8 Days Kilimanjaro Trekking Northern Circuit Route Tour

Package Overview

This route is also known as the Northern Circuit or Alternative Lemosho Route. This route starts on the western side of the mountain then winds around the north side before ascending up to Uhuru Peak from the east. Climbers have a great chance to experience lots of things. The descent is down the Mweka Route.It can be done from 8+ days but best done in 8 or 9 days. This route gets increasingly popular because of the good acclimatization and it is quite scenic. Right now this route is not crowded at all.

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Day wise Itinerary

• Day 1 : Londorossi Gate to Mti Mkubwa

  Pre-trek Briefing
  we will pick you up from Kilimanjaro Airport or Arusha airport and transfer you to your hotel in Moshi. Pre-trek briefing at your Moshi hotel. You should be planning to arrive atleast one day before the start of the trek. Today we will spend in having a pre-trek briefing. We will also review your equipment and rent any equipment which is needed.
  
  Londorossi Gate to Mti Mkubwa
  Elevation: 2,100m to 2650m
  Distance: 11 km
  Hiking Time: 3 hours
  Habitat: Rain Forest
  Drive from Moshi or Arusha to Londorossi Gate, where we will complete entry formalities. From here a forest track requiring one hour drive to Lemosho Glades. After lunch, we will walk along forest trails to Mti Mkubwa (big tree) campsite,

  • Themes : Trekking

• Day 2 : Mti Mkubwa to Shira Camp 1

  Elevation: 2650m to 3610m
  Distance: 8km
  Hiking Time: 7 hours
  Habitat: Moorland
  We will follow a trail that leads out of the forest and into a savannah giant heather moorland zone. Our ascend through scenic rolling hills, we will cross several streams to reach the Shira Ridge before descending to Shira 1 camp. The view of Kibo from the plateau is spectacular.

  • Themes : Trekking

• Day 3 : Shira Camp 1 to Moir Hut

  Elevation: 3610m to 5895m- 4,114m
  Distance: 11km
  Hiking Time: 6-8 hours
  Habitat: Moorland / Alpine Desert
  Today we follow an easy path to the summit of Shira Cathedral before reaching Moir hut in the alpine zone. For extra acclimatization one can take walk around for the higher lands around the camp; views are superb. Lunch will be served at Fisher camp. The afternoon will be the acclimatization walk up onto the Lent Hills, with the summit at 4700m.

  • Themes : Trekking

• Day 4 : Moir Hut to Buffalo Camp

  Elevation: 4,114m to 3995m
  Distance: 12km
  Hiking Time: 5-7 hours
  Habitat: Alpine Desert
  Today we take moderately steep climb out of Moir Valley. You will have opportunity for small detour to climb the summit of Little Lent Hill at 4375m before returning to the Northern Circuit path. From here the route follows a series of inclines and declines, skirting around the northern slopes of Kibo to Buffalo Camp (4,020 meters).The trek gives great vistas out across the plains that lie north of Kilimanjaro and stretch out to the Kenyan / Tanzanian border. You will arrive at Buffalo Camp just after midday, where you will have lunch and have time to rest after a long day hiking.

  • Themes : Trekking

• Day 5 : Buffalo Camp to Third Cave

  Elevation: 3995m to 3930m
  Distance: 8km
  Hiking Time: 5-7 hours
  Habitat: High Alpine zone
  As we head up Buffalo Ridge, and down to Porfu Camp where the lunch will be served. This route is rarely travelled and we will enjoy its mountain wilderness feel. We trek through remote valleys on to the northern slopes of Kilimanjaro until we arrive at Third Cave in the afternoon.

  • Themes : Trekking

• Day 6 : Third Cave to School Hut

  Elevation: 3930m to 5895m- 4710m
  Distance: 15km
  Hiking Time: 4-5 hours
  Habitat: High Alpine zone
  Today we take steady ascend over the Saddle, nested between the peaks of Kibo and Mawenzi. The path leads further south-west toward School Hut, where you will be served with early dinner, after which you should get some sleep, because you will be awoken before midnight to start your summit attempt. Remember to prepare all your gear, including warm clothes, insulated water bottles, snacks, headlamp and camera before going to bed.

  • Themes : Trekking

• Day 7 : School Hut to Uhuru Peak to Millennium Camp

  Elevation: 4710m to 5895m
  Distance: 6km (Descend distance 11km)
  Hiking Time: 6-8 hours ascent and 4-6 hour descent
  Habitat: Glacial zone and all preceding zones
  You will be awoken around midnight and served with hot tea and biscuits, after the refreshment will begin the steep incline up the slopes of Kibo, under the cover of the night. The first check-point is Hans Meyer Cave where you will take a short break, and then climb steep to the Gilman’s Point (5681m. Take a moment to enjoy incredible view of Mawenzi Peak, before we start final 2 hours trekking to Uhuru Peak. The slope flattens as we head west around the crater rim and should arrive at the summit at dawn. We will stay briefly at the top for you to get as many photos as you can of the incredible views and surrounding glaciers. We will then retrace our steps back around the crater rim to Stella Point, where we turn south and head down the heavily screed slopes of Kibo to Barafu Camp. After a short break here we continue down to Millennium Camp for your final night on the mountain. In total you will be trekking for 14-16 hours on day eight so it is important to pace yourself, remain hydrated and keep your blood sugar levels up.

  • Themes : Trekking

• Day 8 : Millennium Camp to Mweka Gate

  Elevation: 3810m to 1640m
  Distance: 6km (Descend distance 11km)
  Hiking Time: 6-8 hours ascent and 4-6 hour descent
  Habitat: Rainforest zone
  Today the path descends steeply through the lush Mweka Rain Forest. The route follows the crest of a broad ridge separating two river valleys until it meets with a road that leads us for the last 40 mins to the Mweka Park gates where we stop for a well deserved picnic lunch where successful hikers will receive their summit certificates (gold for Uhuru Peak, green for Stella Point) from the Kilimanjaro National Park Authority. A vehicle will meet you at gate to drive you back to hotel in Moshi or Arusha.

  • Themes : Trekking

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Inclusions

• Hotel
• 2 night’s accommodation in Moshi or Arusha is included
• Private transport to & from Kilimanjaro International Airport to your Accommodations in Moshi.
• Park entry fees
• Hut fees
• Transportation to & from the Kilimanjaro gate
• Team Kilimanjaro Rescue fees
• 18% VAT on tour fees & services
• Friendly and professional mountain guides, cook and porters
• 3 hot meals daily while on the mountain
• Enough treated & filtered drinking water throughout the trek
• Hot water for washing
• Fair wages for the mountain crew as approved by the Kilimanjaro National Park Authority (KINAPA), Kilimanjaro Association of Tour Operators (KIATO)
• Government taxes
• Ox meter
• Emergency first-aid kit

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Exclusions

• Airfare Tips for porters, Guide, Cook and Assistant Guide
• Flights
• Visas
• Tips to the mountain staff
• Meals other than breakfast while in Arusha or Moshi
• Additional nights beyond the two standard hotel nights included
• Hotel upgrade costs if you decide to request an alternative hotel to the standard
• Items considered to be non-essential, such as alcohol, beverages, cigarettes, snacks, etc

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Package Start From

• Moshi, Tanzania, Africa

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Terms & Conditions

Payment Terms & Methods :
* 20% Advance Percentage of total booking amount

Cancellation & Refund Policy :
* Upon cancellation, refund will be made after deducting the Retention Amount.

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