circuit Kilimanjaro adventure:
Our Package Includes
- Transport from/to park gate & airport transfer
- Pre and post climb accommodation in Moshi
- Park, camping & rescue fees
- Mountain tent & mattress
- Professional English speaking guide(s), porters & chef
- 10 breakfasts; 9 lunches; 8 dinners
- Water; tea and coffee with meals
Not Included
- Flights
- Lunch & dinner in Moshi
- Travel insurance
- Visa and passport fees
- Increases in park fees where applicable
- Personal equipment
- Sleeping bag
- Tips for guide(s), porters & cook
- Soda and Alcoholic beverages
TOUR
ITINERARY
Day 1: Kilimanjaro Airport to Moshi
The
first day on your incredible journey up the Northern slopes of Mount
Kilimanjaro is filled with anticipation. You’ll receive a warm welcome at the
airport by our driver who’ll take care of all your luggage and transportation
to the hotel in Moshi. After settling down, you’ll come down for an orientation
session with the Viva Africa Tours team. Our expert team leaders will guide you
through all the important details of your route and offer advice for a
successful trek. Your hiking gear will then be thoroughly inspected and
adjusted if necessary. The rest of the day is spent getting ready for your
life-changing journey.
Day 2: Moshi to Londorossi Gate
(2,350m) to Mti Mkubwa (2,750m)
Walking Time: 3 hours Distance: 7 km
Altitude Gain: 450m
Wake
up early and invigorated for the upcoming journey to the foot of the Northern
Circuit Kilimanjaro route. After eating a hearty breakfast at the hotel, you’ll
leave Moshi for the Londorossi Park Gate in the West. The 3-hour drive will
take you off the beaten path for a remarkable cultural experience, traversing
the fascinating townscapes of Boma N’gombe among the native people of Sanya
Juu. After arriving at your destination, you’ll register with the Kilimanjaro
National Park authorities while our team assembles all your gear and supplies.
Meet and get to know the rest of your support team, including our friendly
chefs. Our guides will then drive you further up the mountain to the starting
point of your trek. On the first leg of your journey, you’ll move through
untamed wilderness brimming with ancient and exotic botanical species. Black
and White Colobus Monkey peer down from the lush rainforest canopy while you
catch a glimpse of larger mammals like the elephant or buffalo. Your final
destination for the day is the Mti Mkubwa Camp (2,750 m) where you’ll rest and
recuperate.
Day 3: Mti Mkubwa (2,750m) to Shira
Camp 1 (3,550m)
Walking Time: 6-7 hours Distance: 10
km Altitude Gain: 800m
Wake
up on the lower slopes of Mount Kilimanjaro to begin the longest and most
spectacular day of trekking so far. You’ll pass through the last sections of
rainforest before entering the majestic barren landscape of the Low Alpine
moorland zone. Marvel at rare flora species, including enormous violet lobelias
and wild vegetation. Venture across the massive Shira Plateau, the collapsed
vestiges of an ancient volcanic crater. You’ll then cross over the Shira Ridge
towards the slopes of Shira Camp 1 (3,600 m), where you’ll set up for the
night.
Day 4: Shira Camp 1 (3,550m) to Shira
Camp 2 (3,840m)
Walking Time: 3-4hours Distance: 8km
Altitude Gain: 290m
After
devouring a hot steaming breakfast, you’ll continue your scenic trek across the
exposed moorland zone. Few visitors have frequented this section of Kilimanjaro
so you’ll get to fully experience its untouched beauty. Emerging from the Shira
Plateau, you’ll be greeted by a truly stunning view of the peak of Kilimanjaro
before reaching Shira Camp 2 (3,810 m). The rest of the day will involve free
time to explore the spectacular surrounds, including the landmark Shira
Cathedral, a grand buttress of rock surrounded by pinnacle and spire
formations. Your guide will also lead brief excursions to aid each person’s
acclimatization process.
