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10 Days Northern Circuit Mt. Kilimanjaro Climb

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Naick Msemo

Kilisa Tours & Safaris

We are local owned company specialize for Mount kilimanjaro trekking and Safaris in East Africa

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10 Days Northern Circuit Mt. Kilimanjaro Climb

10 Days Northern Circuit Mt. Kilimanjaro Climb

Northern Circuit is the longest route to climb Kilimanjaro, and offers unparalleled acclimatization openings, making it one of the most secure routes. The trail starts at the Londorossi Gate on the west and seeks after indistinguishable way from the Lemosho Route on the initial two days. In any case, the way turns north close Lava Tower subsequent to intersection the Shira Plateau, and circles clockwise from Moir Hut to Buffalo Camp to School Hut,

Londorossi Gate to Mti Mkubwa

Elevation: 7,742 ft to 9,498 ft Distance: 6 km Hiking Time: 3-4 hours Habitat: Rain Forest Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner We depart Moshi for Londorossi Gate, which takes about 4 hours, where you will complete entry formalities. Then drive to the Lemosho trailhead. Upon arrival at trailhead, we begin hiking through undisturbed forest which winds to the first camp site. Read more

Mti mkubwa camp - 1 Night

Mti Mkubwa to Shira 1 Camp

Elevation: 9,498 ft to 11,500 ft Distance: 8 km Hiking Time 5-6 hours Habitat: Heath Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner We continue on the trail leading out of the rain forest and into a savannah of tall grasses, heather and volcanic rock draped with lichen beards. As we ascend through the lush rolling hills and cross several streams, we reach the Shira Ridge before dropping gently down to Shira 1 Camp. Here we catch our first glimpse of Kibo across the plateau. Read more

Shira 1 canp - 1 Night

Shira 1 Camp to Shira 2 Camp

Elevation: 11,500 ft to 12,500 ft Distance: 7 km Hiking Time: 3-4 hours Habitat: Heath Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner We explore the Shira Plateau. It is a gentle walk east on moorland meadows towards Shira 2 Camp. The heath zone displays abundant wildflowers and unique Senecio trees.

Shira 2 camp - 1 Night

Shira 2 Camp to Lava Tower

Elevation: 12,500 ft to 15,190 ft Distance: 7 km Hiking Time: 3-4 hours Habitat: Alpine Desert Lava Tower to Moir Hut Elevation: 15,190 ft to 13,580 ft Distance: 7 km Hiking Time: 2-3 hours Habitat: Alpine Desert Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner We continue to the east up a ridge and then head southeast towards the Lava Tower – a 300 ft tall volcanic rock formation. Then we divert from the main trail to Moir Hut, a little used site on the base of Lent Hills. A variety of walks are available on Lent Hills making this an excellent acclimatization opportunity. Shira Plateau is one of the highest plateaus on earth. Read more

Lava tower camp - 1 Night

Moir Hut to Buffalo Camp

Elevation: 13,580 ft to 13,200 ft Distance: 12 km Hiking Time: 5-7 hours Habitat: Alpine Desert Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner We trek out of Moir Valley with a moderately steep climb, then hike to the summit of Lent Hills before returning to the main trail. The path crosses a rock field and gently undulates before reaching Buffalo Camp. This section of the trail offers great views across the plains that lie north of Kilimanjaro and stretch out to the Kenyan/Tanzanian border. Read more

Buffalo camp - 1 Night

Buffalo Camp to Third Cave

Elevation: 13,200 ft to 12,700 ft Distance: 8 km Hiking Time: 5-7 hours Habitat: Heath Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner As we head up Buffalo Ridge, the terrain becomes increasingly sparse. This route is rarely travelled and we will enjoy its mountain wilderness feel. We trek through remote valleys on to the northern slopes of Kilimanjaro until we arrive at Third Cave Read more

Third cave camp - 1 Night

Third Cave to School Hut

Elevation: 12,700 ft to 15,600 ft Distance: 5 km Hiking Time: 4-5 hours Habitat: Alpine Desert Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner We climb steadily up and over the “Saddle,” which sits between Kibo and Mawenzi. We continue on to our camp, School Hut. Once here we rest, enjoy dinner and prepare for the summit day. Read more

