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10-Day Climbing Mount Kilimanjaro via Northern Circuit

10-Day Climbing Mount Kilimanjaro via Northern Circuit

Offered by: USD Safaris & Tours
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🗺 Tanzania ⏱ 10 days 🚙 4x4 Pop-up Roof
Northern Circuit
Overview Day by Day Rates Inclusions Getting There Offered By
The Northern Circuit route is the newest route to climb Kilimanjaro. The route is unique as you hike via the quiet, you will see Mount Kilimanjaro from a whole new perspective. The hikes per day on the Northern Circuit route are relatively short. This gives your body enough time to recover. In addition, the Northern Circuit route is good for acclimatization, as it is a relatively long climb (in days). The entire ascent (including descent) via the Northern Circuit Route takes 8 days.

Route

Start Northern Circuit (Day 1)
Day 2 Lemosho Trailhead (2000 M) - Mti Mkubwa Camp (2800 M)
Day 3 Mti Mkubwa Camp (2800 M) - Shira 1 Camp (3500 M)
Day 4 Shira 1 Camp (3500 M) - Lava Tower camp (4550 M)
Day 5 Lava Tower (4550 M)- Buffalo Camp (4020 M)
Day 6 Buffalo/Pofu Camp(4020 M) - Third Cave Camp (3870 M)
Day 7 Third cave camp (3870 M) - School Hut (4750 M)
Day 8 School Huts (4750 M) - Uhuru Peak (5895 M) - Millenium Camp(3720 M)
Day 9 Millenium camp (3720 M) TO Mweka Gate (1830 M) - To the Hotel
Day 10 Moshi to kilimanjaro airport
End Northern Circuit

Tour Features

Day 1: Arrival to kilimanjaro airport Day 2: Lemosho Trailhead (2000 M) - Mti Mkubwa Camp (2800 M) Day 3: Mti Mkubwa Camp (2800 M) - Shira 1 Camp (3500 M) Day 4: Shira 1 Camp (3500 M) - Lava Tower camp (4550 M) Day 5: Lava Tower (4550 M)- Buffalo Camp (4020 M) Day 6: Buffalo/Pofu Camp(4020 M) - Third Cave Camp (3870 M) Day 7: Third cave camp (3870 M) - School Hut (4750 M) Day 8: School Huts (4750 M) - Uhuru Peak (5895 M) - Millenium Camp(3720 M) Day 9: Millenium camp (3720 M) TO Mweka Gate (1830 M) - To the Hotel Day 10: Moshi to kilimanjaro airport

Activities & Transportation

  • Route: Northern Circuit
  • Duration: 10 days
  • Getting around: 4x4 safari vehicle (pop-up roof)
  • Transfers: airport pick-up & drop-off can be included

Accommodation & Meals

Day
Accommodation
Meals
1
Park view inn Lodge View hotel
Bed and Breakfast
2
Budget camping On Mt Kilimanjaro
All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
3
Budget camping On Mt Kilimanjaro
All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
4
Budget camping On Mt Kilimanjaro
All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
5
Budget camping On Mt Kilimanjaro
All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
6
Budget camping On Mt Kilimanjaro
All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
7
Budget camping On Mt Kilimanjaro
All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
8
Budget camping On Mt Kilimanjaro
All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
9
Budget camping On Mt Kilimanjaro
All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
10
No accommodation (End of tour)
Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day by Day

