Overview
Northern Circuit Route offers the 360-degree incredible surroundings with northern slopes. As the daunting trail of the majestic Kilimanjaro, climbers stop their excursion in the middle of a jaunt. As a reputed travel organizer, we provide support and guidance during your climb. So you’ll craft your path easily. The newest northern circuit route is the longest route &, provides an amazing view over the lowlands below. The challenging trail will get you immense pleasure and you can extract the experience out of thrill. If you have both enough time and cost then this will be your one of the most awaited path to discover. The recent route encompasses the beauty of various vegetation & some endangered wild species.
Northern Circuit Route Geology - Climbers dawn their journey with a comfortable drive from Moshi to the Londorossi Gate. And it begins in the west along the Lemosho Route. From the east, this trail approaches the summit. If you don’t want to miss out on the wilderness, then pack your bag for a notable journey on Kilimanjaro.
Northern Circuit Route Climate – In the simplest way Northern Circuit Route provides the mildest weather similar to others. But Mount Kilimanjaro encompasses almost all the ecological zones. So, most probably you will experience the rainforest, heath, moorland, alpine desert, and arctic during your expedition. There is no particular season for the trek, pick out according to your requirement.
Northern Circuit Route History – Northern Circuit Route can be considered as the most successful trail between the seven. But as you know this is a newly appreciated route, so it doesn’t have any ancient history. Most of the travelers take the risk to the summit and dawn their journey from the northern circuit.
Why choose Northern Circuit Route – As you know the Northern Circuit route is known as the latest & longest trail to reach your destination – Kilimanjaro. Trekkers who love to accept challenges easily overcome with its daunting path. And the prime reason for appreciation is the charming view of the mountain and its appealing vegetation.
As a reputed travel organizer, we offer you some of the most affordable packages of 8 days & 10 days Northern Circuit Route.
Arrive In Tanzania
You will be picked up at the Kilimanjaro International Airport and transferred to Parkview In hotel/Kilimanjaro wonders Hotel or any booked in Moshi town, you will meet your guide who will brief you on your upcoming trek and do an equipment check to make sure you have all the necessary mountain gear. Gear which is missing can be rented on this day. Overnight at your arranged Hotel.
Hotel is Bed & Breakfast basis.Itinerary
Arrive in Tanzania
You will be picked up at the Kilimanjaro International Airport and transferred to your arranged hotel in Moshi town, you will meet your guide who will brief you on your upcoming trek and do an equipment check to make sure you have all the necessary mountain gear. Gear which is missing can be rented on this day.
Hotel: Bed & Breakfast
Day 1. Londorossi Gate (2,100 meters) – start point 2,360 meters to Mti Mkubwa Camp (2,820 meters)
The Northern Circuit Route begins at Londorossi Gate (2,100 meters) in the West, the same start point as the Lemosho Route. The drive to Londorossi Gate takes approximately two hours from Moshi and considerably longer from Arusha. Registration with the Kilimanjaro National Park authorities occurs at the gate and then you will be driven further up the mountain to the trailhead starting point. Most tour operators serve lunch here before the short first day trek to MtiMkubwa Camp (2,820 meters) begins. You may get lucky and spot large wildlife like elephant and buffalo that sometimes emerge from the rainforest onto the path as you trek towards your first camp. Dinner will be served when you reach MtiMkubwa Camp. .
Distance covered: 5.5km / 3mi
Approx. time taken: 3 hour - 4 hours
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included
Day 2. Mti Mkubwa Camp (2,820 meters) to Shira Camp 1 (3,610 meters)
On day two you will spend the first hour trekking through the last section of rainforest path before entering the low alpine moorland zone which follows up onto the Shira Plateau. The trek is relatively short and gradual, ending at Shira Camp 1 (3,610 meters).
Distance covered: 8km / 5mi
Approx. time taken: 5 hours - 6 hours
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included
Day 3. Shira Camp 1 (3,610 meters) to Shira Camp 2 (3,850 meters)
On day three the trek crosses the Shira Plateau from Shira Camp 1 to Shira Camp 2. Nine day trekkers usually spend the night at Shira Camp 2 where they will join trekkers from the Machame Route. At Shira Camp 2 it is worth trekking a little higher up the plateau to enjoy the stunning view across the valley below and Western Breach of Kilimanjaro above. The plateau is exposed so be prepared for a cold night with temperatures getting below zero. Note: Trekkers on an eight day hike will continue east up the Shira Plateau ridge and on to Lava Tower (4,600 meters) and then back down via the Northern Circuit to Moir Camp (4,200 meters).
