9 Days Northern Circuit Route Kilimanjaro Trekking Adventure

Experience the ultimate adventure on Kilimanjaro Northern Circuit in just 9 days Unforgettable landscapes and challenges await

9 Days Northern Circuit Route Kilimanjaro Trekking Adventure package

The Kilimanjaro Northern Circuit route is one of the best routes on Kilimanjaro, offering nearly 360 degrees of beautiful scenery including the quiet, rarely visited northern slopes. As the longest route on Kilimanjaro, the Northern Circuit also has the most acclimatization time and the highest summit success rate. Thus, the Northern Circuit route is highly recommended. The route approaches Mount Kilimanjaro from the west.

Tour Highlights:

  • Day 1 : Arrival in Moshi Tanzania
  • Day 2 : Trek- Londorossi Gate to Mti Mkubwa Camp (Elevation: 2,100M - 2,820M)
  • Day 3 : Trek- Mti Mkubwa Camp to Shira Camp 1 (Elevation: 2,820M - 3,610M)
  • Day 4 : Trek- Shira Camp 1 to Shira Camp 2 (Elevation: 3,610M - 3,850M)
  • Day 5 : Trek- Shira Camp 2 to Moir Camp (Elevation: 3,850M - 4,200M)
  • Day 6 : Trek- Moir Camp to Buffalo Camp (Elevation: 4,200M - 4,020M)
  • Day 7 : Trek- Buffalo Camp to Rongai Third Cave (Elevation: 4,020M - 3,800M)
  • Day 8 : Trek- School Hut to Uhuru Peak to Mweka Camp (Elevation: 4,800M - 5,895M – 3,950M)
  • Day 9 : Trek- Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate (Elevation: 3,950M - 1,640M)
  • Day 1: Arrival in Moshi Tanzania

    Arrival in Moshi Tanzania

    Upon your arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport our guide will be waiting to greet you. We will transfer you to your hotel accommodation for your first night. Once you are settled in your hotel, you will receive a briefing on our tour. You can now relax at your hotel. Your trek to the roof of Africa starts tomorrow as always, if you need anything or would like to head out into town, your guide will be there to assist you.

    Destination: Kilimanjaro Airport

    Accommodation: Kilimanjaro White House Hotel

      budget 2 star lodge

    Kilimanjaro White House Hotel - Kilimanjaro pre and Post Climb Accommodation
    Kilimanjaro White House Hotel - Kilimanjaro pre and Post Climb Accommodation
    Kilimanjaro White House Hotel - Kilimanjaro pre and Post Climb Accommodation
    Kilimanjaro White House Hotel - Kilimanjaro pre and Post Climb Accommodation
    Kilimanjaro White House Hotel - Kilimanjaro pre and Post Climb Accommodation
    Kilimanjaro White House Hotel - Kilimanjaro pre and Post Climb Accommodation
    Kilimanjaro White House Hotel - Kilimanjaro pre and Post Climb Accommodation
    Kilimanjaro White House Hotel - Kilimanjaro pre and Post Climb Accommodation
    Kilimanjaro White House Hotel - Kilimanjaro pre and Post Climb Accommodation
    Kilimanjaro White House Hotel - Kilimanjaro pre and Post Climb Accommodation

    Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Drinking water

    Day 2: Trek- Londorossi Gate to Mti Mkubwa Camp (Elevation: 2,100M - 2,820M)

    Trek- Londorossi Gate to Mti Mkubwa Camp (Elevation: 2,100M - 2,820M)

    The first day of your trek begins at Londorossi Gate, where you'll register with the Kilimanjaro National Park authorities. After a two-hour drive from Moshi, you'll reach the gate and then proceed to the trailhead. As you trek towards Mti Mkubwa Camp, keep an eye out for wildlife, such as elephants and buffalos, which occasionally emerge from the rainforest onto the path.

