The Northern Circuit Route is the newest and longest route on Kilimanjaro, taking 9 days to complete. It is considered to be the most scenic and least crowded route, with stunning views of the mountain and surrounding landscape. Experienced trekkers may opt for the more difficult 9 days ascent along the Northern Circuit. After reaching the summit, you will descend by the Mweka trail, rather than retracing your steps along the ascent route. The trail then joins the Rongai and Marangu routes in the east for the final summit ascent via Gilman’s Point.
Arrive in Tanzania: You will be picked up from the airport and transferred to your hotel in Moshi or Arusha, where you will have a pre-climb briefing with your guide and have a chance to rest before the climb.
After a 2-hour drive from Moshi / Arusha, you will arrive at Londorossi Gate, where you will complete registration and meet your guides and porters. From here, you will start your hike through the lush rainforest to Mti Mkubwa Camp.
Today's hike takes you through the heather and moorland zone, with stunning views of the Shira Plateau. You will camp at Shira Camp 1, which offers incredible views of the mountain .
Today's hike takes you to Shira Camp 2, where you will have the option to hike up to Lava Tower (4,640m) for acclimatization purposes before descending back down to Shira Camp 2.
Today's hike takes you through the alpine desert zone, with stunning views of the Western Breach and the glaciers on the northern slopes of the mountain. You will camp at Moir Hut, which is located in a beautiful valley.
Today's hike takes you through the Lent Hills and over the Buffalo Ridge to Pofu Camp, which is located in a remote and beautiful part of the mountain.
Today's hike takes you through the saddle, with stunning views of both the northern and southern sides of the mountain. You will camp at Third Cave Camp, which is located on the eastern side of the mountain.
Today's hike takes you up to School Hut, which is the starting point for the summit climb. You will rest and prepare for the summit climb tomorrow.
Today is the summit day, and you will start your climb to the top of Africa at around midnight. You will reach the summit at sunrise and then descend back down to Mweka Camp, where you will spend the night.
Today's hike takes you through the lush rainforest to Mweka Gate, where you will receive your summit certificates and say goodbye to your guides and porters. You will then be transferred back to hotel.
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Know MoreThe best time to climb Kilimanjaro, the highest mountain in Africa, is during the dry seasons,
Climbing Kilimanjaro can be an exciting and rewarding experience, but it also comes with risks, including altitude sickness.
Climbing Kilimanjaro is a physically demanding activity, requiring a lot of energy and endurance.