Arrival or departure transfers in Arusha 10 breakfasts, 9 lunches and 9 dinners 1 nights in hotel in Arusha on a twin-share basis 8 nights fully supported camping on a twin-share tent basis Group camping equipment including tent (sleeping bag and mat not included – can be hired locally) Experienced local mountain guides, cook and camp crew Porters to carry personal and group equipment Park entrance fees valued at US$1250 Emergency oxygen Potable Mountain Toilet

International or domestic flights Sleeping bags and mats Aerated and alcoholic drinks Items of a personal nature such as phone calls, laundry, etc Tips Visa Travel Insurance (compulsory) Meals not mentioned in the itinerary

09 Days Northern Circuit route | Kilimanjaro Trekking Tour.

09 Days trek | 1 Day Pre-trek

10 Days - Northern Circuit route

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Kilimanjaro Northern Circuit route Overview;

A lifetime adventure to the roof of Africa on the Northern Circuit route is a attraction card for any avid explorer, but particularly with a full moon summit! Mt Kilimanjaro (5895m), lovingly known as Kili, being a free-standing mountain commands panoramic views of the surrounding plains. Having nine days to acclimatise and encountering limited numbers of fellow trekkers, this route is truly remote and one for the trekking enthusiast. Commencing from the western side, catch a glimpse of Mt Meru floating on the clouds from the Shira Plateau before traversing the less visited northern flanks to enjoy fabulous vistas across vast Kenyan lowlands. Then, approaching the summit from the east in the light of the full moon, experience the tremendous feeling of space generated before standing on the top of Africa. Finally, a descent to the south completes an almost-circumnavigation of the mountain. This less-visited northern route provides an opportunity for a truly remarkable adventure to the top of Kilimanjaro.

Inclussions

Arrival or departure transfers in Arusha
10 breakfasts, 9 lunches and 9 dinners
1 nights in hotel in Arusha on a twin-share basis
8 nights fully supported camping on a twin-share tent basis
Group camping equipment including tent (sleeping bag and mat not included – can be hired locally)
Experienced local mountain guides, cook and camp crew
Porters to carry personal and group equipment
Park entrance fees valued at US$1250
Emergency oxygen
Potable Mountain Toilet

Exclusions

International or domestic flights
Sleeping bags and mats
Aerated and alcoholic drinks
Items of a personal nature such as phone calls, laundry, etc
Tips
Visa
Travel Insurance (compulsory)
Meals not mentioned in the itinerary

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Touch down at Kilimanjaro Airport and transfer to the city of Arusha. Located close to the foot of Mount Meru, Arusha is surrounded by lush greenery and is known as the gateway to Tanzania’s excellent national parks. Once settled at the hotel, enjoy the remainder of the day at your leisure to explore the city and discover its excellent food and drinks scene. Overnight stay in Arusha, at your favorable lodge. › Meal Plan; BB

After completing the necessary registration formalities, we drive through varied farmland with open views over the plains to reach the Lemosho Gate roadhead. The last section of the road is of poor quality and difficult to drive after rain, and the drive there should be considered as part of the adventure, sometimes we start walking a kilometer or two below the roadhead. We often have our lunch at the roadhead before starting to walk. It is an easy day of walking up a small path through a beautiful and lush forest. We camp at Lemosho Big Tree Camp (2650m); [2-3 hours walking] › Meal; B,L,D

We soon leave the forest behind and enter the moorland zone of giant heather. The trail climbs steadily with wide views to reach the rim of the Shira Plateau. There is a tangible sense of wilderness, especially if afternoon mists come in! We camp in the center of the plateau at “Shira One” (3550m). [6-7 hours walking] › Meal; B,L,D

An easy day to help acclimatisation, and to explore the volcanic rock formations of Shira Plateau. We walk to the summit of Shira Cathedral before reaching the next camp at Shira Hut (3840m). This campsite has stunning views, close to the glaciated dome of Kibo and the jagged rim of Shira Plateau. The views from here of Mt. Meru floating on the clouds are simply unforgettable. [4-5 hours walking] › Meal; B,L,D

In the morning we follow the main trail up to Lava Tower, and for those feeling strong, there is a possibility to climb up to the ruined hut at Arrow Glacier around 4,800m. We then continue from Lava Tower to reach our campsite at Moir Hut (4,200m). [5-7 hours walking] › Meal; B,L,D

We climb out of the Moir Valley and take a short detour to reach the summit of Little Lent hill at 4,375 metres. After admiring the views we return to the trail and head eastwards around the northern circuit trail. Here the trail passes through a field of rock slabs that clink as they are walked on. The final section of today’s walk undulates until reaching the location of Buffalo Camp (4,150m). At the camp there is a huge feeling of space as the Kenyan plains stretch out far below to the north. [4-7 hours walking] › Meal; B,L,D

From Buffalo Camp, we climb up to the top of ‘Buffalo Ridge’ and drop down the other side to reach Pofu, nearby a small spring, and some vegetation. The trail continues eastwards through a landscape that has increasingly sparse vegetation to eventually reach Third Cave Camp (3,900m). [5-7 hours walking] › Meal; B,L,D

There is a steady ascent to reach The Saddle, a lunar landscape between the peaks of Kibo and Mawenzi. From here we continue upwards and reach School Hut Campsite (4,700m) in the early afternoon. The remainder of the afternoon is spent resting and preparing for the summit day. [4-5 hours walking] › Meal; B,L,D

We will start our ascent by torchlight at about midnight so that we can be up on the Crater rim by sunrise. On selected Non-Exclusive departure dates each month, the climb will be particularly beautiful as we ascend in the light of the Full Moon. The steep climb over loose volcanic scree has some well-graded zig-zags and a slow but steady pace will take us to Gilmans Point (5,685 m) in about five or six hours. We will rest there for a short time to enjoy the sunrise over Mawenzi. The trail leads west along the crater rim to Uhuru Peak (5,896 m), passing close to the spectacular glaciers and ice cliffs that still occupy most of the summit area. We retrace our steps along the crater rim to Stella Point and then descend down through Barafu Camp to reach Millenium Camp (3,800 m). [11-15 hours walking] › Meal; B,L,D

A sustained descent on a well-constructed path through the lovely tropical forest alive with birdsong and boasting lush undergrowth with considerable botanical interest. Our route winds down to the National Park gate at Mweka (1650m). Here we sign out from the National Park before walking on for a further 15 minutes through coffee and banana farms to Mweka village where our vehicle awaits. The shower, the beer, and the swimming pool are tantalizingly close!. [4-6 hours walking] › Meal; B,L

Accommodation on Kilimanjaro Northern Circuit Route

One night at 3* hotel in Arusha before the trekking; The hotels have everything for your comfortable stay – caring staff, nice rooms, reliable Wi-Fi, restaurant and swimming pool);
Tented accommodation on Mount Kilimanjaro (modern, comfortable 4-Season tents North Face VE-25 or Wild-Call Kilimanjaro Tents).
Please note:
All accommodation is on sharing basis (i.e. you will be sharing with your travel companion a twin/double room in the hotel and a tent during the hike. If you travel alone, we will match you with a same-sex adventurer).