The Northern Circuit route is one of the best routes on Kilimanjaro, offering nearly 360 degrees of beautiful scenery including the quiet, rarely visited northern slopes. As the longest route on Kilimanjaro, the Northern Circuit allows for the best acclimatization time and the highest summit success rate, therefore this route is highly recommended.
The route approaches Mount Kilimanjaro from the west, beginning with a long drive from Moshi to Londorossi Gate. From there, the first two days are spent trekking through the rainforest to Shira Ridge, before crossing the Shira Plateau. The route then heads north and circles clockwise from Moir Hut to Buffalo Camp to School Hut, before summiting ...
Highlights
8 days
Offered in German (Deutsch) & 4 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
8 days
Offered in German (Deutsch) & 4 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Drinking water and Full Board Meals
Lunch
Dinner
Gate Transfers
Proper Ration of Mountain crew (Cook & Porters)
Breakfast
Quality Imported Equipments
Kilimanjaro trekking according to the itinerary
All National Park & Hut Fees, Crew Permits and VAT
Complimentary Oxygen Cylinder
Airport Transfers
Portable Private Toilet and Porter
Pre and Post accommodations (2 nights Bed and Breakfast)
Professional, English-speaking Wilderness First Responder & CPR certified Guide
Meals according to the itinerary
Fair and Sustainable Salary Crew Wages
Flights
Visa fees
Travel or Medical Insurance is required and you should ask for Recommendation
Gamow Bag
Medication
Tips for porters and mountain crew (20% Industry Standard Recommended)
Personal spending money for souvenirs etc.
Energy food & beverages, alcoholic and soft drinks
Personal hire gear such as trekking poles, sleeping bags, etc.
Important Information
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Not recommended for pregnant travelers
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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The Northern Circuit route is one of the best routes on Kilimanjaro, offering nearly 360 degrees of beautiful scenery including the quiet, rarely visited northern slopes. As the longest route on Kilimanjaro, the Northern Circuit allows for the best acclimatization time and the highest summit success rate, therefore this route is highly recommended.
The route approaches Mount Kilimanjaro from the west, beginning with a long drive from Moshi to Londorossi Gate. From there, the first two days are spent trekking through the rainforest to Shira Ridge, before crossing the Shira Plateau. The route then heads north and circles clockwise from Moir Hut to Buffalo Camp to School Hut, before summiting ...
Highlights
8 days
Offered in German (Deutsch) & 4 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
8 days
Offered in German (Deutsch) & 4 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Drinking water and Full Board Meals
Lunch
Dinner
Gate Transfers
Proper Ration of Mountain crew (Cook & Porters)
Breakfast
Quality Imported Equipments
Kilimanjaro trekking according to the itinerary
All National Park & Hut Fees, Crew Permits and VAT
Complimentary Oxygen Cylinder
Airport Transfers
Portable Private Toilet and Porter
Pre and Post accommodations (2 nights Bed and Breakfast)
Professional, English-speaking Wilderness First Responder & CPR certified Guide
Meals according to the itinerary
Fair and Sustainable Salary Crew Wages
Flights
Visa fees
Travel or Medical Insurance is required and you should ask for Recommendation
Gamow Bag
Medication
Tips for porters and mountain crew (20% Industry Standard Recommended)
Personal spending money for souvenirs etc.
Energy food & beverages, alcoholic and soft drinks
Personal hire gear such as trekking poles, sleeping bags, etc.
Itinerary
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LONDOROSSI GATE(2,100 METERS) STARING POINT (2,389/7838FT ) MTI MKUBWA CAMP(2,785/9137FT)
1 Stop
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Londorossi Gate
Altitude gained: 396m
The Northern Circuit Route begins at Londorossi Gate (2,100 meters) in the West, the same start point as the Lemosho Route. The drive to Londorossi Gate takes approximately two hours from Moshi and considerably longer from Arusha. Registration with the Kilimanjaro National Park authorities occurs at the gate and then you will be driven further up the mountain to the trailhead starting point. Most tour operators serve lunch here before the short first-day trek to MtiMkubwa Camp (2,785 meters) begins. You may get lucky and spot large wildlife like elephant and buffalo that sometimes emerge from the rainforest onto the path as you trek towards your first camp. Dinner will be served when you reach MtiMkubwa Camp.
Distance: ~4.8km / 3 miles
Trekking time: 3-4 hours
Zone: Rainforest
