9 Days – Northern Circuit Route Kilimanjaro Trek
The Northern Circuit Route Kilimanjaro Trek is the longest and most scenic route to the Roof of Africa. This 9-day itinerary is designed for trekkers who want to enjoy Kilimanjaro’s beauty in a quieter, less-traveled path with higher success rates due to optimal acclimatization. You’ll traverse through diverse ecosystems—rainforest, moorland, alpine desert—and summit via the less-crowded School Hut route. This luxury trek includes top-notch camping equipment, personal porters, and expert guides to make your journey comfortable and memorable.
Day 1: Arrival in Arusha
Airport pick-up and transfer to your luxury lodge in Arusha. Pre-climb briefing and equipment check.
Accommodation: Gran Melia Arusha
Meal Plan: Bed & Breakfast
Day 2: Arusha – Londorossi Gate – Mti Mkubwa (Big Tree Camp)
Drive to Londorossi Gate (2,250m) and begin the trek through rainforest to Mti Mkubwa (2,820m).
Trekking Time: 3–4 hours
Accommodation: Luxury private tented camp (full service)
Meal Plan: Full Board
Day 3: Mti Mkubwa – Shira 1 Camp
Trek into moorland and cross several ridges to Shira 1 Camp (3,610m).
Trekking Time: 5–6 hours
Accommodation: Luxury tented camp
Meal Plan: Full Board
Day 4: Shira 1 Camp – Shira 2 Camp
Continue across the Shira Plateau to Shira 2 Camp (3,850m).
Trekking Time: 4–5 hours
Accommodation: Luxury tented camp
Meal Plan: Full Board
Day 5: Shira 2 – Lava Tower – Moir Hut
Climb to Lava Tower (4,630m) for acclimatization, then descend to Moir Hut (4,200m).
Trekking Time: 6–7 hours
Accommodation: Luxury tented camp
Meal Plan: Full Board
Day 6: Moir Hut – Buffalo Camp
Trek over the Lent Hills and descend to Buffalo Camp (4,020m).
Trekking Time: 5–7 hours
Accommodation: Luxury tented camp
Meal Plan: Full Board
Day 7: Buffalo Camp – School Hut
Continue around the northern slopes to School Hut (4,800m), your base before the summit.
Trekking Time: 4–6 hours
Accommodation: Luxury tented camp
Meal Plan: Full Board
Day 8: Summit Uhuru Peak – Mweka Camp
Midnight ascent to Uhuru Peak (5,895m), the highest point in Africa. Descend to Mweka Camp.
Trekking Time: 12–15 hours
Accommodation: Luxury tented camp
Meal Plan: Full Board
Day 9: Mweka Camp – Mweka Gate – Arusha
Final descent through rainforest to Mweka Gate (1,640m) and transfer to Arusha.
Trekking Time: 3–4 hours
Accommodation: Gran Melia Arusha (day use room for freshening up)
Meal Plan: Breakfast & Lunch
- Number of Climbers
Private Luxury Trek: From $3,000 per person (USD)
Includes all park fees, professional guide & porter team, meals, accommodations, airport transfers.
- Inclusion
- Airport transfers
- Pre/post climb accommodation (Arusha)
- Park entry & camping
- Professional English-speaking guide
- Porters & cook team
- All meals during trek
- High-quality tents & sleeping mats
- Purified drinking water
- Emergency rescue fees
- Certificate of Achievement
- Exclusion
- International flights
(From/to home) - Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Nearest Airport: Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO)
- Visa Required: Yes (available on arrival or online)
- Best Time to Climb: January–March & June–October
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