Day 5: Shira Camp 2 (3,840 m) to
Moir Hut Camp (4,200 m)
Walking Time: 5-7 hours Distance:
14km Altitude Gain: 610m
The
fifth day of the Northern Circuit Route Kilimanjaro will take you east into the
High Alpine desert zone. Here the Lemosho Route connects with the popular
Machame Route before you leave for a more secluded trail. You’ll get to marvel
at curious desert plant species and view the iconic Shark’s Tooth volcanic rock
formation on the way to Lava Tower. This part of your journey involves gradual
exposure to much higher altitudes, consolidating your acclimatization process.
The end of the day sees you heading towards the Moir Camp (4,200 m), situated
behind the magnificent Lent Hills. There you’ll put up your feet up and enjoy a
steaming hot meal.
Day 6: Moir Hut Camp (4,200 m) to
Buffalo Camp (4,020 m)
Walking Time: 5 – 7 hours Distance:
12km Altitude Loss: 180m
Wake
up to the refreshing mountain air in the high altitude Kilimanjaro slopes.
You’ll have breakfast, gather your gear, and climb out of the Moir Valley. A
short detour sees you reach the summit of Lent Hills to admire the views before
rejoining the Northern Circuit trail. Journey along rolling terrain that
incline and decline, taking you around the northern slopes of Kibo before
reaching Buffalo Camp. Set up for the night at a stunning campsite with the
spacious Kenyan plains stretching out below you.
Day 7: Buffalo Camp (4,020 m) to
Third Cave (3,870 m)
Walking Time: 5 - 7 hours Distance:
8km Altitude Loss: 150m
Your
Kilimanjaro Northern Circuit adventure continues with a revitalizing morning
climbing up to the top of ‘Buffalo Ridge’. After stopping for lunch, you’ll
continue eastwards through High and Low Alpine scenery passing increasingly
sparse and rare vegetation. The day’s journey ends after circumventing the
northern slopes to reach the Rongai Third Cave Camp. By this stage of the trek,
you’ll be fully acclimatized to the high altitude.
Day 8: Third Cave (3,870 m) to
School Hut (4,800 m)
Walking Time: 4 - 6 hours Distance:
6km Altitude Gain: 930m
This
is the final leg of the trip before your last ascent up to the peak of Mount
Kilimanjaro. The highlight of the day will be the trek up and over The Saddle,
a lunar landscape that lies between the Kibo and Mawenzi Peaks. You’ll then
head southwest to School Hut (4,800 m) to rest in preparation for the end of
your amazing journey. Your guides will thoroughly check all your gear and
supplies in preparation for an early morning start.
Day 9: School Hut (4,800 m) to Mweka
Camp (3,060 m)
Walking Time: 11 – 15 hours
Distance: 19km Altitude Gain: 1095m Altitude Loss: 2835m
Your
last morning on the Mount Kilimanjaro Northern Circuit will get off to an early
start. You and your guides will travel through the darkness towards
Kilimanjaro’s main crater rim at Gilman’s Point. There you’ll rest before the
final push, passing spectacular ice cliffs and glaciers. You’ll arrive at the
Mount Kilimanjaro summit just in time to catch the sunrise, the most
spectacular of nature’s backdrops. Share the sense of exhilaration and
accomplishment with your guides and support team. Soak in the beauty of the
view before retracing your steps down the crater rim. Then you’ll descend on
the Mweka Route towards the last stop on your journey – Mweka Camp.
Day 10: Mweka Camp (3,060 m) to
Mweka Gate (1,640 m) to Moshi
Walking Time: 3 – 4 hours Distance:
10km Altitude Loss: 1420m
The
last hike is a short one and will lead us to Mweka Gate. Your Africa natural
Tours team will proudly issue you with a Gold Summit Certificate and
celebrate. Our drivers will be in the nearby village to transport you to the
hotel for a hot shower, soft mattress and set of clean clothes.
Day 11: Moshi to Kilimanjaro Airport
Today
our driver will transfer you to the airport from where you will connect your
flight back home. If you’ve chosen to continue on a safari
– well, that’s a different adventure and we’ll take care of that for you!
For more information
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