One of the most exciting and unique trekking experience on the Kilimanjaro is offered by this new route. Breathtaking varied scenery and almost offering a 360 degrees view of the whole mountain. This relatively new route experiences just a handful of climbers. Making it the least visited.
Being the longest route in distance and time, it yet comes with the added acclimatization benefits which results it having the highest success rate.
This exciting route approaches the mountain from the Western side via the Lemosho route however instead of traversing it towards the southern side to the direction of Lava tower like the Machame and Lemosho routes, it deviates around the mountain towards the northern side which is the least visited part of the mountain. The summit is attempted via the Kibo base camp or School Hut and the trail down is via Mweka camp.
Mega Adventures offers the Northern circuit trek in 9 days. With the start from the Lemosho gate which is preceded by a long 3-4 Hrs drive from Moshi. This route is highly recommended.
Day 1: Lemosho – Big Tree Camp
Description coming soon.
6 km
2,250 m – 2,780 m
3–4 hrs
Rain forest
Day 2: Big Tree Camp – Shira 1
Description coming soon.
8 km
2,780 m – 3,500 m
5–6 hrs
Moorland
Day 3: Shira 1 – Shira 2
Description coming soon.
7 km
3,500 m – 3,900 m
3–4 hrs
Moorland
Day 4: Shira 2 – Moir Hut
Description coming soon.
14 km
3,900 m – 4,140 m
6–7 hrs
Semi Desert
Day 5: Moir – Pofu Camp
Description coming soon.
12 km
4,140 m – 4,020 m
7–8 hrs
Semi Desert
Day 6: Pofu Camp – Third Cave
Description coming soon.
7 km
4,020 m – 3,935 m
6–7 hrs
Semi Desert
Day 7: Third Cave – School Hut
Description coming soon.
6 km
3,935 m – 4,715 m
4–5 hrs
Alpine Desert
Day 8: School Hut – Uhuru Peak – Mweka Camp
Description coming soon.
6 km Ascent | 12 km Descent
4,715 m – 5,895 m – 3,080 m
6-7 hrs Ascent | 4-6 hrs Descent
Arctic | Alpine desert | Moorland | Rainforest
Day 9: Mweka Camp – Mweka Gate
After breakfast depart for Mweka gate. The trek will be a short trek of 10 km downhill, which will take approximately 3-4 hours.
Upon arrival at the park headquarters at Mweka Gate we will collect our summit certificate and our team will be ready to transfer you to your hotel in Moshi.
10 km
3,080 m – 1,630 m
3–4 hrs
Rain forest
Inclusive Of:
- Transfers to and from the accommodation in Moshi to start and exit gate.
- Park fees, camping fees, rescue fees for non-resident adults (please request reduced rate for kids below 15 years)
- Guides, porters and chefs.
- Three meals a day on the climb.
- Full camping facilities, including mattress and sleeping bags, except for personal gear (available for rental at our office)
- Oxygen tank, frequent oxygen and pulse checks during the climb.
- Taxes.
- Airport transfers
- Pre-briefing & equipment check one day prior to the climb at the guest’s hotel/hostel in Moshi.
- Free city tour (walking) on the free day prior to the climb.
Exclusive Of:
- Accommodation before and after the climb (can be organized).
- Tips to crew (request for recommended tipping rates).
- Travel insurance.
- All items of personal nature.
- Beverages and laundry except where shown.
- Personal mountain climber gear (available for hire).
Do you have any queries or wish to tailor this tour? Please click here to contact us.
| 9 Days, Northern Circuit Route | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| NO. of PAX in one group | 2-3 PAX | 4-6 PAX | 7+ PAX |
| Price pr. person | $2,911 | $2,586 | $2,505 |
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