10 Days Kilimanjaro Trekking via Northern Circuit Route

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10 Days Kilimanjaro Trekking via northern circuit route

Start on the 10-day Northern Circuit route for Kilimanjaro trekking promises a mesmerizing and less-frequented expedition that introduces you to the magnificent diversity of landscapes found on Africa's tallest peak. This unforgettable journey takes you through lush rainforests, alpine deserts, and awe-inspiring glaciers, providing a unique and immersive experience amidst nature's grandeur.

Tour highlights

  • Arrival Day:Arrival Kilimanjaro Airport (JRO) – Moshi
  • Arrival Day:Arrival Kilimanjaro Airport (JRO) – Moshi
  • Day 1:Trekking from Moshi – Londorossi Gate - Mti Mkubwa Camp
  • Day 2:Trekking to Mti Mkubwa Camp - Shira 1 Camp
  • Day 3:Shira 1 Camp trek - Shira 2 Camp
  • Day 4:Shira 2 Camp - Lava Tower - Moir Hut
  • Day 5:Moir Hut - Buffalo Camp
  • Day 6:Buffalo Camp – Third Cave Camp
  • Day 7:Third Cave Camp – School Hut
  • Day 8:School Hut – Crater Camp
  • Day 9:School Hut Camp – Uhuru Peak – Mweka Camp
  • Day 10:Mweka Camp - Mweka Gate - Back to Moshi
  • Day 1:Trekking from Moshi – Londorossi Gate - Mti Mkubwa Camp
  • Day 2:Trekking to Mti Mkubwa Camp - Shira 1 Camp
  • Day 3:Shira 1 Camp trek - Shira 2 Camp
  • Day 4:Shira 2 Camp - Lava Tower - Moir Hut
  • Day 5:Moir Hut - Buffalo Camp
  • Day 6:Buffalo Camp – Third Cave Camp
  • Day 7:Third Cave Camp – School Hut
  • Day 8:School Hut – Crater Camp
  • Day 9:School Hut Camp – Uhuru Peak – Mweka Camp
  • Day 10:Mweka Camp - Mweka Gate - Back to Moshi
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Arrival Day  :  Arrival Kilimanjaro Airport (JRO) – Moshi


Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro Airport, you be warmly welcomed by your Africa rise safaris guide who will escort you to your hotel in Moshi, Tanzania. Settle into your accommodation and soak in the African atmosphere, getting ready to commence your 10-day Kilimanjaro expedition the next day.

Accommodation
Included meals and drinks
  • > Drinking water

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    Arrival Day  :  Arrival Kilimanjaro Airport (JRO) – Moshi


    Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro Airport, you be warmly welcomed by your Africa rise safaris guide who will escort you to your hotel in Moshi, Tanzania. Settle into your accommodation and soak in the African atmosphere, getting ready to commence your 10-day Kilimanjaro expedition the next day.

    Accommodation
    Included meals and drinks
  • > Drinking water

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    Day 1  :  Trekking from Moshi – Londorossi Gate - Mti Mkubwa Camp


    After a hearty breakfast, your journey begins with a transfer to the Londorossi Gate at 2,250 meters above sea level. After completing the necessary registration, your adventure sets off into the dense rainforest. Accompanied by an armed ranger for safety, you'll trek through the unspoiled natural forest to reach the Big Tree Camp at 2,780 meters. Spend the night in tents at Big Tree Camp.
    Accommodation for day1
    • Big Tree (Mti Mkubwa) Campsite
    Included meals and drinks
  • Breakfast
  • Dinner
  • Drinking water
  • Lunch
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    Day 1  :  Trekking from Moshi – Londorossi Gate - Mti Mkubwa Camp


    After a hearty breakfast, your journey begins with a transfer to the Londorossi Gate at 2,250 meters above sea level. After completing the necessary registration, your adventure sets off into the dense rainforest. Accompanied by an armed ranger for safety, you'll trek through the unspoiled natural forest to reach the Big Tree Camp at 2,780 meters. Spend the night in tents at Big Tree Camp.
    Accommodation for day2
    • Big Tree (Mti Mkubwa) Campsite
    Included meals and drinks
  • Breakfast
  • Dinner
  • Drinking water
  • Lunch
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    Day 2  :  Trekking to Mti Mkubwa Camp - Shira 1 Camp