Distance covered: 7km / 4mi
Approx. time taken: 3 hours - 4 hours
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included
Day 4. Shira Camp 2 (3,850 meters) to Moir Camp (4,200 meters)
Day four is a long trek heading east which passes through the ‘Garden of the Senecios’ and then enters the high alpine desert zone. The morning is spent trekking up to Lava Tower and the iconic Shark’s Tooth rock formation at 4,600 meters, where you will have lunch. After lunch you will join the northern circuit heading down to Moir Camp at 4,200 meters (see map above). This is an important day in your trek as you will get to experience high altitude and then sleep low, which is good for the acclimatisation process.
Distance covered: 14km / 8mi
Approx. time taken: 5 hours - 7 hours
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included
Day 5. Moir Camp (4,200 meters) to Buffalo Camp (4,020 meters)
Day four involves a moderately steep climb out of Moir Valley. Trekkers can take a small detour here to climb the summit of Little Lent Hill at 4,375 meters before returning to the Northern Circuit trail. 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.
Distance covered: 12km / 7mi
Approx. time taken: 5 hours - 7 hours
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included
Day 6. Buffalo Camp (4,020 meters) to Rongai Third Cave (3,800 meters)
Day five starts with a climb up the Buffalo ridge and down into Porfu Camp where lunch is usually served. The route then continues east around the northern slopes to the Rongai Third Cave at 3,800 meters. The trek is shorter than the day before and by now you should be feeling well acclimatised to the altitude. You will arrive at the Third Cave just around mid-afternoon.
Distance covered: 8km / 5mi
Approx. time taken: 5 hours - 7 hours
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included
Day 7. 3rd Cave (3,800 meters) to School Hut (4,800 meters)
Day six involves a steady incline up and over the Saddle which sits between the peaks of Kibo and Mawenzi Peak. Trekkers then continue walking south-west up to School Hut (4,800 meters). After arriving at School Hut you will be served an early dinner and then you should get some shut-eye as 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.
Distance covered: 9.1km / 7.5mi
Approx. time taken: 4 hours - 5 hours
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch Included
Day 8. School Hut (4,800 meters) to UHURU PEAK (5895m) to Crater Camp (5,790m)
Wake before dawn to start your summit approach. You'll reach Uhuru Peak in the early afternoon, when few groups are around. A short descent brings you to Crater Camp, set in soft sands near the famed Furtwangler Glacier. Crater camp is not a route in it's own right but a challenging extension which in principle can be added to any route. It involves sleeping overnight in the bowl of the crater. An amazing experience enjoyed by only a few of the most adventurous climbers.
Distance covered: 6km / 3.5mi
Approx. time taken: 6-8 hours
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch Included
Day 9. Crater Camp (5,790m) to Millennium Camp (3790m)
In the morning after early breakfast, we begin our descent by returning to Stella Point and then descending on scree slope passing Barafu camp for a short break before heading down to Millennium Camp for a long well-earned rest.
Distance covered: 6km / 3.5mi
Approx. time taken: 6 hours – 8 hours
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included
Day 10. Millennium Camp (3790m) to Mweka Gate (1630m)
Wake before dawn to start your summit approach. You'll reach Uhuru Peak in the early afternoon, when few groups are around. A short descent brings you to Crater Camp, set in soft sands near the famed Furtwangler Glacier. Crater camp is not a route in it's own right but a challenging extension which in principle can be added to any route. It involves sleeping overnight in the bowl of the crater. An amazing experience enjoyed by only a few of the most adventurous climbers.
Distance covered: 12.1km / 7.5miles
Approx. time taken: 6 hours
Hotel: Breakfast & Lunch Included
Depart Tanzania
The day is left free to wind down after the trek before your flight home. Depending on flight times you could go and explore Moshi town and grab some souvenirs before heading to the airport.
Include
- Private pick up and drop off at Kilimanjaro international airport.
- Pre & Post Trek accommodation at weruweru river lodge, Parkview Inn or Kilimanjaro wonders Hotel
- Park fees, camping fees & rescue fees
- 18% VAT on tour fees & services
- 4 Season big sleeping mountain tents
- Double layered Sleeping Mats
- Transportation to & from the mountain gate
- Professional mountain guides, cooks and porters
- 3 meals daily while on the mountain
- Filtered water throughout the trek
- Fair wages for the mountain crew as approved by the Kilimanjaro National Park Authority (KINAPA), Kilimanjaro Association of Tour Operators (KIATO)
- Portable toilets and toilets tents.
- Hot Water For Wash
Exclude
- Flights
- Items of a personal nature
- Laundry Services
- Tips to mountain crew
Tip on Mountain Kilimanjaro is recommended for group sharing as following:
- Guide $15 – $20/guide/day
- Cook $10 – $15/day
- Porters $8 – $10/porter/day.
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