Day 1: Trekking from Londorossi Gate to Mti Mkubwa Camp.
Your adventure begins at Londorossi Gate (2,100 meters) in the West, where you'll register with the Kilimanjaro National Park authorities before proceeding to the trailhead. After a short drive, the trek starts, taking you through a mesmerizing rainforest zone. Keep your eyes peeled as you might be fortunate enough to spot some large wildlife like elephants and buffaloes along the way. Your destination for the day is Mti Mkubwa Camp (2,820 meters), where dinner will be served upon arrival. Meals for today include breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Destination: Londorossi Gate To Lemosho Gate To Big Tree (Mti Mkubwa) Camp
Accommodation: Big Tree (Mti Mkubwa) Campsite
public camp site
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Drinking water
Day 2: Trekking from Mti Mkubwa Camp to Shira 1 Camp.
Leaving Mti Mkubwa Camp behind, you will spend the first hour trekking through the last section of the rainforest before entering the low alpine moorland zone, leading up to the Shira Plateau. The day's trek is relatively short and gradual, and you will arrive at Shira 1 Camp (3,610 meters) for a well-deserved rest. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are included.
Destination: Big Tree (Mti Mkubwa) Camp To Shira 1 Camp
Accommodation: Shira 1 Campsite
public camp site
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Drinking water
Day 3: Trekking from Shira 1 Camp to Moir Hut Camp.
Today's journey takes you across the Shira Plateau from Shira 1 Camp to Shira 2 Camp, where you'll join trekkers from the Machame Route. However, as part of the Northern Circuit Route, you'll continue east through the 'Garden of the Senecios' and then enter the high alpine desert zone, finally arriving at Moir Hut Camp (4,200 meters). Breakfast and lunch will be served.
Destination: Shira 1 Camp To Moir Hut Camp
Accommodation: Moir Hut Campsite
public camp site
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Drinking water
Day 4: Trekking from Moir Hut Camp to Buffalo Camp.
Prepare for a moderately steep trek out of Moir Valley, with an option to detour and trek the summit of Little Lent Hill at 4,375 meters for some breathtaking views. Continuing on the Northern Circuit, the route offers a mix of inclines and declines, revealing stunning vistas of the plains north of Kilimanjaro. You'll reach Buffalo Camp (4,020 meters) in the afternoon, where you'll have lunch and rest after a challenging day. Breakfast and lunch will be provided.
Destination: Moir Hut Camp To Buffalo Camp
Accommodation: Buffalo Campsite
public camp site
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Drinking water
Day 5: Trekking from Buffalo Camp to Third Cave Camp.
Today begins with a trek up the Buffalo ridge and down into Pofu Camp for lunch. The trek then leads east around the northern slopes, finally arriving at Third Cave Camp (3,800 meters). By this point, you should be well acclimatized to the altitude. Breakfast and lunch are included.
Destination: Pofu Camp To Third Cave Camp
Accommodation: Third Cave Campsite
public camp site
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Drinking water
Day 6: Trekking from Third Cave Camp to School Hut Camp.
You'll start with a steady incline up and over the Saddle, nestled between the peaks of Kibo and Mawenzi. After reaching School Hut Camp (4,800 meters), you'll have an early dinner and get some rest before the midnight summit attempt. Prepare your gear and get ready for the summit trek. Breakfast and lunch are provided.
Destination: Third Cave Camp To School Hut Camp
Accommodation: School Hut Campsite
public camp site
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Drinking water
Day 7: Summit Day: School Hut Camp to Uhuru Peak and then to Millenium Camp.
The most challenging and rewarding day awaits as you wake up around 11:30 pm to begin the steep ascent up the slopes of Kibo in darkness. Passing through Hans Meyer Cave and Gilman's Point (5,681 meters), you'll continue towards Uhuru Peak. Witness the breathtaking sunrise from the summit before retracing your steps to Stella Point (5,739 meters). Descend down the slopes of Kibo to Barafu Camp (4,680 meters) and further to Millenium Camp (3,950 meters) for your final night on the mountain. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are included.
Destination: School Hut Camp To Uhuru peak To Millenium (High) camp
Accommodation: Millenium Campsite
public camp site
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Drinking water
Day 8: Trekking from Millenium Camp to Mweka Gate.
On the final day of your trek, you'll trek through the dense montane rainforest from Millennium Camp (3,950 meters) to Mweka Gate (1,640 meters). After signing out with the authorities and receiving your official certificate, you'll have the opportunity to tip your guide and porter before being driven back to your hotel in Moshi. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are provided.
Destination: Mweka Camp To Mweka Gate
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Drinking water
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