Northern Circuit
Nine days across the western and northern slopes of Kilimanjaro, allowing a longer, more deliberate traverse before joining the final summit approach.
Built around the mountain.
Nine days across the western and northern slopes of Kilimanjaro, allowing a longer, more deliberate traverse before joining the final summit approach.
Shira Plateau
Wide volcanic landscapes around the mountain's western side.
Northern Circuit
A broad traverse around the northern side of Kibo.
Uhuru Peak
The final summit objective at 5,895m.
Your journey
DAY 01Londorossi Gate → Forest Camp
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DAY 02Forest Camp → Shira 1
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DAY 03Shira 1 → Shira 2
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DAY 04Shira 2 → Moir Camp
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DAY 05Moir Camp → Pofu Camp
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DAY 06Pofu → Northern Circuit Camp
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DAY 07Northern Circuit → Kibo Hut
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DAY 08Kibo Hut → Uhuru Peak → Mweka Camp
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DAY 09Mweka Camp → Mweka Gate → Arusha
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What stays with you
Western approach
The journey opens across Kilimanjaro's western landscape.
Northern Circuit
The defining long traverse around Kibo.
Kibo at dawn
The summit cone changes character as light reaches the upper mountain.
Uhuru Peak
The final high point of the journey.
What is covered
- Park and applicable mountain fees
- Licensed mountain guide and trekking support
- Accommodation and meals during the trek
- Transfers as specified in the final itinerary
What to plan for
- International flights and visas
- Travel insurance
- Personal trekking equipment unless agreed
- Tips and personal expenses
Frequently asked
Why nine days?
The longer route supports a more gradual approach to altitude. TANAPA advises acclimatization days and slow ascent.
Where does it start?
TANAPA lists Lemosho via Londorossi among the main access points, with Mweka used for descent.
Are nights in tents?
Northern Circuit itineraries normally use designated tented camps arranged by licensed operators.
Your mountain, your safari, your story.
We can adjust pace, accommodation, guiding and pre- or post-trip stays around your plans.
Plan your journey