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

    Accommodation: Big Tree (Mti Mkubwa) Campsite

      public camp site

    Mti Mkubwa (Big Tree) Campsite
    Mti Mkubwa (Big Tree) Campsite
    Mti Mkubwa (Big Tree) Campsite
    Mti Mkubwa (Big Tree) Campsite
    Big Tree (Mti Mkibwa) Campsite Kilimanjaro
    Big Tree (Mti Mkibwa) Campsite Kilimanjaro
    Big Tree (Mti Mkibwa) Campsite Kilimanjaro
    Big Tree (Mti Mkibwa) Campsite Kilimanjaro
    Big Tree (Mti Mkibwa) Campsite Kilimanjaro
    Big Tree (Mti Mkibwa) Campsite Kilimanjaro

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

    Day 3: Trek- Mti Mkubwa Camp to Shira Camp 1 (Elevation: 2,820M - 3,610M)

    Trek- Mti Mkubwa Camp to Shira Camp 1 (Elevation: 2,820M - 3,610M)

    You'll start your journey through the rainforest, transitioning into the low alpine moorland zone as you ascend onto the Shira Plateau. The day's trek is relatively short and gradual, culminating at Shira Camp 1.

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

    Accommodation: Shira 1 Campsite

      public camp site

    Shira 1 Campsite Kilimanjaro
    Shira 1 Campsite Kilimanjaro
    Shira 1 Campsite Kilimanjaro
    Shira 1 Campsite Kilimanjaro
    Shira 1 Campsite
    Shira 1 Campsite
    Shira 1 Campsite
    Shira 1 Campsite
    Shira 1 Campsite

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

    Day 4: Trek- Shira Camp 1 to Shira Camp 2 (Elevation: 3,610M - 3,850M)

    Trek- Shira Camp 1 to Shira Camp 2 (Elevation: 3,610M - 3,850M)

    Today, you'll cross the Shira Plateau from Shira Camp 1 to Shira Camp 2. Don't miss the opportunity to venture a little higher up the plateau for breathtaking views across the valley below and the Western Breach of Kilimanjaro above.

    Destination: Shira 1 Camp To Shira 2 Camp

    Accommodation: Shira 2 Campsite

      public camp site

    Shira 2 Campsite Kilimanjaro
    Shira 2 Campsite Kilimanjaro
    Shira 2 Campsite Kilimanjaro
    Shira 2 Campsite Kilimanjaro
    Shira 2 Campsite Kilimanjaro
    Shira 2 Campsite Kilimanjaro
    Shira 2 Campsite Kilimanjaro
    Shira 2 Campsite Kilimanjaro
    Shira 2 Campsite Kilimanjaro
    Shira 2 Campsite Kilimanjaro

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

    Day 5: Trek- Shira Camp 2 to Moir Camp (Elevation: 3,850M - 4,200M)

    Trek- Shira Camp 2 to Moir Camp (Elevation: 3,850M - 4,200M)

    On this long trek, you'll pass through the 'Garden of the Senecios' and enter the high alpine desert zone. After reaching Lava Tower and the iconic Shark's Tooth rock formation, you'll descend to Moir Camp. Experiencing high altitude and then sleeping at a lower level aids in acclimatization.

    Destination: Shira 1 Camp To Moir Hut Camp

    Accommodation: Moir Hut Campsite

      public camp site

    Moir Hut Campsite
    Moir Hut Campsite
    Moir Hut Campsite
    Moir Hut Campsite
    Moir Hut Campsite
    Moir Hut Campsite
    Moir Hut Campsite
    Moir Hut Campsite
    Moir Hut Campsite
    Moir Hut Campsite

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

    Day 6: Trek- Moir Camp to Buffalo Camp (Elevation: 4,200M - 4,020M)

    Trek- Moir Camp to Buffalo Camp (Elevation: 4,200M - 4,020M)

    Day five involves a moderately steep trek out of Moir Valley, with an option to summit Little Lent Hill. The route skirts around the northern slopes of Kibo, offering picturesque vistas of the plains north of Kilimanjaro. You'll arrive at Buffalo Camp and have lunch, followed by some well-deserved rest.

