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Private journeys across Tanzania
8-Day Kilimanjaro Northern Circuit Route
Trip Overview
Overview
A guided Kilimanjaro climb planned around a steady ascent, careful acclimatisation and an experienced support crew. Meshuko will tailor the briefing, equipment guidance and hotel transfers to your group.
In Pictures
Photos
The Route
Your Itinerary
Day 1
Londorossi Gate to Mti Mkubwa Camp
Enter the rainforest from the west and meet the mountain crew. Walk at a measured pace with your guide, drink regularly, and use the evening briefing to prepare for the following day.
Lunch, Dinner Mti Mkubwa Camp
Day 2
Mti Mkubwa Camp to Shira 1 Camp
Climb from forest into open moorland. Walk at a measured pace with your guide, drink regularly, and use the evening briefing to prepare for the following day.
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Shira 1 Camp
Day 3
Shira 1 Camp to Shira 2 Camp
Cross the plateau at a measured pace with time to acclimatise. Walk at a measured pace with your guide, drink regularly, and use the evening briefing to prepare for the following day.
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Shira 2 Camp
Day 4
Shira 2 Camp to Lava Tower to Moir Hut
Use a high point near Lava Tower before descending to Moir Hut. Walk at a measured pace with your guide, drink regularly, and use the evening briefing to prepare for the following day.
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Moir Hut
Day 5
Moir Hut to Buffalo Camp
Traverse the quiet northern slopes with wide views toward Kenya. Walk at a measured pace with your guide, drink regularly, and use the evening briefing to prepare for the following day.
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Buffalo Camp
Day 6
Buffalo Camp to Third Cave
Continue the gradual northern traverse and rest at Third Cave. Walk at a measured pace with your guide, drink regularly, and use the evening briefing to prepare for the following day.
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Third Cave Camp
Day 7
Third Cave to School Hut
Approach the final high camp for the summit attempt. Walk at a measured pace with your guide, drink regularly, and use the evening briefing to prepare for the following day.
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner School Hut
Day 8
Uhuru Peak to Mweka Gate
Reach for Uhuru Peak before sunrise and descend via Mweka to the gate. Walk at a measured pace with your guide, drink regularly, and use the evening briefing to prepare for the following day.
Breakfast, Lunch
Logistics
What's Included
Included
- Professional mountain guide and support crew
- Park and rescue fees
- Mountain meals and camping or hut accommodation
- Transfers to and from the gate
- Safety monitoring during the climb
Not Included
- International flights
- Personal climbing gear
- Tips for mountain crew
- Visa and travel insurance
Good To Know
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need technical climbing experience?
No technical climbing is needed, but preparation and a good level of fitness are essential.