10 Days Kilimanjaro Climbing via Northern Circuit Route

After a delicious breakfast at your lodge, the adventure begins. You'll be picked up and taken to the Londorossi Gate at an altitude of 2,250 meters. Complete the necessary registration, and then embark on your climb into the lush rainforest. This pristine natural environment will be your trail as you head to the Big Tree Camp at 2,780 meters. For the first two days, an armed ranger will accompany you due to the presence of wild game in the area. You'll spend the night in comfortable tents at the Big Tree Camp. Elevation: 7,800 ft to 9,500 ft Distance: 6 km Climb Time: 3-4 hours Habitat: Rainforest Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Accommodation: Mti Mkubwa Camp

Destination: Londorossi Gate To Lemosho Gate To Big Tree (Mti Mkubwa) Camp

Accommodation: Big Tree (Mti Mkubwa) Campsite

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Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Drinking water

After a delicious breakfast at your lodge, the adventure begins. You'll be picked up and taken to the Londorossi Gate at an altitude of 2,250 meters. Complete the necessary registration, and then embark on your climb into the lush rainforest. This pristine natural environment will be your trail as you head to the Big Tree Camp at 2,780 meters. For the first two days, an armed ranger will accompany you due to the presence of wild game in the area. You'll spend the night in comfortable tents at the Big Tree Camp. Elevation: 7,800 ft to 9,500 ft Distance: 6 km Climb Time: 3-4 hours Habitat: Rainforest Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Accommodation: Mti Mkubwa Camp

Destination: Londorossi Gate To Lemosho Gate To Big Tree (Mti Mkubwa) Camp

Accommodation: Big Tree (Mti Mkubwa) Campsite

  public camp site

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Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Drinking water

Today, your journey takes you out of the rainforest and into a savannah characterized by tall grasses, heather, and volcanic rock covered in lichen. Traverse the lush rolling hills, crossing streams along the way until you reach the Shira Ridge. Enjoy the first view of the majestic Kibo across the plateau before descending gently to Shira 1 Camp. Elevation: 9,498 ft to 11,500 ft Distance: 8 km / 5 miles Climb Time: 5-6 hours Habitat: Heath Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Accommodation: Shira 1 Camp

Destination: Big Tree (Mti Mkubwa) Camp To Shira 1 Camp

Accommodation: Shira 1 Campsite

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Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Drinking water

Today, your journey takes you out of the rainforest and into a savannah characterized by tall grasses, heather, and volcanic rock covered in lichen. Traverse the lush rolling hills, crossing streams along the way until you reach the Shira Ridge. Enjoy the first view of the majestic Kibo across the plateau before descending gently to Shira 1 Camp. Elevation: 9,498 ft to 11,500 ft Distance: 8 km / 5 miles Climb Time: 5-6 hours Habitat: Heath Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Accommodation: Shira 1 Camp

Destination: Big Tree (Mti Mkubwa) Camp To Shira 1 Camp

Accommodation: Shira 1 Campsite

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Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Drinking water

With today's climb, you'll gain an elevation of 240 meters and reach an altitude of 3,850 meters. The distance covered will be about 7 km, and the climb will take around 3.5 to 4 hours. Enjoy breakfast at a civilized hour and start your journey towards Shira 2 Camp, also known as Shira Huts. The landscapes transition to a moor and heathland environment, where you may spot buffalo, dik-dik, and klipspringer. Arrive at Shira 2 Camp for a hot lunch and dinner later in the evening. Elevation: 11,500 ft to 12,500 ft Distance: 7 km / 4 miles Climb Time: 3-4 hours Habitat: Heath Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Accommodation: Shira 2 Camp

Destination: Shira 1 Camp To Shira 2 Camp

Accommodation: Shira 2 Campsite

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Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Drinking water

With today's climb, you'll gain an elevation of 240 meters and reach an altitude of 3,850 meters. The distance covered will be about 7 km, and the climb will take around 3.5 to 4 hours. Enjoy breakfast at a civilized hour and start your journey towards Shira 2 Camp, also known as Shira Huts. The landscapes transition to a moor and heathland environment, where you may spot buffalo, dik-dik, and klipspringer. Arrive at Shira 2 Camp for a hot lunch and dinner later in the evening. Elevation: 11,500 ft to 12,500 ft Distance: 7 km / 4 miles Climb Time: 3-4 hours Habitat: Heath Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Accommodation: Shira 2 Camp

