KILIMANJARO NORTHERN CIRCUIT
9 Northern Circuit Route
The Northern Circuit is the newest and longest route on Mount Kilimanjaro. It begins in the West at the Londorossi Gate and follows the same path as the Lemosho route for the first two days. After crossing the Shira plateau the path veers north near Lava Tower, following the longer Northern Circuit instead of the more popular Southern Circuit via Barranco Valley The route circles around the quieter northern slopes to the east side of the mountain. The Northern Circuit is longer than the other trails on Kilimanjaro, taking a minimum of eight or nine days to complete. The eight day trek skips the additional acclimatization day that is usually spent at Shira Camp 2 and continues straight on to Moir Camp.
Mount Kilimanjaro
Elevation 5895m
Location Tanzania, Africa
Number of Climbers 25,000 Annually
Northern Circuit Route (9 Days)
Day 1 : Londorossi Gate (2,100m/6,890ft) to Mti Mkubwa Camp (2,750m/9,023ft)
Elevation Gain: 650 meters, 2,133 feet
Hiking time: 4 to 5 hours
Lemosho is ideal for climbers seeking a more private hiking experience. Although the trail joins with the more popular
Machame route on the third evening, the first three days on the mountain are relatively quiet with few other trekking
groups on the trail. On the first day, arrive at Londorossi Gate at about 11am. Spend about an hour at the gate while
Foot On Kili Tanzania registers your climb and the porters and guides make final preparations. Please note that the arrival time
at the gate may vary depending on road conditions.
After registering at the gate, drive to the trailhead and enjoy a picnic lunch before starting the trek to Mti Mkubwa (Big
Tree) Camp. Pass through the rain forests of Kilimanjaro viewing trees and birds along the way. Arrive at the campsite in
the late afternoon and relax for the rest of the day.
Day 2 : Mti Mkubwa Camp (2,750m/9,023ft) to Shira 1 Camp (3,480m/11,420ft)
Elevation Gain: 730 meters, 2,397 feet
Hiking time: 6 to 8 hours
Hike through the forest on day two for Kilimanjaro moorland zone. This is the day that you will enjoy the greatest
variety of Kilimanjaro's wildflowers. When the trail flattens out, you will have your first views of Kibo peak. After lunch,
you will climb the Shira Plateau, created when Kibo lava flows filled up the Shira crater. Stop at Shira 1 Camp,
where you will relax for the rest of the day.
Day 3 Shira One (3,860m/12,600ft) to Moir Hut (4,155m/13,632ft)
Elevation Gain: 295 meters, 1,032 feet
Hiking time: 5 to 7 hours
Follow the trail across to Fisher camp (4000 meters). This day allows you to climb high and sleep low, arrive at Moir Hut and Overnight at Alpine desert Zone
Day 4 Moir Hut to Buffalo Camp
Day Five: Moir Hut (4,155m/13,632ft) to Buffalo Camp (4,145m/13,600ft)
Elevation Loss: 10 meters, 32 feet
Hiking time: 4 to 7 hours
Start the hike by hiking out of the Moir Valley. Hike to the summit of Lent Hills before returning to the main trail.
Continue east through a rock field. Finally reach Buffalo Camp at the end of the day.
Day 5 Buffalo Camp (4,145m/13,600ft) to Third Cave Camp (3,936m/12,913ft)
Elevation Loss: 209 meters, 687 feet
Hiking time: 5 to 7 hours
Climb to the top of Buffalo Ridge before continuing on through the barren landscape to Third Cave Camp. Cross many
gullies during this day.
Day 6 – 04th august 2017 Third Cave Camp (3,936m/12,913ft) to School Hut (4,717m/15,476ft)
Elevation Gain: 781 meters, 2,563 feet
Hiking time: 4 to 5 hours
Begin the day by backtracking yesterday's trail until the dry riverbed. Head west toward Kibo on a steady upward climb.
By the early afternoon, reach School Hut on the eastern slopes of Kibo. The Saddle to Mawenzi lies just a few minutes
from the camp. Prepare for your midnight ascent to Uhuru Peak.
Day 7 School Hut (4,717m/15,476ft) to to Summit (5,895m/19,340ft) to Millennium Camp (3,827m/12,566ft)
Elevation Gain: 1,178 meters, 3,864 feet
Elevation Loss: 2,068 meters, 6,777 feet
Hiking time: 11 to 15 hours walking
Due to the steep ascent at high altitude, this is the most challenging day of the ascent. Leave School Hut around
midnight to begin your hike to the top of Kibo Crater. It is important to remember to snack during the ascent to keep your
energy up. You will likely lose your appetite during this day and begin to feel new effects of altitude sickness. Reach
Gilman's Point on the Crater rim. Continue on to Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa. The hike to the summit is slow,After summit we descend down to crater camp Crater camp stands at an altitude of 5730 metres or 18,799 feet. have lunch and enjoy a shot hike to crater ash corn then back to the camp for diner and overnight.
