Northern Circuit – 9 Days
Route Overview
The Northern Circuit is the newest, longest, and most scenic route on Kilimanjaro. It circles the northern slopes, offering excellent acclimatization and the highest summit success rate.
Highlights
- Highest summit success rate (95%+)
- Quiet and remote northern slopes
- Most gradual acclimatization profile
Daily Itinerary & Elevation
Londorossi Gate to Mti Mkubwa Camp
Elevation: 2,350m to 2,750mBegin your trek through the rainforest.
Accommodation: Mti Mkubwa Camp
Mti Mkubwa Camp to Shira 1 Camp
Elevation: 2,750m to 3,550mEnter the moorland zone and hike to Shira 1 Camp.
Accommodation: Shira 1 Camp
Shira 1 Camp to Shira 2 Camp
Elevation: 3,550m to 3,840mA gentle hike across the Shira Plateau.
Accommodation: Shira 2 Camp
Shira 2 Camp to Moir Hut Camp
Elevation: 3,840m to 4,200mLeave the plateau and head to the remote northern side.
Accommodation: Moir Hut Camp
Moir Hut Camp to Buffalo Camp
Elevation: 4,200m to 4,020mTrek along the quiet northern slopes.
Accommodation: Buffalo Camp
Buffalo Camp to Third Cave Camp
Elevation: 4,020m to 3,870mContinue eastward along the northern circuit.
Accommodation: Third Cave Camp
Third Cave Camp to School Hut Camp
Elevation: 3,870m to 4,800mClimb to School Hut Camp, the final camp before the summit.
Accommodation: School Hut Camp
Summit Day: School Hut to Uhuru Peak to Mweka Camp
Elevation: 4,800m to 5,895m to 3,060mMidnight start for the summit. Reach Uhuru Peak (5,895m).
Accommodation: Mweka Camp
Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate
Elevation: 3,060m to 1,640mFinal descent through the rainforest to Mweka Gate.
Accommodation: Hotel in Moshi
What's Included
- Park fees
- Camping gear
- Mountain guides & porters
- All meals
- Rescue fees
What's Excluded
- Tips for crew
- Personal hiking gear
- Travel insurance