Join a 10-day Northern Circuit Kilimanjaro Full Moon trek with expert guides, quiet trails, strong acclimatization, scenic camps, and a magical moonlit summit climb.
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This 10 Days Northern Circuit Route Kilimanjaro Full Moon climbing and trekking package is designed for trekkers who want to experience Mount Kilimanjaro under the magical light of the full moon. The Northern Circuit is one of the most scenic and peaceful routes on Kilimanjaro, offering quiet trails, excellent acclimatization, wide landscapes, and a gradual approach to Uhuru Peak. During a full moon climb, the summit night becomes even more special because the moonlight can brighten the trail, reveal the mountain’s dramatic slopes, and create a powerful atmosphere as you climb toward the highest point in Africa. Starting from Londorossi Gate, you will trek through rainforest, Shira Plateau, Lava Tower, Moir Hut, Buffalo Camp, Third Cave, School Hut Base Camp, and finally to Uhuru Peak. Our experienced guides will support your safety, pace, acclimatization, and summit preparation while helping you enjoy one of the most memorable Kilimanjaro trekking experiences.
Distance: About 6 km
Altitude: 2,100m to 2,820m
Time: 3–4 hours
Vegetation & Features: Montane rainforest, tall trees, fresh air, birds, possible colobus monkeys
Your Kilimanjaro Full Moon climbing adventure begins with a transfer from Moshi to Londorossi Gate for registration, permits, and a detailed briefing with our mountain team. After meeting our guide, cook, and porters, you will begin trekking through the beautiful rainforest toward Mti Mkubwa Camp, also known as Big Tree Camp. This first day is gentle and peaceful, allowing your body to start adjusting to the mountain environment. Our guide will lead at a comfortable pace and introduce you to the “pole pole” walking style, which is important for acclimatization. The rainforest offers a calm beginning before the route opens into the higher landscapes of Kilimanjaro.
Distance: About 8 km
Altitude: 2,820m to 3,610m
Time: 5–6 hours
Vegetation & Features: Rainforest changing to heath and moorland, open ridges, Shira Plateau views
After breakfast, you will continue from Mti Mkubwa Camp toward Shira 1 Camp. The trail gradually leaves the rainforest and climbs into the heath and moorland zone, where the views become wider and the mountain begins to feel more open. This day is important because you gain altitude steadily, so our guide will manage the pace carefully and encourage regular hydration. As you approach Shira 1 Camp, you will start enjoying the beauty of the Shira Plateau, one of Kilimanjaro’s most impressive high-altitude landscapes. In the evening, the mountain atmosphere becomes peaceful, giving you the first sense of the special Full Moon trekking experience ahead.
Distance: About 7 km
Altitude: 3,610m to 3,850m
Time: 3–4 hours
Vegetation & Features: Moorland, volcanic plateau, open scenery, views of Kibo Peak and Mount Meru
Today’s hike is shorter and more relaxed as you cross the wide Shira Plateau toward Shira 2 Camp. This day gives your body more time to adapt to altitude while allowing you to enjoy open views, volcanic terrain, and fresh mountain air. Our guide will continue to support a steady walking rhythm and explain the importance of saving energy for the higher days. The Shira Plateau is a beautiful place for photography, especially when the sky is clear and Kibo Peak appears ahead. You will arrive at Shira 2 Camp early enough to rest, hydrate, and prepare for the next day’s acclimatization hike toward Lava Tower.
Distance: About 10–12 km
Altitude: 3,850m to around 4,630m, then back to 3,850m
Time: 5–7 hours
Vegetation & Features: Alpine desert, rocky lava formations, open high-altitude terrain
This is a key acclimatization day on your Northern Circuit Full Moon Kilimanjaro trek. You will hike toward Lava Tower, reaching a higher altitude during the day before returning to Shira 2 Camp to sleep. This “climb high, sleep low” approach helps your body adjust better before moving higher on the mountain. The landscape changes into alpine desert, with rocky paths, volcanic formations, and dramatic views of Kilimanjaro’s upper slopes. Our guide will control the pace carefully, allow rest breaks, and check how you are feeling throughout the hike. After returning to camp, you will rest and enjoy the peaceful evening atmosphere as the mountain journey becomes more serious.
