The Northern Circuit is the newest route up Kilimanjaro and also the longest. Because of its length, the Northern Circuit has the highest summit success rate. The route follows the same as the Lemosho Route for the first two days and then veers off to circle around the quieter northern slopes to the east side of the mountain. Northern Circuit approaches the summit via Gilman's Point before descending on the same route as the Machame and Lemosho.
After breakfast and briefing, drive to Londorossi Park Gate (about a 3-hour drive). From here a forest track requiring a 4WD vehicle leads to Lemosho Glades. Walk along forest trails to Mti Mkubwa (big tree) campsite.
Elevation: 1830m/6000ft to 2650m/8700ft
Distance: 6km/4mi
Hiking Time: 2-3 hours
Habitat: Montane Forest
Meals: Lunch and Dinner
After breakfast, we continue as the trail gradually steepens and enters the giant heather moorland zone. After several streams are crossed we continue over the Shira Ridge then gently downwards to Shira 1 camp located by a stream on the Shira Plateau.
Elevation: 2650m/8700ft to 3500m/11,500ft
Distance: 8km/5mi
Hiking Time: 4-5 hours
Habitat: Moorland
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
After breakfast, a gentle hike across the plateau leads to Shira 2 camp on moorland meadows by a stream. We will continue with a trek heading east which passes through the ‘Garden of the Senecios’ and then enters the high alpine desert zone, then you will join the Northern Circuit heading down to Moir Camp.
Elevation: 3500m/11,500ft to 4200m/13780ft
Distance: 14km/8mi
Hiking Time: 6-8 hours
Habitat: Moorland
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinne
Today, we encountered a moderately steep climb out of Moir Valley. We can do an optional hike to the summit of Little Lent Hill at 4,375 meters before returning to the Northern Circuit trail. From here the route follows a series of inclines and declines, skirting around the northern slopes of Kibo to Buffalo Camp.
Elevation: 4200m/13,780ft to 4020m/13,188ft
Distance: 12km/7mi
Walking Time: 5-6 hours
Habitat: High Alpine
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
We start the day with a climb up the Buffalo ridge and down into Porfu Camp where lunch is usually served. The route then continues east around the northern slopes to the Rongai Third Cave. The trek is shorter than the day before and by now you should be feeling well acclimated to the altitude. You will arrive at the Third Cave just around mid-afternoon.
Elevation: 4020m/13,188ft to 3800m/12,467ft
Distance: 8km/5mi
Climbing Time: 5-7 hours
Habitat: High Alpine
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Today involves a steady incline up and over the Saddle which sits between the peaks of Kibo and Mawenzi Peak. Trekkers then continue walking south-west up to School Hut. After arriving at School Hut you will be served an early dinner and then you should get some shut-eye as you will be awoken before midnight to start your summit attempt. Remember to prepare all your gear, including warm clothes, insulated water bottles, snacks, headlamp and camera before going to bed.
Elevation: 3800m/12,467ft to 4800m/15,748ft
Distance: 15km/8mi
Climbing Time: 4-5 hours
Habitat: Alpine Desert
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
You will be awoken around 11:30 with hot tea and biscuits and will then begin the steep incline up the slopes of Kibo under the cover of darkness. Your first check-point is Hans Meyer Cave where you will take a short break. The climb steepens as you approach Gilman’s Point (5,681 meters), which will be around 5-6 hours after departing School Hut. Take a moment to enjoy the approaching dawn and incredible view out and across to Mawenzi Peak, but remember you still have 2 hours trekking to reach Uhuru Peak so dig deep for the energy. The slope flattens as you head west around the crater rim and you should arrive at the summit at or just after sunrise. Your stay here will be brief so get as many pictures as you can of the incredible views and surrounding glaciers. You will then retrace your steps back around the crater rim to Stella Point (5,739 meters) where you will turn south and head down the heavily screed slopes of Kibo to Barafu Camp (4,680 meters). Most trekkers take a short break here before continuing down to Millennium Camp (3,950 meters) for your final night on the mountain. In total you will be trekking for 14-16 hours on day eight so it is important to pace yourself, remain hydrated and keep your blood sugar levels up.
