The Northern Circuit is the longest and most comprehensive route on Mount Kilimanjaro, offering excellent acclimatization, fewer crowds, and panoramic views from all sides of the mountain.
This nine-day itinerary circles the northern slopes, providing one of the highest summit success rates while delivering a quiet and scenic trekking experience.
Begin at Londorossi Gate after registration and briefing. Transfer to the trailhead and trek through rainforest.
Accommodation: Mti Mkubwa Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Leave the forest and enter the moorland zone with wide views of the Shira Plateau.
Accommodation: Shira 1 Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Continue across the plateau with a gradual ascent.
Accommodation: Shira 2 Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Ascend to Lava Tower for acclimatization, then continue to Moir Hut on the northern side.
Accommodation: Moir Hut
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Traverse the northern slopes with expansive views and minimal traffic.
Accommodation: Buffalo Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Continue across remote terrain with views toward the Kenyan plains.
Accommodation: Third Cave Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Join the main summit route and trek across the alpine desert to Kibo Hut.
Accommodation: Kibo Hut
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Begin your summit attempt at midnight. Reach Uhuru Peak, then descend to Mweka Camp.
Accommodation: Mweka Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Descend through rainforest to Mweka Gate and receive your summit certificate.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
| Pax | Budget (USD) | Mid Range (USD) | Luxury (USD) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $1,000 | $2,000 | $3,000 |
| 2 | $2,000 | $3,000 | $4,000 |
| 3 | $3,000 | $4,000 | $5,000 |
| 4 | $4,000 | $5,000 | $6,000 |
| 5 | $5,000 | $6,000 | $7,000 |
| 6 | $6,000 | $7,000 | $8,000 |
| 7 | $7,000 | $8,000 | $9,000 |
| 8 | $8,000 | $9,000 | $10,000 |
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