Day 8 Crater Camp to Millennium Camp (3,827m/12,566ft) (1,500m/4,920ft)
Elevation Loss: 2,327 meters, 7,646 feet
Hiking time: 5 to 6 hours , arrive at High Camp enjoy a hot lunch rest, diner and over night at High Camp
Day 9 After breakfast, start trek with a descent to Mweka Gate. Your last hike on Kilimanjaro is a
beautiful one, passing through Kilimanjaro cloud forest. Watch your step during the descent as the trail can be
slippery. Foot On Kili Tanzania vehicles will be waiting at the lower station of Mweka Gate to take you back to Moshi. You will
be able to buy t-shirts, souvenirs and sodas at the gate. Enjoy a picnic lunch at the gate before departing the mountain
The Northern Circuit is the newest and longest route on Mount Kilimanjaro. It begins in the West at the Londorossi Gate and follows the same path as the Lemosho route for the first two days. After crossing the Shira plateau the path veers north near Lava Tower, following the longer Northern Circuit instead of the more popular Southern Circuit via Barranco Valley The route circles around the quieter northern slopes to the east side of the mountain. The Northern Circuit is longer than the other trails on Kilimanjaro, taking a minimum of eight or nine days to complete. The eight day trek skips the additional acclimatization day that is usually spent at Shira Camp 2 and continues straight on to Moir Camp.
Mount Kilimanjaro
Elevation 5895m
Location Tanzania, Africa
Number of Climbers 25,000 Annually
Northern Circuit Route (9 Days)
Day 1 : Londorossi Gate (2,100m/6,890ft) to Mti Mkubwa Camp (2,750m/9,023ft)
Elevation Gain: 650 meters, 2,133 feet
Hiking time: 4 to 5 hours
Lemosho is ideal for climbers seeking a more private hiking experience. Although the trail joins with the more popular
Machame route on the third evening, the first three days on the mountain are relatively quiet with few other trekking
groups on the trail. On the first day, arrive at Londorossi Gate at about 11am. Spend about an hour at the gate while
Foot On Kili Tanzania registers your climb and the porters and guides make final preparations. Please note that the arrival time
at the gate may vary depending on road conditions.
After registering at the gate, drive to the trailhead and enjoy a picnic lunch before starting the trek to Mti Mkubwa (Big
Tree) Camp. Pass through the rain forests of Kilimanjaro viewing trees and birds along the way. Arrive at the campsite in
the late afternoon and relax for the rest of the day.
Day 2 : Mti Mkubwa Camp (2,750m/9,023ft) to Shira 1 Camp (3,480m/11,420ft)
Elevation Gain: 730 meters, 2,397 feet
Hiking time: 6 to 8 hours
Hike through the forest on day two for Kilimanjaro moorland zone. This is the day that you will enjoy the greatest
variety of Kilimanjaro's wildflowers. When the trail flattens out, you will have your first views of Kibo peak. After lunch,
you will climb the Shira Plateau, created when Kibo lava flows filled up the Shira crater. Stop at Shira 1 Camp,
where you will relax for the rest of the day.
Day 3 Shira One (3,860m/12,600ft) to Moir Hut (4,155m/13,632ft)
Elevation Gain: 295 meters, 1,032 feet
Hiking time: 5 to 7 hours
Follow the trail across to Fisher camp (4000 meters). This day allows you to climb high and sleep low, arrive at Moir Hut and Overnight at Alpine desert Zone
Day 4 Moir Hut to Buffalo Camp
Day Five: Moir Hut (4,155m/13,632ft) to Buffalo Camp (4,145m/13,600ft)
Elevation Loss: 10 meters, 32 feet
Hiking time: 4 to 7 hours
Start the hike by hiking out of the Moir Valley. Hike to the summit of Lent Hills before returning to the main trail.
Continue east through a rock field. Finally reach Buffalo Camp at the end of the day.
Day 5 Buffalo Camp (4,145m/13,600ft) to Third Cave Camp (3,936m/12,913ft)
Elevation Loss: 209 meters, 687 feet
Hiking time: 5 to 7 hours
Climb to the top of Buffalo Ridge before continuing on through the barren landscape to Third Cave Camp. Cross many
gullies during this day.