Distance: About 10 km
Altitude: 3,850m to 4,200m
Time: 5–7 hours
Vegetation & Features: High moorland, alpine desert, rocky ridges, quiet trails near Lent Hills
After breakfast, you will leave Shira 2 Camp and trek toward Moir Hut, one of the quieter camps on the Northern Circuit Route. This section gives you a true feeling of wilderness as the trail moves away from the busier Kilimanjaro paths. The terrain becomes drier and more rugged, with open views, rocky ridges, and a peaceful mountain atmosphere. Our guide will help you maintain a steady pace and conserve energy as you continue acclimatizing. Moir Hut is a special place to rest because it sits in a quiet area near the Lent Hills, making it ideal for trekkers who want a calm and scenic Kilimanjaro Full Moon adventure.
Distance: About 12 km
Altitude: 4,200m to 4,020m
Time: 4–6 hours
Vegetation & Features: Alpine desert, Lent Hills, remote northern slopes, panoramic wilderness views
Today you will trek across the remote northern slopes of Kilimanjaro, passing near the Lent Hills before reaching Buffalo Camp. This is one of the most peaceful sections of the Northern Circuit Route, with wide views and fewer trekkers compared to other Kilimanjaro trails. The route includes gentle climbs, open ridges, and gradual descents, helping your body continue adapting to altitude. Our guide will support your pace, hydration, and comfort while sharing useful information about the landscape and summit preparation. In the evening at Buffalo Camp, you can enjoy the quiet northern wilderness and the beautiful mountain atmosphere that makes a Full Moon Kilimanjaro trek so memorable.
Distance: About 8–10 km
Altitude: 4,020m to 3,870m
Time: 5–7 hours
Vegetation & Features: Dry alpine desert, remote valleys, northern wilderness, wide mountain views
After breakfast, you will continue along the northern side of Kilimanjaro toward Third Cave Camp. The trail crosses dry alpine desert terrain with open views and a calm wilderness feeling. This day is useful because the gradual descent helps the body recover slightly while still keeping you at a helpful acclimatization altitude. Our guide will remind you to walk slowly, drink enough water, and save energy for the final approach to base camp. Third Cave Camp provides a quiet overnight stop before the higher summit zone. As your Full Moon summit night gets closer, our guide will continue preparing you mentally and physically for the challenge ahead.
Distance: About 5 km
Altitude: 3,870m to 4,800m
Time: 4–5 hours
Vegetation & Features: Alpine desert, rocky summit approach, open slopes, views of Kibo Peak
Today you will ascend from Third Cave Camp to School Hut Base Camp, the final camp before the summit attempt. Although the distance is short, the altitude gain is significant, so our guide will lead slowly and carefully. The landscape becomes rocky, dry, and dramatic as you approach the upper slopes of Kilimanjaro. On arrival at School Hut, you will rest, eat early, and prepare for the midnight climb. Our guide will give a detailed summit briefing and check your warm clothing, headlamp, gloves, water, snacks, and walking plan. This preparation is very important because the Full Moon summit night will be the highlight of your Kilimanjaro climbing adventure.
Distance: About 15–18 km total
Altitude: 4,800m to 5,895m, then down to around 3,950m at Millennium Camp or 3,100m at Mweka Camp
Time: 11–14 hours total
Vegetation & Features: Arctic summit zone, scree slopes, crater rim, glaciers, moonlit trail, alpine descent
This is the most challenging and unforgettable day of your 10 Days Northern Circuit Kilimanjaro Full Moon trekking package. Around midnight, you will begin the summit push from School Hut toward the crater rim and continue to Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa. During a Full Moon climb, the moonlight can make the summit trail feel magical, creating a powerful atmosphere as you move slowly through the cold night. Our guide will lead step by step, monitor your condition, encourage you, and keep the pace safe and steady. As sunrise approaches near the summit, you will experience one of Kilimanjaro’s most beautiful moments. After reaching Uhuru Peak and taking photos, you will descend carefully to Millennium or Mweka Camp depending on your condition and the guide’s safety decision.