Elevation: 4800m/15,748ft to 5895m/19,340ft
Down to 3950m/12,959ft
Distance: 6km/3.5mi up / 11km/6mi down
Hiking Time: 5-7 hours up / 5-6 hours down
Habitat: Stone scree and ice-capped summit
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
After breakfast we continue the descent down to the Mweka Park Gate to receive your summit certificates. At lower elevations, it can be wet and muddy. Gaiters and trekking poles will help. Shorts and t-shirts will probably be plenty to wear (keep rain gear and warmer clothing handy). Our vehicle will be waiting for you at Mweka gate to drive you back to your hotel in Moshi (around 60 minutes).
Elevation: 3950m/12,959ft to 1680m/5500ft
Distance: 10km/6mi
Hiking Time: 3-4 hours
Habitat: Forest
Meals: Breakfast
El viaje incluye alojamiento para dos noches, la noche anterior a la ascensión y la noche posterior a la ascensión, en caso de que dispongas de algún día más que estará de tu parte.
Durante la ascensión compartiréis tienda 2 personas en cada tienda
si necesitas una tienda individual, ponte en contacto con nosotros)
Nuestros guías del Kilimanjaro tienen mucha experiencia, y la mayoría ha escalado más de 150 veces. Son profesionales que conocen confidencialmente la montaña Todos los guías tienen los certificados "Wilderness First Responder" y "Wilderness First Aid". y además hablan inglés con fluidez.
El menú del Kilimanjaro está diseñado para garantizar que tu ingesta de alimentos se corresponda con tu nivel de esfuerzo. Te proporcionará un buen equilibrio de proteínas, hidratos de carbono, fruta y verdura. Cuando estás en altitud puedes empezar a sentir náuseas y se te puede quitar el apetito, por lo que las comidas preparadas a gran altitud suelen contener más hidratos de carbono y menos proteínas para ayudarte a digerir los alimentos.
Tus cocineros prepararán las comidas en el Kilimanjaro y los porteadores las transportarán.
El menú de un día típico incluirá lo siguiente:
Desayuno
Gachas
Tostadas
Tortitas
Huevos
Salchichas ahumadas
Fruta fresca (piña, melón o naranjas)
Té / café / chocolate caliente
Almuerzo
Bocadillos
Fruta fresca
Huevos duros
Galletas
Zumo de fruta
Cena
Sopa
Pasta / Arroz / Patatas
Pollo / Ternera
Verduras
Ensalada
Fruta fresca
Todos los traslados a la montaña y de vuelta a tu hotel de Moshi
Guías de montaña profesionales y experimentados
Salarios de guías, porteadores, cocineros y tasas del parque
Tiendas de campaña de montaña de calidad, impermeables y para las cuatro estaciones (para compartir con dos personas)
Colchón para dormir
Bombona de oxígeno de emergencia
Todas las comidas durante la estancia en la montaña
Tiendas comedor de calidad con mesa y sillas
Grandes raciones de comida fresca, sana y nutritiva
Agua potable limpia y purificada
Tasas de conservación (parte de las tasas del parque)
Tasas de acampada o cabaña (parte de las tasas del parque)
Tasas de rescate (parte de las tasas del parque)
IVA (18% cobrado por el Gobierno)
Certificado de cumbre del Kilimanjaro
El traslado del aeropuerto del Kilimanjaro al hotel en Moshi y del hotel al aeropuerto no está incluido en el precio, pero podemos organizarlo.
Por lo tanto, la recogida desde el hotel hasta la puerta del Kilimanjaro y la recogida desde la puerta del Kilimanjaro hasta Moshi están incluidas en el precio del paquete.
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