Day 6 – 04th august 2017 Third Cave Camp (3,936m/12,913ft) to School Hut (4,717m/15,476ft)
Elevation Gain: 781 meters, 2,563 feet
Hiking time: 4 to 5 hours
Begin the day by backtracking yesterday's trail until the dry riverbed. Head west toward Kibo on a steady upward climb.
By the early afternoon, reach School Hut on the eastern slopes of Kibo. The Saddle to Mawenzi lies just a few minutes
from the camp. Prepare for your midnight ascent to Uhuru Peak.
Day 7 School Hut (4,717m/15,476ft) to to Summit (5,895m/19,340ft) to Millennium Camp (3,827m/12,566ft)
Elevation Gain: 1,178 meters, 3,864 feet
Elevation Loss: 2,068 meters, 6,777 feet
Hiking time: 11 to 15 hours walking
Due to the steep ascent at high altitude, this is the most challenging day of the ascent. Leave School Hut around
midnight to begin your hike to the top of Kibo Crater. It is important to remember to snack during the ascent to keep your
energy up. You will likely lose your appetite during this day and begin to feel new effects of altitude sickness. Reach
Gilman's Point on the Crater rim. Continue on to Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa. The hike to the summit is slow,After summit we descend down to crater camp Crater camp stands at an altitude of 5730 metres or 18,799 feet. have lunch and enjoy a shot hike to crater ash corn then back to the camp for diner and overnight.
Day 8 Crater Camp to Millennium Camp (3,827m/12,566ft) (1,500m/4,920ft)
Elevation Loss: 2,327 meters, 7,646 feet
Hiking time: 5 to 6 hours , arrive at High Camp enjoy a hot lunch rest, diner and over night at High Camp
Day 9 After breakfast, start trek with a descent to Mweka Gate. Your last hike on Kilimanjaro is a
beautiful one, passing through Kilimanjaro cloud forest. Watch your step during the descent as the trail can be
slippery. Foot On Kili Tanzania vehicles will be waiting at the lower station of Mweka Gate to take you back to Moshi. You will
be able to buy t-shirts, souvenirs and sodas at the gate. Enjoy a picnic lunch at the gate before departing the mountain
Price:$2000 Per Person
INCLUDED IN THE PACKAGE:- Private transport to & from Kilimanjaro International Airport to your accommodations in Moshi.
- 2 nights of accommodation in Moshi in FULL BOARD (FB). (WERUWRU RIVER LODGE OR PARK VIEW HOTEL)
- Transportation to & from the Kilimanjaro gate
- Park entry fees,
- Camping fees
- Crater fee (if any)
- Team Kilimanjaro Rescue fees
- 18% VAT on tour fees & services
- 4 Season mountain tents
- Double layered Sleeping Mats 4 inches (10cm) thick
- Friendly and professional mountain guides, cook and porters
- 3 meals daily while on the mountain
- Enough treated & filtered drinking water throughout the trek
- Hot water for washing
- Fair wages for the mountain crew as approved by the Kilimanjaro National Park Authority (KINAPA), Kilimanjaro Association of Tour Operators (KIATO)
- Government taxes
- Portable oxygen tanks
- Ox meter
- Emergency first-aid kit
- Stethoscope
- Portable flush toilet with a toilet and tent
- Mountain climbing certificates
EXCLUDED IN THE PACKAGE:- Drinks at your hotel before and after climb.
- Travel insurance
- Flights
- Laundry (Available at hotel)
- Personal items and toiletries
- Tips for guides, porters and cook
INCLUDED IN THE PACKAGE:
- Private transport to & from Kilimanjaro International Airport to your accommodations in Moshi.
- 2 nights of accommodation in Moshi in FULL BOARD (FB). (WERUWRU RIVER LODGE OR PARK VIEW HOTEL)
- Transportation to & from the Kilimanjaro gate
- Park entry fees,
- Camping fees
- Crater fee (if any)
- Team Kilimanjaro Rescue fees
- 18% VAT on tour fees & services
- 4 Season mountain tents
- Double layered Sleeping Mats 4 inches (10cm) thick
- Friendly and professional mountain guides, cook and porters
- 3 meals daily while on the mountain
- Enough treated & filtered drinking water throughout the trek
- Hot water for washing
- Fair wages for the mountain crew as approved by the Kilimanjaro National Park Authority (KINAPA), Kilimanjaro Association of Tour Operators (KIATO)
- Government taxes
- Portable oxygen tanks
- Ox meter
- Emergency first-aid kit
- Stethoscope
- Portable flush toilet with a toilet and tent
- Mountain climbing certificates
EXCLUDED IN THE PACKAGE:
- Drinks at your hotel before and after climb.
- Travel insurance
- Flights
- Laundry (Available at hotel)
- Personal items and toiletries
- Tips for guides, porters and cook
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