Tour 11 Days Climb Northern Circuit Route. + 2 Nights’ Luxury Hot

Accommodation

2Nights: the night before the climb and the night after the climb accommodation during climbing

Guide

Our Kilimanjaro guides are very experienced, with most having climbed well over 150 times. They are professionals who confidentially know the mountain All guides have "Wilderness First Responder" and "Wilderness First Aid" certificates.

Transport

Transport from Hotel to park gate & airport transfers

Others

Sleeping Mattress Emergency Oxygen Cylinder All meals while on the Mountain Quality Mess tents with table and chairs Large portions of fresh, healthy, nutritious food Clean, purified drinking water Conservation fees (part of park fees) Camping or Hut fees (part of park fees) Rescue fees (part of park fees) VAT (18% charged by the Government) Kilimanjaro summit certificate

Meals

The menu on Kilimanjaro is designed to ensure your food intake matches your level of exertion. It will provide you with a good balance of protein, carbohydrates, fruit and vegetables. When you are at altitude you could start to feel nauseous and your appetite may be suppressed, so the meals prepared at high altitude usually contain more carbohydrates and less protein to help you to digest your food. Your meals will be prepared by your cooks on Kilimanjaro and the food will be carried by your porters. A typical day’s menu will include the following: Breakfast Porridge Toast Pancakes Eggs Smoked sausages Fresh fruit (pinapple, melon or oranges) Tea / Coffee / hot chocolate Lunch Sandwiches Fresh fruit Hard boiled eggs Biscuits Fruit juice Dinner Soup Pasta / Rice / Potatoes Chicken / Beef Vegetables Salad Fresh fruits This tour offers Jain, Vegetarian, Vegan, Halal and Kosher food options on request. Simply let kilimanjaro habitas know the food option that you prefer.

Not included:

Others

Personal trekking equipment such as sleepings bags, hiking boots, clothes, etc (available for renting) Tips and gratuities Travel insurance Personal Expenses (e.g. laundry, telephone, beverages, etc.) Meals not listed in the itinerary Liquors, beers and bottled beverages

Flights

Flights before and after the tour are not included in the tour price. You can organize your flights separately at any point.

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Day 1 Arrive In Kilimanjaro International Airport
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Arrive In Kilimanjaro International Airport

Arrive anytime at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO). We will arrange a private transfer from Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) to your Hotel and Hotel is included, We will gather in the hotel for a pre-climb briefing and an equipment check. We will also confirm you have the appropriate mandatory medical coverage and travel insurance. The Hotel was Tulivu Kilimanjaro Retreat
Day 2 Londorossi Gate (2,100 Meters) – Start Point 2,360 Meters To Mti Mkubwa Camp (2,820 Meters)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Londorossi Gate (2,100 Meters) – Start Point 2,360 Meters To Mti Mkubwa Camp (2,820 Meters)

Distance: ~5.5km / 3 miles

Trekking time: 3-4 hours

Zone: Rainforest

The Northern Circuit Route begins at Londorossi Gate (2,100 meters) in the West, the same start point as the Lemosho Route. The drive to Londorossi Gate takes approximately two hours from Moshi and considerably longer from Arusha. Registration with the Kilimanjaro National Park authorities occurs at the gate and then you will be driven further up the mountain to the trailhead starting point. Most tour operators serve lunch here before the short first day trek to Mti Mkubwa Camp (2,820 meters) begins. You may get lucky and spot large wildlife like elephant and buffalo that sometimes emerge from the rainforest onto the path as you trek towards your first camp. Dinner will be served when you reach Mti Mkubwa Camp
Day 3 Mti Mkubwa Camp (2,820 Meters) To Shira Camp 1 (3,610 Meters)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Mti Mkubwa Camp (2,820 Meters) To Shira Camp 1 (3,610 Meters)

Distance: ~8km / 5 miles

Trekking time: 5-6 hours

Zone: Rainforest / Low Alpine Zone

On day two you will spend the first hour trekking through the last section of rainforest path before entering the low alpine moorland zone which follows up onto the Shira Plateau. The trek is relatively short and gradual, ending at Shira Camp 1 (3,610 meters).
Day 4 Shira Camp 1 (3,610 Meters) To Shira Camp 2 (3,850 Meters)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Shira Camp 1 (3,610 Meters) To Shira Camp 2 (3,850 Meters)

Distance covered: ~7km / 4 mi

Trekking time: 3hours – 4hours

Zone: Rainforest / Low Alpine Zone

On day three the trek crosses the Shira Plateau from Shira Camp 1 to Shira Camp 2. Nine day trekkers usually spend the night at Shira Camp 2 where they will join trekkers from the Machame Route. At Shira Camp 2 it is worth trekking a little higher up the plateau to enjoy the stunning view across the valley below and Western Breach of Kilimanjaro above. The plateau is exposed so be prepared for a cold night with temperatures getting below zero.
Day 5 Shira Camp 2 (3,850 Meters) To Moir Camp (4,200 Meters)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Shira Camp 2 (3,850 Meters) To Moir Camp (4,200 Meters)

Distance covered: ~14km / 8 mi

Trekking time: 5hours – 7hours

Zone: Low alpine zone / High alpine zone

Day four is a long trek heading east which passes through the ‘Garden of the Senecios’ and then enters the high alpine desert zone. The morning is spent trekking up to Lava Tower and the iconic Shark’s Tooth rock formation at 4,600 meters, where you will have lunch. After lunch you will join the northern circuit heading down to Moir Camp at 4,200 meters (see map above). This is an important day in your trek as you will get to experience high altitude and then sleep low, which is good for the acclimatisation process.
Day 6 Moir Camp (4,200 Meters) To Buffalo Camp (4,020 Meters)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Moir Camp (4,200 Meters) To Buffalo Camp (4,020 Meters)