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Distance: About 10 km
Altitude: 3,100m to 1,640m
Time: About 3 hours
Vegetation & Features: Montane rainforest, green forest trail, birds, fresh air, final Kilimanjaro descent
After breakfast, you will complete the final descent through the rainforest toward Mweka Gate. The trail is easier than summit day, but it can still be muddy or slippery, so our guide will help you walk carefully. This final day gives you time to reflect on the full journey, from Londorossi Gate and Shira Plateau to the remote Northern Circuit and the magical Full Moon summit night on Uhuru Peak. At Mweka Gate, you will sign out and receive your summit certificate. Our team will congratulate you before transferring you back to your Moshi hotel for a well-deserved rest. This marks the end of your unforgettable Kilimanjaro Full Moon climbing and trekking adventure.
We offer two pricing options:
The cost is shared within your private group. More people means a lower price per person.
Join others on a fixed-date tour at a set per-person rate—ideal for solo travelers or small groups.
| No of pax | Adult Price | Child Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1 pax | From $2,420 pp | From $1,815 pp |
| 2–4 pax | From $2,420 pp | From $1,815 pp |
| 5–9 pax | From $2,420 pp | From $1,815 pp |
| 10–15 pax | From $2,420 pp | From $1,815 pp |
| 16+ pax | From $2,420 pp | From $1,815 pp |
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View packageA Kilimanjaro Full Moon trek is a climbing experience planned around the full moon period, especially for summit night. The bright moonlight can make the trail more visible, create a beautiful mountain atmosphere, and make the final climb to Uhuru Peak feel more magical and memorable.
Yes, the 10 Days Northern Circuit Route is excellent for a Full Moon Kilimanjaro climb because it offers strong acclimatization, quiet trails, and a gradual approach to the summit. The longer itinerary helps trekkers reach School Hut better prepared before the moonlit summit attempt.
You should choose a Full Moon Kilimanjaro trek if you want a more special summit night experience. The moonlight can brighten the upper slopes, reduce the feeling of complete darkness, and create unforgettable views as you climb toward the crater rim and Uhuru Peak.
Summit night is still physically challenging because of altitude, cold temperatures, and long hiking hours. However, the full moon can make the night feel more inspiring and visually clearer. Our guide will still lead slowly, monitor your condition, and prioritize safety throughout the climb.
Yes, you still need a headlamp even during a Full Moon Kilimanjaro climb. Weather can change, clouds may cover the moon, and some sections of the trail may still be dark. A reliable headlamp is essential for safety during summit night.
The 10-day itinerary gives your body more time to adjust gradually to altitude. Important acclimatization points such as Shira Plateau, Lava Tower, Moir Hut, Buffalo Camp, Third Cave, and School Hut help prepare you better before attempting Uhuru Peak.
Full Moon dates can attract more climbers on Kilimanjaro, but the Northern Circuit is still one of the quieter routes compared to busier routes like Machame or Marangu. Its remote northern side gives trekkers a more peaceful Full Moon climbing experience.
You should expect a cold, long, and challenging climb starting around midnight from School Hut Base Camp. Under the full moon, the trail may appear brighter and more dramatic. Our guide will lead you slowly toward the crater rim and then to Uhuru Peak for sunrise and summit photos.You should expect a cold, long, and challenging climb starting around midnight from School Hut Base Camp. Under the full moon, the trail may appear brighter and more dramatic. Our guide will lead you slowly toward the crater rim and then to Uhuru Peak for sunrise and summit photos.
This package is best for adventure travelers, photographers, couples, private trekkers, groups, and anyone who wants a unique Kilimanjaro summit experience. It is ideal for climbers who want strong acclimatization, scenic trails, quiet camps, and a magical moonlit summit climb.
It is better to book early because Full Moon Kilimanjaro dates are popular. Early booking helps secure guides, mountain crew, park arrangements, accommodation, and the best possible itinerary timing so that your summit night aligns closely with the full moon.
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