    Leaving the rainforest behind, you'll venture into a savannah of tall grasses, heather, and volcanic rock adorned with lichen beards. Ascend through lush rolling hills and cross streams to reach Shira 1 Camp, offering you the first glimpse of Kibo across the plateau.
    Accommodation for day3
    • Shira 1 Campsite
    Included meals and drinks
  • Breakfast
  • Dinner
  • Drinking water
  • Lunch
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    Day 2  :  Trekking to Mti Mkubwa Camp - Shira 1 Camp


    Leaving the rainforest behind, you'll venture into a savannah of tall grasses, heather, and volcanic rock adorned with lichen beards. Ascend through lush rolling hills and cross streams to reach Shira 1 Camp, offering you the first glimpse of Kibo across the plateau.
    Accommodation for day4
    • Shira 1 Campsite
    Included meals and drinks
  • Breakfast
  • Dinner
  • Drinking water
  • Lunch
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    Day 3  :  Shira 1 Camp trek - Shira 2 Camp


    Today's trek is relatively easier than the previous day, ascending 240 meters to an altitude of 3,850 meters. The route covers around 7 km and takes approximately 3.5 to 4 hours. You'll cross the Shira Plateau, known for its wildlife sightings, and reach Shira 2 Camp (Shira Huts) in time for a hot lunch and dinner later in the evening.
    Accommodation for day5
    • Shira 2 Campsite
    Included meals and drinks
  • Breakfast
  • Dinner
  • Drinking water
  • Lunch
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    Day 3  :  Shira 1 Camp trek - Shira 2 Camp


    Today's trek is relatively easier than the previous day, ascending 240 meters to an altitude of 3,850 meters. The route covers around 7 km and takes approximately 3.5 to 4 hours. You'll cross the Shira Plateau, known for its wildlife sightings, and reach Shira 2 Camp (Shira Huts) in time for a hot lunch and dinner later in the evening.
    Accommodation for day6
    • Shira 2 Campsite
    Included meals and drinks
  • Breakfast
  • Dinner
  • Drinking water
  • Lunch
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    Day 4  :  Shira 2 Camp - Lava Tower - Moir Hut


    Today's trek will be a challenging one, covering 14 km and taking about 6.5 to 7 hours. You'll trek to the base of the famous Lava Tower at 4,600 meters, where you'll acclimatize for one to two hours before descending to Moir Hut Camp. Your experienced guide may decide to take an alternate route depending on the group's acclimatization.
    Accommodation for day7
    • Moir Hut Campsite
    Included meals and drinks
  • Breakfast
  • Dinner
  • Drinking water
  • Lunch
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    Day 4  :  Shira 2 Camp - Lava Tower - Moir Hut


    Today's trek will be a challenging one, covering 14 km and taking about 6.5 to 7 hours. You'll trek to the base of the famous Lava Tower at 4,600 meters, where you'll acclimatize for one to two hours before descending to Moir Hut Camp. Your experienced guide may decide to take an alternate route depending on the group's acclimatization.
    Accommodation for day8
    • Moir Hut Campsite
    Included meals and drinks
  • Breakfast
  • Dinner
  • Drinking water
  • Lunch
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    Day 5  :  Moir Hut - Buffalo Camp


    Leaving Moir Valley behind, you'll detour to the summit of Lent Hills (4,375 m) for stunning views. Afterward, the trail leads eastwards, passing through a field of rock slabs. You'll eventually reach Buffalo Camp (4,020 m) with vast vistas of the Kenyan plains to the north.
    Accommodation for day9
    • Buffalo Campsite
    Included meals and drinks
  • Breakfast
  • Dinner
  • Drinking water
  • Lunch
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    Day 5  :  Moir Hut - Buffalo Camp


    Leaving Moir Valley behind, you'll detour to the summit of Lent Hills (4,375 m) for stunning views. Afterward, the trail leads eastwards, passing through a field of rock slabs. You'll eventually reach Buffalo Camp (4,020 m) with vast vistas of the Kenyan plains to the north.
    Accommodation for day10
    • Buffalo Campsite
    Included meals and drinks
  • Breakfast
  • Dinner
  • Drinking water
  • Lunch
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    Day 6  :  Buffalo Camp – Third Cave Camp


    From Buffalo Camp, the trail leads you to the top of "Buffalo Ridge," crossing ridges and gullies. The landscape becomes increasingly sparse as you reach Third Cave Camp (3,800 m).
    Accommodation for day11
    • Third Cave Campsite
    Included meals and drinks
  • Breakfast
  • Dinner
  • Drinking water
  • Lunch
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    Day 6  :  Buffalo Camp – Third Cave Camp


