Day 1: Moshi - Londorossi Gate - Mti Mkubwa Camp
Your expedition starts with a bumpy drive to Londorossi Gate, situated at an elevation of 2,250 meters. After necessary registration, you'll enter the dense rainforest, where your climb commences. Accompanied by an armed ranger for the first two days due to wildlife, you'll climb through the unspoiled natural forest to reach Big Tree Camp (2,780 meters), where you'll spend the night in tents.
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: Continue Mti Mkubwa Camp - Shira 1 Camp
Leaving the rainforest behind, you'll venture into a savannah of tall grasses and volcanic rock adorned with lichen beards. As you ascend through lush rolling hills, Kibo, one of Kilimanjaro's peaks, will come into view. Your destination for the day is Shira 1 Camp (altitude: 3,500 meters), where you'll be treated to captivating vistas.
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: Climbing Shira 1 Camp - Shira 2 Camp
Today's ascent is gentler, taking you to an altitude of 3,850 meters, covering approximately 7 km. The route leads across the moor and heathland of the Shira Plateau, where you might spot buffalo, dik-dik, and klipspringer. Shira 2 Camp, also known as Shira Huts, awaits you with a hot lunch and an opportunity to rest and acclimatize.
Destination: Shira 1 Camp To Shira 2 Camp
Accommodation: Shira 2 Campsite
public camp site
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Drinking water
Day 4: Shira 2 Camp - Lava Tower - Moir Hut Camp
Prepare for a challenging day as you ascend to the base of the renowned Lava Tower at 4,600 meters, which aids in acclimatization. Afterward, the trail descends to Moir Hut Camp (altitude: 4,200 meters). Your guide might opt for a bypass if necessary to ensure the group's proper acclimatization.
Destination: Shira 1 Camp To Moir Hut Camp
Accommodation: Moir Hut Campsite
public camp site
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Drinking water
Day 5: Leaving Moir Hut Camp - Buffalo Camp
Today's climb takes you out of the Moir Valley, offering stunning views from Lent Hills' summit (4,375 meters). The trail then winds around the northern circuit trail, leading you to Buffalo Camp (altitude: 4,020 meters), where the vast Kenyan plains stretch below.
Destination: Moir Hut Camp To Buffalo Camp
Accommodation: Moir Hut Campsite
public camp site
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Drinking water
Day 6: Climbing Buffalo Camp - Third Cave Camp
Climb to the top of "Buffalo Ridge" and traverse numerous ridges and gullies. The path takes you to Third Cave Camp (altitude: 3,800 meters) through a landscape with sparse vegetation.
Destination: Pofu Camp To Third Cave Camp
Accommodation: Third Cave Campsite
public camp site
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Drinking water
Day 7: Third Cave Camp - School Hut Camp
Early in the morning start climbing from Third cave Camp and across the lava-flow saddle connecting Mawenzi and Kibo peaks. Arrive at School Hut (altitude: 4,700 meters) and rest early to prepare for the summit ascent, which begins around 11 p.m.
Destination: Third Cave Camp To School Hut Camp
Accommodation: School Hut Campsite
public camp site
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Drinking water
Day 8: School Hut Camp - Uhuru Peak - Mweka Camp
Begin the steep ascent with numerous switchbacks to Gillman's Point (5,681 meters) and traverse the crater rim to reach Crater Camp (altitude: 5,750 meters), offering breathtaking views of surrounding glaciers. Start the final push to the summit around midnight, reaching Uhuru Peak (5,895 meters) at sunrise. Descend to Mweka Camp (altitude: 3,100 meters) for a well-deserved rest.
Destination: School Hut Camp To Uhuru peak To Mweka camp
Accommodation: Mweka Campsite
public camp site
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Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Drinking water
Day 9: Mweka Camp - Mweka Gate - Moshi
After a farewell ceremony with the mountain crew, descend through the rainforest to Mweka Gate (1,630 meters). Your driver will be waiting to take you back to Moshi, where you can celebrate this incredible achievement.
Destination: Mweka Camp To Mweka Gate
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Drinking water
TOUR PRICE/COST
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.
Private (Shared) Price
| No of pax | Adult | Child |
|---|---|---|
| 1 pax | $2,184 pp | $1,638 pp |
| 2–4 pax | $2,159 pp | $1,619 pp |
| 5–9 pax | $2,134 pp | $1,601 pp |
| 10–15 pax | $2,109 pp | $1,582 pp |
Group joining price
| Adult | Child |
|---|---|
| $2,159 pp | $1,619 pp |
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9 Days Climbing Kilimanjaro Northern Circuit Route
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