Day 1 Arrival to kilimanjaro airport
⏱Morning 🏨Park view inn Lodge 🍽Bed and Breakfast
When you arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport our Usd safaris Tour guide will be there waiting for you. He will drop you off at your hotel, where you can relax from your flight. Preparation for your climb: You will meet your guide before the beginning of your climb. He will brief you and give you details, like what to wear, what to put in your backpack and other important tips to make the climb as comfortable as possible for you.
Day 2 Lemosho Trailhead (2000 M) - Mti Mkubwa Camp (2800 M)
⏱Morning 🏨Budget camping On Mt Kilimanjaro 🍽All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Today you will start the adventure from your hotel where your driver will pick you up and drive you to Londorossi Gate (on the west side). You will then go to Lemosho trailhead for lunch and begin the climb. This easy walk through a thick rainforest lasts from 3 to 4 hours and gives you a chance to spot varied animals including buffaloes and monkeys. After a narrow path and a few steep sections, you reach Big Tree camp where you spend the night.
Day 3 Mti Mkubwa Camp (2800 M) - Shira 1 Camp (3500 M)
⏱Morning 🏨Budget camping On Mt Kilimanjaro 🍽All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
On this second day you leave the forest to enter an environment of meadow heather and volcanic rock. You ascend and descend through the lush hills below the Shira Plateau, the third of Kilimanjaro’s volcanic peaks. Once you reach the edge of the plateau, this is the end of the long 5-6 hours hike and the trail becomes easier. You arrive at Shira Camp where you spend the night with an incredible view of the Kibo summit.
Day 4 Shira 1 Camp (3500 M) - Lava Tower camp (4550 M)
⏱Morning 🏨Budget camping On Mt Kilimanjaro 🍽All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Today, the hike will last 7-8 hours and will take you through heather to the alpine desert. You pass Shira Plateau which is one of the highest in the world to reach the lava tower with an optional visit of the Shira Cathedral on the way. From the lava tower, the path continues northwest towards Kibo, the highest peak of Kilimanjaro. You then follow a steep trail to Moir Hut Camp, a remote place with wonderful views over the Shira Plateau.
Day 5 Lava Tower (4550 M)- Buffalo Camp (4020 M)
⏱Morning 🏨Budget camping On Mt Kilimanjaro 🍽All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Today you continue the route on the Northern Circuit over a steep ridge along the main path. This 8–9-hour hike takes you through heathland and alpine desert to Buffalo camp. You have the opportunity of making a quick detour to Little Lent Hill in the morning.
Day 6 Buffalo/Pofu Camp(4020 M) - Third Cave Camp (3870 M)
⏱Morning 🏨Budget camping On Mt Kilimanjaro 🍽All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
On this day, you will go across varied landscapes: heathland, valleys, and alpine environments… the northern circuit route continues eastwards. It is not very frequented therefore you enjoy peaceful contemplation of the landscapes, wilderness and beautiful mountains. This will take you approximately 5 to 7 hours.
Day 7 Third cave camp (3870 M) - School Hut (4750 M)
⏱Morning 🏨Budget camping On Mt Kilimanjaro 🍽All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Today is a 4-5 hour climb to reach the “Saddle”, a beautiful lunar landscape between the Mawenzi and Kibo Peaks. From there, you continue to School Hut camp which you will reach in the early afternoon. You will then relax the rest of the day to prepare for the final ascent the next day.
Day 8 School Huts (4750 M) - Uhuru Peak (5895 M) - Millenium Camp(3720 M)
⏱Morning 🏨Budget camping On Mt Kilimanjaro 🍽All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Around midnight, you start the summit push in the cold. Be prepared for the steep path to Gilman’s Point, the rim of the main crater. You ascend for a few hours and take short breaks. At Gilman’s point, you will have the most beautiful sunrise over Mawenzi Peak and continue for 2-3 hours to Uhuru Peak. You celebrate your success on the summit with incredible views. You then descend to Millenium Camp via Kibo Huts, where you have dinner and spend your last night on the mountain.
Day 9 Millenium camp (3720 M) TO Mweka Gate (1830 M) - To the Hotel
⏱Morning 🏨Budget camping On Mt Kilimanjaro 🍽All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Today, you will appreciate the decrease in altitude. After breakfast, you walk to the exit of the national park. After the descent, the whole group gathers to congratulate each other. Your driver drives you back to the hotel and you will enjoy a shower, good dinner and well-deserved sleep.
Day 10 Moshi to kilimanjaro airport
⏱Morning 🏨No accommodation (End of tour) 🍽Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Finally, this is the end of your holiday and the time to go home has arrived. Enjoy your last hours in Tanzania before our driver comes to pick you up and takes you to Kilimanjaro International Airport for departure. Still longing for more? It's also possible to add a few days of safari or a beach holiday to your Kilimanjaro adventure!

Rates

From: $2,600 pp (USD)
Final quote depends on date, travelers and lodge level.

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Inclusions

Included
  • Porterage
  • Rescue fee
  • Park fees (For non-residents)
  • All activities (Unless labeled as optional)
  • All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)
  • Camping equipment
  • A professional driver/guide
  • All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)
  • All Taxes/VAT
  • pickup and drop off to Airport
  • Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
  • Drinking water (On all days)

Exclusions

Not included
  • Climbing gear
  • International flights (From/to home)
  • Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
  • Bath towels
  • Sleeping bag
  • Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
  • Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)

Note: Some items may vary depending on season and lodge level.

Getting There

Start: Northern Circuit

End: Northern Circuit

We can arrange airport pick-up and drop-off. Ask in your quote request.

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