Distance: ~12km / 7 miles

Trekking time: 5-7 hours

Zone: High alpine zone

Day five involves a moderately steep climb out of Moir Valley. Trekkers can take a small detour here to climb the summit of Little Lent Hill at 4,375 meters before returning to the Northern Circuit trail. From here the route follows a series of inclines and declines, skirting around the northern slopes of Kibo to Buffalo Camp (4,020 meters).The trek gives great vistas out across the plains that lie north of Kilimanjaro and stretch out to the Kenyan / Tanzanian border. You will arrive at Buffalo Camp just after midday, where you will have lunch and have time to rest after a long day hiking.
Day 7 Buffalo Camp (4,020 Meters) To Rongai Third Cave (3,800 Meters)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Buffalo Camp (4,020 Meters) To Rongai Third Cave (3,800 Meters)

Distance: ~8km / 5 miles

Trekking time: 5-7 hours

Zone: High alpine zone and low alpine zone

Day six starts with a climb up the Buffalo ridge and down into Porfu Camp where lunch is usually served. The route then continues east around the northern slopes to the Rongai Third Cave at 3,800 meters. The trek is shorter than the day before and by now you should be feeling well acclimatised to the altitude. You will arrive at the Third Cave just around mid-afternoon.
Day 8 3Rd Cave (3,800 Meters) To School Hut (4,800 Meters)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

3Rd Cave (3,800 Meters) To School Hut (4,800 Meters)

Distance: ~15km / 8 miles

Trekking time: 4-5 hours

Zone: High alpine zone and glacial zone

Day seven involves a steady incline up and over the Saddle which sits between the peaks of Kibo and Mawenzi Peak. Trekkers then continue walking south-west up to School Hut (4,800 meters). After arriving at School Hut you will be served an early dinner and then you should get some shut-eye as you will be awoken before midnight to start your summit attempt. Remember to prepare all your gear, including warm clothes, insulated water bottles, snacks, headlamp and camera before going to bed.
Day 9 School Hut (4,800 Meters) To Uhuru Peak (5,895 Meters) And Then Onto Millennium Camp (3,950 Meters)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

School Hut (4,800 Meters) To Uhuru Peak (5,895 Meters) And Then Onto Millennium Camp (3,950 Meters)

Distance: ~6km / 3.5 miles ascent and 10.5km / 6 mile descent

Trekking time: 6-8 hours ascent and then 4-6 hour descent

Zone: Glacial zone and all preceding zones

You will be awoken around 11:30 with hot tea and biscuits and will then begin the steep incline up the slopes of Kibo under the cover of darkness. Your first check-point is Hans Meyer Cave where you will take a short break. The climb steepens as you approach Gilman’s Point (5,681 meters), which will be around 5-6 hours after departing School Hut. Take a moment to enjoy the approaching dawn and incredible view out and across to Mawenzi Peak, but remember you still have 2 hours trekking to reach Uhuru Peak so dig deep for the energy. The slope flattens as you head west around the crater rim and you should arrive at the summit at or just after sunrise. Your stay here will be brief so get as many pictures as you can of the incredible views and surrounding glaciers. You will then retrace your steps back around the crater rim to Stella Point (5,739 meters) where you will turn south and head down the heavily screed slopes of Kibo to Barafu Camp (4,680 meters). Most trekkers take a short break here before continuing down to Millennium Camp (3,950 meters) for your final night on the mountain. In total you will be trekking for 14-16 hours on day eight so it is important to pace yourself, remain hydrated and keep your blood sugar levels up. Note: some tour operators return via Gilman’s Point to Horombo Hut using the Marangu Route.
Day 10 Millennium Camp (3,950 Meters) To Mweka Gate (1,640 Meters)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Millennium Camp (3,950 Meters) To Mweka Gate (1,640 Meters)

Distance: ~10km / 6.5 miles

Trekking time: 3-4 hours

Zone: Rainforest zone

The final day is a short hike through the dense montane rainforest from Millennium Camp (3,950 meters) to Mweka Gate (1,640 meters). At the gate you will need to sign-out with the authorities, who will also provide you with your official certificate – a green certificate for those who made it to Gilman’s Point and a gold certificate for those who reached Uhuru Peak. It is customary to give your guide and porter tips before being driven back to your hotel Tulivu Kilimanjaro Retreat
Day 11 Departure
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Departure

This day left for your next destination. If you have safari, then might be used to beginning your safari or fly to Zanzibar or fly back home. Our vehicle will be ready to take you to the airport at your time.

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Itinerary of your trip 11 Days Climb Northern Circuit Route. + 2 Nights’ Luxury Hot

Arrive In Kilimanjaro International Airport

Londorossi Gate (2,100 Meters) – Start Point 2,360 Meters To Mti Mkubwa Camp (2,820 Meters)

Mti Mkubwa Camp (2,820 Meters) To Shira Camp 1 (3,610 Meters)

Shira Camp 1 (3,610 Meters) To Shira Camp 2 (3,850 Meters)

Shira Camp 2 (3,850 Meters) To Moir Camp (4,200 Meters)

Moir Camp (4,200 Meters) To Buffalo Camp (4,020 Meters)

Buffalo Camp (4,020 Meters) To Rongai Third Cave (3,800 Meters)

3Rd Cave (3,800 Meters) To School Hut (4,800 Meters)

School Hut (4,800 Meters) To Uhuru Peak (5,895 Meters) And Then Onto Millennium Camp (3,950 Meters)

Millennium Camp (3,950 Meters) To Mweka Gate (1,640 Meters)

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