DAY 1•Mti Mkubwa Camp
Londorossi Gate to Mti Mkubwa Camp
NIGHT STAYMti Mkubwa Camp
ELEVATION2,650 m / 8,694 ft
DISTANCE6 km
HIKING TIME3-4 hrs
Short forest approach from the western side to the first campsite.
Mount Kilimanjaro · Northern Circuit
9 Days Northern Circuit Kilimanjaro Climb
Nine-day Kilimanjaro ascent on the Northern Circuit with the longest acclimatization profile on the mountain, circling the northern slopes before a summit attempt from School Hut and descent via Mweka.
DURATION9 Days / 8 Nights
SUMMIT ALTITUDE5,895 m / 19,341 ft
MAX GROUP12 Climbers
DIFFICULTYModerate
MIN AGE12+
Trek Overview
Climb Mount Kilimanjaro via the Northern Circuit.
Nine-day Kilimanjaro ascent on the Northern Circuit with the longest acclimatization profile on the mountain, circling the northern slopes before a summit attempt from School Hut and descent via Mweka.
As the newest and longest route on Mount Kilimanjaro, the 9-day Northern Circuit delivers the ultimate wilderness immersion. Traversal along the remote northern slopes offers 360-degree panoramic views across Kenya and Tanzania, minimal trail traffic, and the highest acclimatization safety profile of any ascent route.
Trek Highlights
Longest Kilimanjaro route
Western and northern mountain circuit
Moir Hut and northern slopes
Reduced traffic beyond Shira
School Hut summit launch
Mountain Schedule
9 Days on MountainDay-by-Day Itinerary
DAY 2•Shira 1 Camp
Mti Mkubwa Camp to Shira 1 Camp
NIGHT STAYShira 1 Camp
ELEVATION3,500 m / 11,483 ft
DISTANCE8 km
HIKING TIME5-6 hrs
Climb out of forest and onto the lower Shira Plateau.
DAY 3•Shira 2 Camp
Shira 1 Camp to Shira 2 Camp
NIGHT STAYShira 2 Camp
ELEVATION3,900 m / 12,795 ft
DISTANCE7 km
HIKING TIME3-4 hrs
Gentle traverse across the plateau for acclimatization.
DAY 4•Moir Hut
Shira 2 Camp to Moir Hut
NIGHT STAYMoir Hut
ELEVATION4,200 m / 13,780 ft
DISTANCE11 km
HIKING TIME5-7 hrs
Continue on the upper plateau and climb to Moir Hut below Lent Hills.
DAY 5•Buffalo Camp
Moir Hut to Buffalo Camp
NIGHT STAYBuffalo Camp
ELEVATION4,020 m / 13,189 ft
DISTANCE12 km
HIKING TIME5-7 hrs
Cross into the quiet northern circuit with expansive views over Kenya.
DAY 6•Third Cave Camp
Buffalo Camp to Third Cave
NIGHT STAYThird Cave Camp
ELEVATION3,870 m / 12,697 ft
DISTANCE8 km
HIKING TIME4-5 hrs
Shorter day along the northern flank with gradual elevation change.
DAY 7•School Hut
Third Cave to School Hut
NIGHT STAYSchool Hut
ELEVATION4,800 m / 15,748 ft
DISTANCE15 km
HIKING TIME5-7 hrs
Long alpine push to School Hut for final summit staging.
DAY 8•Mweka Camp
School Hut to Uhuru Peak to Mweka Camp
NIGHT STAYMweka Camp
ELEVATION5,895 - 3,100 m / 19,341 - 10,171 ft
DISTANCE21 km
HIKING TIME12-15 hrs
Night ascent to Uhuru Peak followed by descent down the southeastern route to Mweka Camp.
DAY 9•Mweka Gate
Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate
NIGHT STAYMweka Gate
ELEVATION1,640 m / 5,381 ft
DISTANCE10 km
HIKING TIME3-4 hrs
Final forest descent to the gate and transfer back to Moshi.
Expedition Details
What's Included
INCLUDED
- •Kilimanjaro park fees
- •Camping fees
- •Rescue fees
- •Certified mountain guides
- •All meals on the mountain
- •Camping equipment
- •Airport transfers in Moshi area
- •Daily health checks
- •Portable toilet
NOT INCLUDED
- •International flights
- •Tanzania visa
- •Travel insurance with high-altitude cover
- •Sleeping bag rental
- •Personal gear
- •Tips for guides and porters
- •Hotel before and after climb
Gear Checklist
What to Bring
Waterproof hiking boots
Insulated jacket
Rain shell
Warm hat and gloves
Headlamp
Trekking poles
Hydration system
Preparation
Fitness Requirements
Comfortable hiking 6 to 8 hours daily for over a week and able to sustain a 12 to 15 hour summit day from School Hut.
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