Destination: Shira 1 Camp To Shira 2 Camp

Accommodation: Shira 2 Campsite

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Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Drinking water

Today's climb begins after an early breakfast. The route takes you through ups and downs, covering a distance of 14 km and climbing to the base of the renowned Lava Tower at 4,600 meters. Spend some time here to acclimatize, and then continue your journey to Moir Hut Camp. Depending on the group's acclimatization, your guide may choose an alternative route to bypass Lava Tower. Elevation: 12,500 ft to 15,190 ft to 13,580 ft Distance: 14 km / 8 miles Climb Time: 6-8 hours Habitat: Alpine Desert Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Accommodation: Moir Hut Camp

Destination: Shira 1 Camp To Moir Hut Camp

Accommodation: Moir Hut Campsite

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Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Drinking water

Today's climb begins after an early breakfast. The route takes you through ups and downs, covering a distance of 14 km and climbing to the base of the renowned Lava Tower at 4,600 meters. Spend some time here to acclimatize, and then continue your journey to Moir Hut Camp. Depending on the group's acclimatization, your guide may choose an alternative route to bypass Lava Tower. Elevation: 12,500 ft to 15,190 ft to 13,580 ft Distance: 14 km / 8 miles Climb Time: 6-8 hours Habitat: Alpine Desert Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Accommodation: Moir Hut Camp

Destination: Shira 1 Camp To Moir Hut Camp

Accommodation: Moir Hut Campsite

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Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Drinking water

Leaving Moir Hut, you'll climb to the top of "Buffalo Ridge" and then traverse various ridges and gullies. The trail leads eastwards through sparse vegetation, and you'll eventually reach Buffalo Camp at 4,020 meters. The vast expanse of the Kenyan plains will be visible to the north, offering breathtaking views. Elevation: 13,580 ft to 13,200 ft Distance: 12 km / 7 miles Climb Time: 5-7 hours Habitat: Alpine Desert Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Accommodation: Buffalo Camp

Destination: Moir Hut Camp To Buffalo Camp

Accommodation: Buffalo Campsite

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Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Drinking water

Leaving Moir Hut, you'll climb to the top of "Buffalo Ridge" and then traverse various ridges and gullies. The trail leads eastwards through sparse vegetation, and you'll eventually reach Buffalo Camp at 4,020 meters. The vast expanse of the Kenyan plains will be visible to the north, offering breathtaking views. Elevation: 13,580 ft to 13,200 ft Distance: 12 km / 7 miles Climb Time: 5-7 hours Habitat: Alpine Desert Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Accommodation: Buffalo Camp

Destination: Moir Hut Camp To Buffalo Camp

Accommodation: Buffalo Campsite

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Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Drinking water

Today's journey takes you to Third Cave Camp at an altitude of 3,800 meters. You'll climb to the top of Buffalo Ridge and continue through a landscape with sparse vegetation. The terrain becomes more rugged as you progress, and the day's climb covers around 8 km, taking approximately 5 to 7 hours. Elevation: 13,200 ft to 12,700 ft Distance: 8 km / 5 miles Climb Time: 5-7 hours Habitat: Heath Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Accommodation: Third Cave Camp

Destination: Buffalo Camp To Pofu Camp

Accommodation: Third Cave Campsite

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Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Drinking water

Today's journey takes you to Third Cave Camp at an altitude of 3,800 meters. You'll climb to the top of Buffalo Ridge and continue through a landscape with sparse vegetation. The terrain becomes more rugged as you progress, and the day's climb covers around 8 km, taking approximately 5 to 7 hours. Elevation: 13,200 ft to 12,700 ft Distance: 8 km / 5 miles Climb Time: 5-7 hours Habitat: Heath Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Accommodation: Third Cave Camp

Destination: Buffalo Camp To Pofu Camp

Accommodation: Third Cave Campsite

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Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Drinking water

On this leg of the journey, you'll traverse the so-called "saddle," a lava-flow connecting Mount Kilimanjaro's peaks Mawenzi and Kibo. The trail is relatively easy as you ascend to School Hut at 15,600 ft. Prepare for an early bedtime, as the next day's summit attempt requires an early start around 11 p.m. Elevation: 12,700 ft to 15,600 ft Distance: 5 km / 3 miles Climb Time: 4-5 hours Habitat: Alpine Desert Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Accommodation: School Hut

Destination: Third Cave Camp To School Hut Camp

Accommodation: School Hut Campsite

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Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Drinking water

