The Northern Circuit Route is one of the longer and more scenic routes to climb Mount Kilimanjaro in Tanzania. This route is less crowded compared to others, offering a quieter and more immersive experience with diverse landscapes and wildlife.
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Start at Londorossi Gate (2,250 meters).
Hike through the rainforest zone.
Arrive at Mti Mkubwa Camp (2,820 meters).
Distance: 6-7 kilometers
Duration: 3–4 hours
Altitude gain: 570 meters
Price: This day's cost is typically included in the overall package price.
Continue through the rainforest and into the heath zone.
Cross the Shira Ridge for stunning views of the plains below and Mount Meru.
Arrive at Shira 1 Camp (3,610 meters).
Distance: 8–9 kilometers
Duration: 5-7 hours
Altitude gain: 790 meters
Price: Included in the overall package price.
Trek through the high desert landscape of the Shira Plateau.
Ascend towards the Lava Tower (4,630 meters) before descending to Moir Hut (4,200 meters).
Experience a significant altitude gain and then descent for acclimatization.
Distance: 14–16 kilometers (including an optional acclimatization hike)
Duration: 6–8 hours
Altitude gain: 590 meters (to Lava Tower)
Altitude loss: 430 meters (to Moir Hut)
Price: Included in the overall package price.
Traverse the northern slopes of Kilimanjaro.
Hike through a desolate alpine desert with unique flora.
Reach Pofu Camp (3,520 meters).
Distance: 9–11 kilometers
Duration: 5-7 hours
Altitude loss: 680 meters
Price: Included in the overall package price.
Descend into the Great Barranco Valley.
Climb the Barranco Wall (not as challenging as it appears).
Arrive at Third Cave Camp (3,870 meters).
Distance: 10–12 kilometers
Duration: 6–8 hours
Altitude gain: 350 meters
Price: Included in the overall package price.
Ascend to the base of Kibo, the tallest of Kilimanjaro's three volcanic cones.
Pass through the lunar desert landscape.
Arrive at School Hut (4,800 meters).
Distance: 8–10 kilometers
Duration: 4–6 hours
Altitude gain: 930 meters
Price: Included in the overall package price.
Summit attempt, usually starting around midnight
Reach Uhuru Peak (5,895 meters), the highest point in Africa, in time for sunrise.
Descend back to the school hut for a short rest.
Continue descending to Mweka Camp (3,100 meters).
Distance: Summit: 6–8 kilometers; Descent: 10–12 kilometers
Duration: Summit: 7-9 hours; Descent: 4-6 hours
Altitude gain (summit): 1,095 meters
Altitude loss (descent): 2,795 meters
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| City: | Arusha Tanzania |
| Since: | 2024 » |
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7 Days Northern Circuit Route
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