The longest and most remote route, circling the entire mountain. Unmatched acclimatisation with a near-perfect summit rate for the ultimate experience.
The Northern Circuit is the longest route on Kilimanjaro, circling the entire mountain over 9 days. It offers the best acclimatisation profile of any route, resulting in a near-perfect summit success rate.
This route passes through remote wilderness areas rarely seen by other trekkers, with stunning views of the mountain from every angle. It is the ultimate Kilimanjaro experience for those with the time and budget.
Maximum 8kg personal + 15kg porters. All excess equipment will be left at the hotel in Moshi and returned after your climb.
Some steep sections and uneven terrain. A good level of fitness is recommended.
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Each day is designed for optimal acclimatization on the Northern Circuit Route.
You will be picked up at Kilimanjaro International Airport and transferred to your hotel in Moshi. Meet your guide for a briefing and equipment check.
You will be picked up at the Kilimanjaro International Airport and transferred to your hotel in Moshi town. Your guide will brief you on your upcoming trek and do an equipment check.
After breakfast, drive to Lemosho Gate. Begin trekking through lush rainforest on the western slope of Kilimanjaro. The trail is quiet and scenic. Camp in a clearing in the forest.
Today you trek through heath and moorland zones. The vegetation becomes more sparse and you enter the expansive Shira Plateau with stunning views of Kibo.
Cross the Shira Plateau towards Kibo. The terrain is relatively flat with stunning panoramic views. Acclimatization walk in the afternoon.
Trek towards the northern side of the mountain. The terrain becomes more barren as you enter the alpine desert zone. Camp at Moir Hut with views of the Lent Hills.
Today you trek around the northern circuit of Kilimanjaro, passing through remote and wild terrain. This is the least visited part of the mountain with incredible solitude.
Continue circling the mountain on the northern side. The terrain is rocky and barren with occasional views of the summit glaciers. Gradual descent to Third Cave Camp.
Ascend steeply towards the summit via the northern approach. The terrain becomes increasingly rocky and barren. Arrive at School Hut and rest before the midnight summit attempt.
Summit attempt at midnight. Trek up the scree to Stella Point (5,739m) then Uhuru Peak (5,895m). Descend via Barafu and then down through the rainforest to Mweka Gate. Receive certificates and transfer back to hotel.
Descend to Mweka Gate, transfer back to your hotel in Moshi. Celebrate your achievement!
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