    Destination: Moir Hut Camp To Buffalo Camp

    Accommodation: Buffalo Campsite

      public camp site

    Bufallo Campsite
    Bufallo Campsite
    Bufallo Campsite
    Bufallo Campsite

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

    Day 7: Trek- Buffalo Camp to Rongai Third Cave (Elevation: 4,020M - 3,800M)

    Trek- Buffalo Camp to Rongai Third Cave (Elevation: 4,020M - 3,800M)

    You'll trek up the Buffalo ridge and head to Porfu Camp for lunch. The trek continues around the northern slopes to Rongai Third Cave at 3,800 meters. By this point, you should be feeling acclimatized to the altitude.

    Destination: Pofu Camp To Third Cave Camp

    Accommodation: Third Cave Campsite

      public camp site

    Third Cave Campsite
    Third Cave Campsite
    Third Cave Campsite
    Third Cave Campsite
    Third Cave Campsite
    Third Cave Campsite
    Third Cave Campsite
    Third Cave Campsite
    Third Cave Campsite
    Third Cave Campsite

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

    Day 8: Trek- School Hut to Uhuru Peak to Mweka Camp (Elevation: 4,800M - 5,895M – 3,950M)

    Trek- School Hut to Uhuru Peak to Mweka Camp (Elevation: 4,800M - 5,895M – 3,950M)

    The most challenging day awaits as you begin the steep incline up the slopes of Kibo in darkness. After a demanding ascent, you'll reach Gilman's Point and then traverse along the crater rim to Uhuru Peak, the highest point of Mount Kilimanjaro. You'll then descend to Mweka Camp.

    Destination: School Hut Camp To Uhuru peak To Mweka camp

    Accommodation: Mweka Campsite

      public camp site

    Mweka Campsite
    Mweka Campsite
    Mweka Campsite
    Mweka Campsite
    Mweka Campsite Kilimanjaro
    Mweka Campsite Kilimanjaro
    Mweka Campsite Kilimanjaro
    Mweka Campsite Kilimanjaro
    Mweka Campsite Kilimanjaro
    Mweka Campsite Kilimanjaro

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

    Day 9: Trek- Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate (Elevation: 3,950M - 1,640M)

    On the final day, you'll trek through the dense mountain rainforest from Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate. At the gate, a traditional farewell ceremony will take place, marking the end of your journey. You'll be transferred to Moshi, where you can celebrate your remarkable achievement.

    Destination: Mweka Camp To Mweka Gate

    Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Drinking water

    TOUR PRICE/COST

    We offer two pricing options:

  •   Private Tour (Sharing Price)
  • The cost is shared within your private group. More people means a lower price per person.

  •   Group Joining Tour
  • 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 $2,214  pp $1,661  pp
    2–4 pax $2,189  pp $1,642  pp
    5–9 pax $2,164  pp $1,623  pp
    10–15 pax $2,139  pp $1,604  pp
    16+ pax $2,139  pp $1,604  pp

    Group joining price

    AdultChild
    $2,189  pp $1,642  pp

    PRICE INCLUSIONS & PRICE EXCLUSIONS

    Inclusions
  •  Sleeping bag or bed linen
  •  Rental vehicle
  •  Rescue fee
  •  Park fees
  •  A professional driver/guide
  •  All activities mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
  •  Meals (as specified in the day-by-day description)
  •  All accommodation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional upgrade)
  •  Camping equipment (only sleeping bag/bed linen may be listed as excluded)
  •  All transportation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
  •  All Taxes/VAT
  • Exclusions
  •  Bath towels
  •  Porterage
  •  Roundtrip airport transfer
  •  All flights during the tour
  •  International flights to/from the start/end of the tour
  •  Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
  •  Tips: tipping guideline
  •  Personal items
  •  Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
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    RELATED FAQS ABOUT 9 Days Northern Circuit Route Kilimanjaro Trekking Adventure

    1. Is the 9-day Northern Circuit Route suitable for beginners?

    While the Northern Circuit Route offers better acclimatization opportunities, it is still a challenging trek and requires a good level of physical fitness and previous TREKKING experience. We recommend that participants have some prior high-altitude trekking experience before attempting this route.

