9 Days Mount Kilimanjaro Climbing – Northern Circuit Route

Embark on a 9-day trek to the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro, the highest peak in Africa. Follow the Lemosho Route, which offers a variety of landscapes and wildlife, and is one of the most scenic route.
Day 1: Londorossi Gate to Mti Mkubwa (7,742 ft to 9,498 ft, 4 miles, approx. 3-4 hours)

Depart Moshi for Londorossi Gate, where you will complete entry formalities. Then drive to the Lemosho trailhead. Upon arrival at the trailhead, begin hiking through undisturbed forest which winds to the first campsite.

Day 2: Mti Mkubwa to Shira 1 Camp (9,498 ft to 11,500 ft, 5 miles, approx. 5-6 hours)

Continue to a savannah of tall grasses, heather, and volcanic rock draped with lichen beards. As you ascend, reach the Shira Ridge before dropping gently down to Shira 1 Camp. Catch your first glimpse of Kibo across the plateau.

Day 3: Shira 1 Camp to Shira 2 Camp (11,500 ft to 12,500 ft, 4 miles, 3-4 hours)

Explore the Shira Plateau. It is a gentle walk east on moorland meadows towards Shira 2 Camp. The heath zone displays abundant wildflowers and unique Senecio trees.

Day 4: Shira 2 Camp to Lava Tower (12,500 ft to 13,580 ft, down to 15,190 ft, 8 miles, 5-7 hours)

Continue to southeast towards the Lava Tower – a 300 ft tall volcanic rock formation. Then divert from the main trail to Moir Hut, a little-used site on the base of Lent Hills. A variety of walks are available on Lent Hills making this an excellent acclimatization opportunity. Shira Plateau is one of the highest plateaus on earth.

Day 5: Moir Hut to Buffalo Camp (13,580 ft to 13,200 ft, 7 miles, 5-7 hours)

Trek out of Moir Valley with a moderately steep climb, then hike to the summit of Lent Hills before returning to the main trail. The path crosses a rock field and gently undulates before reaching Buffalo Camp. This section of the trail offers great views across the plains.

Day 6: Buffalo Camp to Third Cave (13,200 ft to 12,700 ft, 5 miles, 5-7 hours)

As you head up Buffalo Ridge, the terrain becomes increasingly sparse. This route is rarely traveled but will enjoy. Trek through remote valleys on to the northern slopes until you arrive at Third Cave.

Day 7: Third Cave to School Hut (12,700 ft to 15,600 ft, 3 miles, 4-5 hours)

Climb steadily up and over sits between Kibo and Mawenzi. Continue on to the camp, School Hut. Once here, rest, enjoy an early dinner to prepare for the summit day.

Day 8: School Hut to Uhuru Peak (15,600 ft to 19,341 ft to 10,065, 4 miles ascent, 7 miles descent, 6-8 hours ascent, 4-6 hours descent)

Start the final and most demanding part of the climb around 1 a.m on a switchback trail through loose volcanic scree to reach the crater rim at Gillman’s Point. Rest here for a short time to enjoy the spectacular sunrise. Then head on to Uhuru Peak, passing close to the spectacular glaciers summit area to Stella Point and then descend down through Barafu Camp to reach Mweka Camp.

Day 9: Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate

Continue the descent to Mweka Gate and collect the summit certificates. At lower elevations, to Mweka Village. A vehicle will meet you to drive you back to the hotel in Moshi or Arusha.

उपलब्धता की गारंटी के लिए जितनी जल्दी हो सके बुक करें। जल्दी बुकिंग पर विचार करना विशेष रूप से तब महत्वपूर्ण है जब आप सार्वजनिक छुट्टियों या सप्ताहांत जैसे उच्च सीजन के दौरान यात्रा की योजना बना रहे हों।

इस यात्रा को आप यात्रा शुरू होने से 24 घंटे पहले बिना किसी शुल्क के रद्द कर सकते हैं। यदि आप इसे 24 घंटे बाद रद्द करते हैं या यात्रा पर नहीं आते हैं, तो भी आपको गतिविधि की पूरी कीमत चुकानी होगी। पिक-अप या प्रस्थान में देर से आना यात्रा पर नहीं आने के रूप में माना जाएगा।