9Days Mount Kilimanjaro Climbing – Northern Circuit Route

9days mount kilimanjaro climbing,The Northern Circuit is a fantastic route that's walked by relatively few. It offers amazing scenery, excellent acclimatisation & a quiet trek at the foot of mountain.
Day 1:-Londorossi Gate to Mti Mkubwa 7,742 ft to 9,498 ft, 4 miles, approx. 3-4 hours
We depart Moshi for Londorossi Gate, which takes about 4 hours, where you will complete entry formalities. Then drive to the Lemosho trailhead. Upon arrival at trailhead, we begin hiking through undisturbed forest which winds to the first camp site.

Day 2:-Mti Mkubwa to Shira 1 Camp 9,498 ft to 11,500 ft, 5 miles, approx. 5-6 hours
We continue to a savannah of tall grasses, heather and volcanic rock draped with lichen beards. As we ascend, we reach the Shira Ridge before dropping gently down to Shira 1 Camp. Here we catch our 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
We 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 (Lava Tower), down to 15,190 ft, 8 miles, 5-7 hours
We continue to southeast towards the Lava Tower – a 300 ft tall volcanic rock formation. Then we 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
We 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 we head up Buffalo Ridge, the terrain becomes increasingly sparse. This route is rarely travelled but will enjoy. We trek through remote valleys on to the northern slopes until we arrive at Third Cave.

Day 7:-Third Cave to School Hut 12,700 ft to 15,600 ft, 3 miles, 4-5 hours
We climb steadily up and over sits between Kibo and Mawenzi. We continue on to our camp, School Hut. Once here we 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
We 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 We rest here for a short time to enjoy the spectacular sunrise.We 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
we continue the descent to Mweka Gate and collect the summit certificates. At lower elevations, to Mweka Village. A vehicle will meet us drive us back to the hotel in Moshi or arusha

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