    2. What is the best time of year to trek the Northern Circuit Route?

    The best time to trek the Northern Circuit Route is during the dry seasons, which are generally from January to March and June to October. These months provide the most stable weather conditions and clear skies, making for a more enjoyable and safer trekking experience.

    3. How cold does it get during the trek? Should I bring special gear for extreme temperatures?

    At higher elevations, temperatures can drop significantly, especially at night. It is crucial to pack and dress in layers to cope with changing conditions. We recommend bringing a good-quality, warm sleeping bag and insulated clothing to withstand the chilly temperatures.

    4. Is altitude sickness a concern on the Northern Circuit Route?

    Altitude sickness can affect trekkers at high elevations. However, the Northern Circuit's longer duration and gradual ascent profile allow for better acclimatization, reducing the risk. Our experienced guides closely monitor participants' health, and we follow a well-paced itinerary to minimize the chances of altitude-related issues.

    5. Are permits required to trek the Northern Circuit Route?

    Yes, permits are necessary to trek Kilimanjaro via any route, including the Northern Circuit. Our tour operator takes care of obtaining the necessary permits for your trek.

    6. What kind of accommodations can I expect during the trek?

    Accommodations on the Northern Circuit Route consist of tents for camping at designated campsites. Our team ensures comfortable and well-maintained camping facilities, including sleeping tents and mess tents for meals.

    7. How many hours of trekking can I expect each day?

    Trekking hours vary depending on the day's terrain and altitude gain. On average, participants can expect 4 to 8 hours of trekking per day. Rest breaks are scheduled to allow for sufficient rest and acclimatization.

    8. Can I hire porters to carry my belongings during the trek?

    Yes, porters are available for hire to carry your personal belongings. This allows you to focus on enjoying the trek and minimizes the weight you need to carry.

    9. Is travel insurance necessary for the trek?

    Yes, travel insurance is mandatory for all participants. Make sure your insurance covers high-altitude trekking and medical evacuation in case of emergencies.

    10. Are there toilet facilities along the route?

    Yes, there are basic toilet facilities at most of the designated campsites along the Northern Circuit Route. These are simple pit latrines, and we encourage participants to practice Leave No Trace principles during the trek.

    REVIEWS FOR 9 Days Northern Circuit Route Kilimanjaro Trekking Adventure package

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    The Ultimate Kilimanjaro Trek with Burigi Chato Safaris

    5/5

    My 9 Days Kilimanjaro trekking via the Northern Circuit route was nothing short of extraordinary. Burigi Chato Safaris organized everything perfectly—airport pickup, equipment checks, camp setups, and even the smallest details. The Northern Circuit is longer but offers unmatched beauty and better acclimatization. Our guides were patient and very ...
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    Professional Team and Stunning Route

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    I highly recommend the 9-day Northern Circuit trek with Burigi Chato Safaris. This route gave me a chance to see Kilimanjaro from every angle, with breathtaking scenery and fewer crowds. The guides were professional, friendly, and safety-focused, always ensuring we were well-acclimatized. The cooks prepared fresh and delicious meals daily, and th...
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    Challenging Yet Rewarding Journey

    5/5

    The Northern Circuit 9-day trek was tough, but Burigi Chato Safaris made it enjoyable and rewarding. Each day brought new landscapes—from rainforest to alpine desert to glaciers. The longer route helped me adapt to altitude, and I believe that’s why I successfully reached the summit. The entire crew treated us with kindness and encouragement, mak...
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    Exceeded Every Expectation

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    From start to finish, Burigi Chato Safaris exceeded my expectations on the 9 Days Northern Circuit trekking package. The guides were outstanding professionals, always motivating us and keeping us safe. The porters amazed me with their strength, and the cooks provided tasty meals even at high altitude. The scenery along the Northern Circuit was sp...
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