On this leg of the journey, you'll traverse the so-called "saddle," a lava-flow connecting Mount Kilimanjaro's peaks Mawenzi and Kibo. The trail is relatively easy as you ascend to School Hut at 15,600 ft. Prepare for an early bedtime, as the next day's summit attempt requires an early start around 11 p.m. Elevation: 12,700 ft to 15,600 ft Distance: 5 km / 3 miles Climb Time: 4-5 hours Habitat: Alpine Desert Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Accommodation: School Hut

Destination: Third Cave Camp To School Hut Camp

Accommodation: School Hut Campsite

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Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Drinking water

Today, you face the most mentally and physically challenging part of the journey - the push to the summit. Beginning around midnight, you'll make your way to Gilman's Point at 18,600 ft. The effort will be rewarded with a breathtaking sunrise over Mawenzi Peak. From there, head to Uhuru Peak, the highest point on Mount Kilimanjaro and the entire African continent. Afterward, descend to Crater Camp, offering stunning views of the surrounding glaciers. Elevation: 15,600 ft to 18,865 ft Distance: 2.8 km Climb Time: 1-2 hours Habitat: Alpine Desert Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Accommodation: Crater Camp

Destination: Mawenzi Turn Camp To School Hut Camp

Accommodation: Millenium Campsite

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Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Drinking water

Today, you face the most mentally and physically challenging part of the journey - the push to the summit. Beginning around midnight, you'll make your way to Gilman's Point at 18,600 ft. The effort will be rewarded with a breathtaking sunrise over Mawenzi Peak. From there, head to Uhuru Peak, the highest point on Mount Kilimanjaro and the entire African continent. Afterward, descend to Crater Camp, offering stunning views of the surrounding glaciers. Elevation: 15,600 ft to 18,865 ft Distance: 2.8 km Climb Time: 1-2 hours Habitat: Alpine Desert Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Accommodation: Crater Camp

Destination: Mawenzi Turn Camp To School Hut Camp

Accommodation: Millenium Campsite

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Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Drinking water

In the early morning, around midnight, begin the final ascent to Uhuru Peak. The climb will be challenging, both mentally and physically, but the spectacular sunrise over Mawenzi Peak will make it all worthwhile. After reaching the summit, start the descent, passing through Barafu for lunch. Continue to Mweka Camp, situated in the upper forest, where mist and rain can be expected in the late afternoon. Celebrate your achievement with a well-earned dinner. Elevation: 15,331 ft to 19,341 ft to 10,065 ft Distance: 6 km / 4 miles Distance: 12 km / 7 miles Climb Time: 6-8 hours Climb Time: 4-6 hours Habitat: Arctic Habitat: Rain Forest Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Accommodation: Mweka Camp

Destination: School Hut Camp To Uhuru peak To Millenium (High) camp

Accommodation: Mweka Campsite

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Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Drinking water

In the early morning, around midnight, begin the final ascent to Uhuru Peak. The climb will be challenging, both mentally and physically, but the spectacular sunrise over Mawenzi Peak will make it all worthwhile. After reaching the summit, start the descent, passing through Barafu for lunch. Continue to Mweka Camp, situated in the upper forest, where mist and rain can be expected in the late afternoon. Celebrate your achievement with a well-earned dinner. Elevation: 15,331 ft to 19,341 ft to 10,065 ft Distance: 6 km / 4 miles Distance: 12 km / 7 miles Climb Time: 6-8 hours Climb Time: 4-6 hours Habitat: Arctic Habitat: Rain Forest Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Accommodation: Mweka Camp

Destination: School Hut Camp To Uhuru peak To Millenium (High) camp

Accommodation: Mweka Campsite

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Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Drinking water

After a delightful breakfast and a traditional farewell ceremony from the mountain crew, begin the descent through the rainforest, lasting 2 to 3 hours, until you reach Mweka Gate. A driver will be waiting to transfer you back to Moshi. After a refreshing shower, the rest of the day is yours to relax by the pool or celebrate your incredible achievement. Remember to tip your guides and porters for their exceptional support throughout the journey

After a delightful breakfast and a traditional farewell ceremony from the mountain crew, begin the descent through the rainforest, lasting 2 to 3 hours, until you reach Mweka Gate. A driver will be waiting to transfer you back to Moshi. After a refreshing shower, the rest of the day is yours to relax by the pool or celebrate your incredible achievement. Remember to tip your guides and porters for their exceptional support throughout the journey