Northern Circuit Route - 8 Days Kilimanjaro Climbing
Duration
8 Days 7 Nights
Group Size
1 - 60 People
Tour Type
Multidays
Tour Overview
Northern Circuit is the newest and longest route on Kilimanjaro, offering a complete circuit of the mountain. With 8 days, you'll enjoy excellent acclimatization, fewer crowds, and stunning views of the northern glaciers. The route has the highest success rate of all.
Tour Highlights
- 8-day itinerary for maximum acclimatization
- Complete circuit of Kilimanjaro
- See the spectacular northern glaciers
- Fewest crowds - true wilderness experience
- Highest success rate of all routes
- Stunning views in all directions
- Experienced mountain guides and porters
Included / Excluded
- Park entrance fees and camping fees
- Mountain rescue fees
- Professional guides, cooks, and porters
- All meals on the mountain
- Camping equipment (tents, sleeping mats)
- Emergency oxygen and first aid kit
- Transfers from Moshi/Arusha to gate and back
- International flights
- Tips for guides and porters
- Travel insurance (mandatory)
- Personal climbing gear
- Alcoholic drinks
- Personal expenses
Safari Itinerary
Drive to Londorossi Gate. Trek through rainforest to Forest Camp (2890m). Dinner and overnight.
Trek to Shira 1 Camp (3550m). Views of Shira Plateau. Acclimatization walk.
Trek across northern slopes to Moir Camp (4160m). Stunning views of northern glaciers. Acclimatization walk.
Continue northern circuit to Buffalo Camp (4020m). Alpine desert landscape. Rest day.
Trek to Third Cave Camp (3870m). Join Rongai route. Views of Mawenzi.
Trek to School Hut (4750m). Prepare for summit. Early dinner and rest.
Start summit at midnight. Reach Uhuru Peak (5895m). Descend to Horombo Hut (3720m). Celebration!
Trek to Marangu Gate. Certificate ceremony. Drive to Moshi/Arusha.
Location
Faqs
Highest success rate, fewer crowds, complete circuit of the mountain, and spectacular northern views.
Yes, 8 days provides excellent acclimatization and very high success rates.