The Northern Circuit is a fantastic Kilimanjaro route that's walked by relatively few. It offers amazing scenery, excellent acclimatisation, and a quiet trek. We tell you all the reasons we love this Kilimanjaro route!"The Northern Circuit route is the longest and newest of the seven established Kilimanjaro routes. It's one of the best routes because of its great acclimatisation profile, high summit success rate, stunning views, and comparatively relaxed pace. It's also much less crowded than the other Kilimanjaro routes. Simply put, it's one of the best ways to experience the roof of Africa.
Today, you will drive to Londorossi Park Gate, where you will be recorded in the Kilimanjaro National Park records. From there, you will commence the trek from Lemosho Gate, hiking through mountain rainforest for three to four hours until you reach Mti Mkubwa Camp, where you will spend the night.
Today's trek takes you through the last section of the rainforest before entering moorland terrain. You will journey towards Shira Plateau and Shira Camp 1, where you will stay overnight. The hike typically lasts five to six hours.
On this day, you will traverse the Shira Plateau to reach Shira 2 Camp, with a trek lasting four to six hours. Temperatures may significantly drop at this point, with nights sometimes reaching below freezing.
Expect a trek of two to three hours through the high alpine desert. You will ascend to Lava Tower and the Shark's Tooth rock formation before descending back to Moir Camp. This day is crucial for acclimatization.
Today's hike lasts five to six hours and begins with a steep incline around Kibo's north face. You will then traverse the alpine desert to reach Pofu Camp for overnight stay.
The journey today is lengthy, taking four to five hours. Buffaloes are sometimes spotted along the route as you cross valleys to reach Third Cave, your overnight stop.
Today involves a steady climb over the Saddle, a barren stretch connecting Kibo and Mawenzi peaks. You will ascend for four to five hours to School Hut, where you rest before summit day.
Today is summit day! You begin around midnight, trekking to the summit via Stella Point and then onward to Uhuru Peak. After summiting, you descend to Mweka Camp, ending a long day of hiking. Part 1: Kibo Hut to Uhuru Peak
The final day involves hiking down to the foot of the mountain, where your driver will meet you. It's time for celebrations!
