8-Day Northern Circuit Route – Kilimanjaro Climb
Overview
The Northern Circuit is the longest route on Mount Kilimanjaro, providing the best acclimatization and the highest success rate for reaching the summit. This 8-day trek offers breathtaking scenery, a quieter trail, and a gradual ascent, making it ideal for climbers who want to enjoy the beauty of Kilimanjaro with less crowding.
Included/Exclude
- Airport transfers
- Accommodation in Moshi (before & after the climb)
- Park fees & rescue fees
- Tented accommodation during the trek
- All meals on the mountain
- Professional mountain guides, porters & cook
- International & domestic flights
- Personal climbing gear
- Tips for guides & porters
- Personal expenses
Tour Amenities
Tour Plan
Upon arrival, you will be transferred to your hotel in Moshi for a pre-climb briefing and gear check.
Drive to Londorosi Gate for registration before starting the trek through the dense rainforest. Arrive at Mti Mkubwa Camp for an overnight stay.
Trek through the lush heather and moorland zone, crossing beautiful landscapes before reaching Shira 1 Camp.
Continue across the scenic Shira Plateau with stunning views of the summit before reaching Shira 2 Camp for the night.
Trek towards the remote northern slopes of Kilimanjaro, away from the crowds. The landscapes shift from alpine desert to rocky ridges, providing excellent acclimatization.
Trek through the northern circuit, offering panoramic views of the Kenyan plains before arriving at Buffalo Camp for the night.
Gradually ascend through the alpine desert zone, reaching School Hut, the last camp before the summit attempt.
celebrating, descend to Barafu Camp for a short break before continuing to Mweka Camp for the night.
Descend through the lush rainforest to Mweka Gate, where you will receive your summit certificate before returning to Moshi for a well-earned rest.
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