9 Days Climbing Kilimanjaro Route via Northern Circuit
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9 Days Climbing Kilimanjaro Route via Northern Circuit Overview
The Northern Circuit is Kilimanjaro’s longest and most scenic route, offering excellent acclimatization and fewer crowds. This nine-day trek circles the mountain, passing through rainforest, moorland, alpine desert, and glaciers. With professional guides, comfortable camps, and steady pacing, climbers enjoy panoramic views and the highest summit success rates reaching Uhuru Peak (5,895m).
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Moshi
Arrive Kilimanjaro Airport, meet your guide, and transfer to Moshi hotel. Climb briefing, gear check, dinner, and overnight stay included. Prepare for adventure starting tomorrow morning.
Day 2: Lemosho Gate – Mti Mkubwa Camp
Drive to Lemosho Gate. Begin trek through lush rainforest with monkeys and birds. Picnic lunch during hike. Arrive at Mti Mkubwa Camp. Dinner and overnight.
Day 3: Mti Mkubwa – Shira Camp 1
Climb out of forest into moorland. Wide views of Shira Plateau. Picnic lunch on trail. Arrive Shira Camp 1. Dinner and overnight stay under mountain skies.
Day 4: Shira 1 – Shira 2 Camp
Easy hike across Shira Plateau. Stunning landscapes and acclimatization. Picnic lunch included. Arrive Shira 2 Camp. Dinner and overnight stay. Optional acclimatization hike for stronger adjustment.
Day 5: Shira 2 – Lava Tower – Moir Hut
Ascend to Lava Tower for acclimatization. Picnic lunch en route. Descend to remote Moir Hut. Dinner and overnight stay. Excellent location for peaceful mountain surroundings and rest.
Day 6: Moir Hut – Buffalo Camp
Climb steep ridge with beautiful panoramic views. Picnic lunch during trek. Continue across alpine terrain. Arrive Buffalo Camp. Dinner and overnight stay. Great day for acclimatization.
Day 7: Buffalo Camp – School Hut
Hike across alpine desert with spectacular views of Mawenzi Peak. Picnic lunch included. Arrive School Hut. Dinner and overnight. Rest early before tomorrow’s midnight summit attempt.
Day 8: Summit Uhuru Peak – Mweka Camp
Midnight summit push via Gilman’s Point to Uhuru Peak. Watch sunrise from Africa’s highest point. Descend to Barafu, continue to Mweka Camp. Dinner and overnight included.
Day 9: Mweka Camp – Mweka Gate – Departure
Final descent through rainforest to Mweka Gate. Collect summit certificates. Transfer to Moshi hotel. Dinner included. Evening transfer available to Kilimanjaro Airport for onward departure flight.
Price Includes
- Park and camping fees
- Accommodation (hotel in Moshi + mountain camps)
- Meals during trek
- Professional mountain guides and porters
- Drinking water
- Airport transfers
Price Excludes
- International flights
- Visa fees
- Travel insurance
- Tips for guides and porters
- Climbing gear rental
- Alcoholic drinks and personal expenses