School Hut camp - 1 Night

School Hut to Uhuru Peak

Elevation: 15,600 ft to 19,341 ft Distance: 6 km Hiking Time: 6-8 hours Habitat: Arctic Uhuru Peak to Crater Camp Elevation: 19,341 ft to 18,865 ft Distance: 1 km Hiking Time: 0.5-1 hours Habitat: Artic Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner During normal morning hours, we begin our push to the summit. This is the most mentally and physically challenging portion of the trek. We ascend for several hours at a slow but steady pace while taking frequent, but short, breaks. The trail turns into heavy scree as we make the steep climb to the crater rim. At Gilman’s Point (18,600 ft), we see the summit sign in the distance. We continue the around the crater rim until finally we arrive at Uhuru Peak- the highest point on Mount Kilimanjaro and the continent of Africa. We then descend a short distance to Crater Camp, where the rest of the staff will join us to set up camp. There is an option to hike to Reutsch Crater and the ash pit, or simply explore the areas around Furtwangler Glacier. Sleeping at this high altitude can be dangerous. Serious AMS can develop if adequate altitude acclimatization has not been achieved so the guides will monitor you very closely. Read more

Uhuru peak camp - 1 Night

Crater Camp to Mweka Camp

Elevation: 18,865 ft to 10,065 ft Distance: 12 km Hiking Time: 4-6 hours Habitat: Artic Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner From Crater Camp, we now make our descent continuing straight down to the Mweka Hut camp site, stopping at Barafu for lunch. The trail is very rocky and can be quite hard on the knees; trekking poles are helpful. Mweka Camp is situated in the upper forest and mist or rain can be expected in the late afternoon. Later in the evening, we enjoy our last dinner on the mountain and a well-earned sleep. Read more

Mweka camp - 1 Night

Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate

Elevation: 10,065 ft to 5,380 ft Distance: 10 km Hiking Time: 3-4 hours Habitat: Rain Forest Meals: Breakfast On our last day, we continue the descent to Mweka Gate and collect the summit certificates. At lower elevations, it can be wet and muddy. From the gate, we continue another hour to Mweka Village. A vehicle will meet us at Mweka Village to drive us back to the hotel in Moshi. Read more

Hotel - 1 Night

ACCOMMODATIONS

Day in trip
Location
Hotel
Day 1
Location Mti mkubwa
Hotel Mti mkubwa camp
Day 2
Location Shira
Hotel Shira 1 camp
Day 3
Location Shira
Hotel Shira 2 camp
Day 4
Location Lava tower
Hotel Lava tower camp
Day 5
Location Buffalo
Hotel Buffalo camp
Day 6
Location Third cave
Hotel Third cave camp
Day 7
Location School hut
Hotel School hut camp
Day 8
Location Uhuru peak
Hotel Uhuru peak camp
Day 9
Location Mweka
Hotel Mweka camp
Day 10
Location Moshi
Hotel Parkview Inn Hotel

TRIP PACKAGE

Package includes

  • Transfer from/to the airport
  • Transport during the tour
  • Accommodation
  • Local guides
  • Information services
  • Entrance fee

Package excludes

  • Airfare
  • Personal expenses
  • Visa, consular 76fees or any other formalities.
  • Tips
  • Beverages
  • Additional journeys and transfers

REVIEWS

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Kalvinpow, United States

When my Husband and I decided to go in Tanzania and to climb Mount Kilimanjaro, After quite a bit of research. KILISA TOURS & SAFARIS always appeared with excellent comments and ratings from its customers. We decided on them and without a doubt we were successful.

Turkovicz, United States

We arranged a safari with Kilisa after we read the reviews on TripAdvisor and we are really glad we did so, since Kilisa was very reasonably priced but most of all is I was Very happy with my experience. Book with Kilisa Tours & Safaris and you won't regret it.

Julie, United States

Much thanks to Kilisa Tours & Safaris team for being helpful to us every thing was perfect, pick up and drop off from Moshi, We most have fantastic time in Tarangire and Ngorongoro Crater and I can recommend them

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Abraham Bakari

Mountain Guide

Edwin

Safari Guide.

Patrick

Mountain Guide

Ridhiwani Mohamedi

Assistant Director

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