    From Buffalo Camp, the trail leads you to the top of "Buffalo Ridge," crossing ridges and gullies. The landscape becomes increasingly sparse as you reach Third Cave Camp (3,800 m).
    Accommodation for day12
    • Third Cave Campsite
    Included meals and drinks
  • Breakfast
  • Dinner
  • Drinking water
  • Lunch
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    Day 7  :  Third Cave Camp – School Hut


    Today's leg takes you over the "saddle," a lava-flow connecting Mount Kilimanjaro's Mawenzi and Kibo peaks. You'll arrive at School Hut after approximately 4.5 to 5 hours, preparing for an early start towards the summit the next day.
    Accommodation for day13
    • School Hut Campsite
    Included meals and drinks
  • Breakfast
  • Dinner
  • Drinking water
  • Lunch
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    Day 7  :  Third Cave Camp – School Hut


    Today's leg takes you over the "saddle," a lava-flow connecting Mount Kilimanjaro's Mawenzi and Kibo peaks. You'll arrive at School Hut after approximately 4.5 to 5 hours, preparing for an early start towards the summit the next day.
    Accommodation for day14
    • School Hut Campsite
    Included meals and drinks
  • Breakfast
  • Dinner
  • Drinking water
  • Lunch
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    Day 8  :  School Hut – Crater Camp


    Today involves a long and steep ascent with switchbacks up to Gillman's Point. From there, you'll traverse the crater rim before descending slightly into the crater itself. Crater Camp offers magnificent views of the surrounding glaciers
    Accommodation for day15
    • School Hut Campsite
    Included meals and drinks
  • Breakfast
  • Dinner
  • Drinking water
  • Lunch
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    Day 8  :  School Hut – Crater Camp


    Today involves a long and steep ascent with switchbacks up to Gillman's Point. From there, you'll traverse the crater rim before descending slightly into the crater itself. Crater Camp offers magnificent views of the surrounding glaciers
    Accommodation for day16
    • School Hut Campsite
    Included meals and drinks
  • Breakfast
  • Dinner
  • Drinking water
  • Lunch
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    Day 9  :  School Hut Camp – Uhuru Peak – Mweka Camp


    The most challenging part of your trek begins with a midnight push to the summit. Ascend in darkness, reaching Gilman's Point at 18,600 ft, where you'll witness a breathtaking sunrise over Mawenzi Peak. Finally, you'll conquer Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa. Descend to Mweka Camp for a well-deserved rest.
    Accommodation for day17
    • Mweka Campsite
    Included meals and drinks
  • Breakfast
  • Dinner
  • Drinking water
  • Lunch
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    Day 9  :  School Hut Camp – Uhuru Peak – Mweka Camp


    The most challenging part of your trek begins with a midnight push to the summit. Ascend in darkness, reaching Gilman's Point at 18,600 ft, where you'll witness a breathtaking sunrise over Mawenzi Peak. Finally, you'll conquer Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa. Descend to Mweka Camp for a well-deserved rest.
    Accommodation for day18
    • Mweka Campsite
    Included meals and drinks
  • Breakfast
  • Dinner
  • Drinking water
  • Lunch
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    Day 10  :  Mweka Camp - Mweka Gate - Back to Moshi


    The final leg of your incredible journey involves a 2 to 3 hours' descent through the rainforest to Mweka Gate. Your driver will be waiting to transfer you back to Moshi, where you can relax, take a warm shower, and celebrate your accomplishment. Don't forget to tip your guides and porters as you revel in the joy of a successful Kilimanjaro expedition.
    Accommodation for day19
    Included meals and drinks
  • Breakfast
  • Drinking water

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    Day 10  :  Mweka Camp - Mweka Gate - Back to Moshi


    The final leg of your incredible journey involves a 2 to 3 hours' descent through the rainforest to Mweka Gate. Your driver will be waiting to transfer you back to Moshi, where you can relax, take a warm shower, and celebrate your accomplishment. Don't forget to tip your guides and porters as you revel in the joy of a successful Kilimanjaro expedition.
    Accommodation for day20
    Included meals and drinks
  • Breakfast
  • Drinking water

  • Costs for10 Days Kilimanjaro Trekking via Northern Circuit Route

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