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kilimanjaro Northern circuit Route 9 Day

  • 9 Days 8 Nights
  • Max People : 30
  • Jan - Dec Except: April, May, Oct
  • Min Age : 9+
  • Pickup: Airpot

Kilimanjaro  Shira Route: This route is identical to Lemosho but, Lemosho starts at londorossi Gate and treks through the dense forest to Shira one camp. While Shira bypasses this by using a vehicle to transport hikers to shira Gate. hikers begin their climb at 1,1800 feet, though Shira is diverse and attractive but Lemosho route is much Preferable

Departure & Return Location

Arusha / Moshi

Departure Time

30 Min Before Safari

Price Includes

  • Kilimanjaro trekking according to the itinerary
  • Professional, English-speaking guide
  • Mountain crew (cook & porters)
  • Overnight stays in camps or mountain huts
  • Meals according to the itinerary
  • Drinking water
  • All fees and Taxes
  • All mentioned transfers

Price Excludes

  • Flight
  • Alcoholic and soft drinks
  • Visa
  • Tips
  • Personal spending money for souvenirs etc.
  • Travel insurance

Complementaries

  • Umbrella
  • T-Shirt
  • Entrance Fees
When to Climb Mount Kilimanjaro

The best time and month to climb Kilimanjaro tends to be January, February and September, when the weather is warm, the sky is visible and the risk of rain is minimal. June, July, and august are also favorable though its cold season/winter in Tanzania.

March, June, November or December are rainy seasons making it tougher to climb but with proper preparation one can summit to the top.

THE FULL MOON: Targeting the climb during the full moon period is an interesting choice, as during the nights the visibility improves and the moon dangling directly above makes for a spectacular moment when you’re standing on top of the roof of Africa.

Weather on Mount Kilimajaro

Standing in an elevation of 5,785 meters above sea level, Mount Kilimanjaro is 60 km in width (Kilimanjaro is thick yo! that makes it sexy to climb.) and 100 km in length with its own beautiful zonal vegetation. Climatic conditions on Kilimanjaro varies with attitude, from a tropical climate to artic conditions at the summit.

The foothills of Mount Kilimanjaro enjoy summer annually, temperature ranges from 25 to 30C yearlong. At the top temperatures ranges from -10 to -25C. In general, every 200meters you climb temperature drops by 1C.

Kilimanjaro experiences two wet seasons, the long monsoon rains between March and May, and the short rainy season which starts in the middle of October to the end of December. Kilimanjaro base experiences 2000mm of rain compared to 100mm of rain at top(summit).

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Itinerary

Day 1Arusha to Londorrosi GATE to Mti Kubwa Camp.

You will wave goodbye to your comfortable bed and make the drive to Londorossi Gate.

On your way to Londorossi Gate you will have a great opportunity to stop along the way and grab lunch in a nearby local village, and purchase last minute supplies. You will then link up with your Guide and begin hiking through the thick rainforest that covers the lower base of Kilimanjaro.

On your short 3 to four-hour hike to Mti Mkubwa (big tree) Camp, you will come across local wildlife such as the Colobus Monkey so keep your peepers peeled for more along the way.

Day 2Mti Mkubwa Camp Shira 1 Camp

Your Surrounding Changes From Thick Rainforest To Quietly Swaying Grounds Of Savannah Grassland And Gorgeous Heather.

As You Climb Gradually And Pass Over Bubbly Streams Through Some Lovely Country Before You Touch Shira 1 Camp, Where You Will Settle For The Night And Introduce Your Good Looking Naked Peepers To A Shy Sight Of Kibo Glacier.

Day 3Shura 1 Camp to Shira 2 Camp.

Exploring the Shira Plateau will be one of your favorite hobby on your first day of acclimatization and accustoming your body to the attitude.
Easy day for sure, you will only make your way to Shira 2 Camp through sun dappled meadows and the ever amazing and out of this world Senecio Forest.
There will be no dinner and sleep on this day, if you’re that crazy to believe!

Day 4Shira 2 Camp to Lava Tower to Moir Hut.

Right after an energizing breakfast, you will set off for your first goal of the day through the nerve-wracking form of the lava Tower (4,640m).
On this day you will make a diversion from the usual routes and make your way to the secluded Moir Hut for the night, after a 700m climb to Lava Tower.
Short hikes in the nearby hills can be taken for those interested in some extra workout and acclimatization.

Day 5Moire Hut to Buffalo Camp.

On this day you will come across and join with the main Kilimanjaro route, after a moderate steep trek as you make your way to the top of the Lent Hills.

Buffalo Camp will be on awe to see you as you hike easily over rising and falling fields of rock-strewn earth.

Tanzania-Kenya border will amaze you with breathtaking views of extending plains while on Camp.

Day 6Buffalo Camp to Third Cave.

Your day will start by heading up towards buffalo ridge after a good energizing breakfast. This in fact is a wild land, as you will be feeling like the only people on the mountain as you trek through this sparse terrain.

Dinner and overnight will be spent at the northern slopes of Kilimanjaro, after climbing through an isolated valley and windswept landscape.

Day 7Third Cave to School Hut

Today’s hike will involve an upward climb over the saddle between Mawenzi and Kibo glaciers.

You will steadily walk to camp where you will spend the night, today dinner will be early as you will be aiming to summit the following day.

Day 8School Hut to Uhuru Peak to Mweka Camp

Just after midnight our professional guides will wake you up with a cup of tea and a light meal for energy as you dress and get ready for the adventure ahead.

You will be hiking in pitch darkness for 5 to six hours, so take it easy and you will make it to Stella point a few hours before sunrise. From here, there will be additional two hours of extreme hiking before you achieve your ultimate objective: Uhuru Peak.

Standing at 5985 meters you will be able to experience an amazing sunrise and absorb in a spectacular panoramic view. Congratulation you have made it to the roof of Africa.

You will now begin your walk down to Barafu Camp after snapping beautiful shots, where you will break for lunch and celebration.

And after a beautiful and well-earned rest you will continue down to Mweka Camp for dinner and overnight.

Day 9Mweka Camp to Arusha/Moshi

Today is a day of fun, joy and extreme celebration as you will enjoy your final meal on the mountain before you climb down to Mweka Gate

While at Mweka Gate you will again celebrate with your Guides, Potters, and the Cook for the well-deserved climb. Tips are recommended as well.

Your driver will then drive you to your accommodation in either Moshi or Arusha for a well-deserved rest.

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