Tour Overview
Join our 8-Day Northern Circuit Route Joining Group for an unforgettable Kilimanjaro experience. Designed for 3-5+ climbers, this scenic route offers excellent acclimatization, diverse landscapes, and a quieter trail experience.
As Kilimanjaro’s longest route, the Northern Circuit takes you around the mountain before reaching Uhuru Peak (5,895m), with more time to adapt to the altitude.
Detailed Itinerary
Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), where our representative will meet you and transfer you to your hotel in Moshi. Relax and recover from your journey. Your guide will provide a trek briefing and equipment check.
Overnight: Moshi hotel
Meals: Bed & Breakfast
After breakfast, drive to Londorossi Gate for registration and park formalities. Continue to the Lemosho trailhead and begin trekking through the beautiful montane rainforest.
The trail gradually climbs through the forest to Mti Mkubwa Camp, also known as Big Tree Camp.
Altitude: 2,100 m → 2,800–2,900 m
Trekking: 3–4 hours
Habitat: Montane rainforest
Overnight: Mti Mkubwa Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
After breakfast, continue through the forest as the vegetation changes to heather and moorland. The trail climbs toward the Shira Plateau, with impressive views of Mount Meru and Kibo when weather permits.
Continue to Shira 1 Camp, where you will have dinner and rest.
Altitude: 2,900 m → 3,500 m
Trekking: 4–6 hours
Habitat: Moorland
Overnight: Shira 1 Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Today you cross the spectacular Shira Plateau toward the northern side of Kilimanjaro. The trail passes through high-altitude moorland and gradually enters the alpine desert.
Continue toward Moir Camp, located beneath the Lent Hills. Depending on your condition and weather, an optional short acclimatization walk can be arranged around the Lent Hills.
Altitude: 3,500 m → approximately 4,100–4,200 m
Trekking: 5–7 hours
Habitat: Moorland / Alpine Desert
Overnight: Moir Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Leave Moir Camp and climb out of the Moir Valley before joining the northern circuit. The route crosses remote valleys and ridges along the northern slopes of Kilimanjaro.
This quieter section offers spectacular views toward Kenya and the surrounding wilderness. You will eventually reach Pofu Camp for dinner and overnight rest.
Altitude: approximately 4,100 m → 4,000 m
Trekking: 5–7 hours
Habitat: Alpine Desert
Overnight: Pofu Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Continue eastward along the northern slopes of Kilimanjaro. The trail crosses valleys and open alpine terrain before reaching Third Cave Camp, where the landscape begins to open toward Mawenzi Peak.
This is a quieter and scenic section of the Northern Circuit, providing time to walk at a steady pace and prepare your body for the summit.
Altitude: approximately 4,000 m → 3,900–4,000 m
Trekking: 4–6 hours
Habitat: Alpine Desert / Moorland
Overnight: Third Cave Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
After breakfast, continue toward the high saddle between Kibo and Mawenzi. The trail gradually climbs through the alpine desert toward School Camp, your final overnight camp before the summit.
After arriving, you will have dinner, receive a summit briefing, prepare your equipment, and rest as much as possible before the midnight summit attempt.
Altitude: approximately 3,900 m → 4,750 m
Trekking: 4–5 hours
Habitat: Alpine Desert
Overnight: School Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Wake around midnight and begin the summit climb. Trek slowly through the darkness toward Gilman's Point on the crater rim. Continue along the crater rim toward Stella Point and then onward to Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa at 5,895 m.
After celebrating your achievement and taking photos, begin the descent. Continue down toward Millennium Camp, where you will have a well-earned meal and rest.
School Camp: approximately 4,750 m
Uhuru Peak: 5,895 m
Millennium Camp: approximately 3,800–3,950 m
Trekking: approximately 10–15 hours
Habitat: Alpine Desert / Arctic Summit Zone / Rainforest
Overnight: Millennium Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
After breakfast, begin your final descent through the beautiful rainforest toward Mweka Gate.
At the gate, complete the park registration and receive your Kilimanjaro summit certificate. Meet your vehicle and transfer back to your hotel in Moshi for a hot shower, relaxation, and overnight stay.
Altitude: approximately 3,900 m → 1,640 m
Trekking: 4–6 hours
Habitat: Rainforest
Overnight: Moshi hotel
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
After breakfast, depending on your flight schedule, enjoy your final morning in Moshi before your private transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) for your departure flight.
Meals: Breakfast
Airport transfer: Included
Prices by Group Size
All prices are shown in USD per person. Choose your group size or contact us for a tailored quote.
| Climbers / Travellers | Price per Person (USD) |
|---|---|
| 1 person | $2,650 |
| 2 people | $2,430 |
| 3 people | $2,260 |
| 4 people | $2,160 |
| 5 people | $1,950 |
What's Included & Excluded
Included
Enjoy two hotel nights, one before and one after your climb. Choose from our selected Moshi hotels or request an alternative within the same budget.
All required park fees for your selected route are included, covering applicable conservation, camping or hut, and rescue fees.
Our experienced guides monitor your wellbeing throughout the climb. Safety equipment includes first aid, emergency oxygen, pulse oximeters, and communication devices.
We support fair wages, responsible porter loads, proper meals, quality tents, suitable equipment, and safe working conditions for our mountain crew.
Enjoy four-season tents, comfortable sleeping mats, a dining tent, a private portable toilet, and a warm camping shower.
Enjoy three freshly prepared meals daily, purified drinking water, and hot drinks to keep you energised throughout your climb. Special diets can be arranged in advance.
Transfers specified in your package, including transport between your hotel and the mountain gate, are arranged for a smooth trekking experience.
Our team supports you throughout your summit attempt. Your package includes applicable VAT and a climbing certificate for eligible climbers.
Not Included
International flights to and from Tanzania are not included.
Visa fees and other applicable immigration charges are not included.
Travel insurance is not included. Comprehensive insurance covering high-altitude trekking, medical expenses, and emergency evacuation is strongly recommended.
Crew tips are not included and are appreciated in recognition of their hard work and support.
Personal gear, including hiking boots, warm clothing, waterproofs, sleeping bags, gloves, and trekking poles, is not included unless specified.
Laundry, telephone calls, snacks, alcoholic drinks, souvenirs, and other personal purchases are excluded.
Extra hotel nights and transfers outside your confirmed itinerary are not included unless agreed upon
Equipment rental, upgrades, and optional services are excluded unless confirmed. Additional costs arising from itinerary changes or unforeseen circumstances will be discussed with you where applicable.
