| 3 Days | $1250 /person | Free Cancellation |
Tour Description
Embark on an exhilarating 8-day trek along Kilimanjaro's Northern Circuit, an unparalleled journey through varied landscapes and challenging terrains. Beginning at Kilimanjaro Airport, the trek takes you through diverse vegetation zones, offering breathtaking panoramas and a true test of physical and mental endurance.
Price Includes
- Sleeping bag or bed linen
- Rescue fee
- Park fees
- A professional driver/guide
- Meals (as specified in the day-by-day description)
- All accommodation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional upgrade)
- Camping equipment (only sleeping bag/bed linen may be listed as excluded)
- All transportation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
- All Taxes/VAT
Price Excludes
- All flights during the tour
- International flights to/from the start/end of the tour
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Tips: tipping guideline
- Personal items
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Tour Itinerary
Day 1 - Moshi to Londorossi Gate to Big Tree Camp
The journey starts at Moshi, leading to the Londorossi Gate. Trekking begins through lush rainforests with a variety of flora, including ancient trees and vibrant foliage. Temperature: 20°C. Height: 2,360 meters. Distance: 32 km.
Accommodation: Big Tree (Mti Mkubwa) Campsite
Day 2 - Mti Mkubwa to Shira 1 Camp
Traverse through the giant heather zone, witnessing stunning vistas and encountering unique plant species. Temperature: 15°C. Height: 3,500 meters. Distance: 12 km.
Accommodation: Shira 1 Campsite
Day 3 - Shira 1 Camp to Lava Tower to Moir Hut
Ascend to Lava Tower, passing through the alpine desert zone with sparse vegetation and surreal rock formations. Temperature: 10°C. Height: 4,200 meters. Distance: 10 km.
Accommodation: Moir Hut Campsite
Day 4 - Moir Hut to Buffalo Camp
Explore the rugged terrain characterized by high altitude moorland, spotting wildlife like buffalo and encountering dramatic landscapes. Temperature: 5°C. Height: 4,020 meters. Distance: 15 km.
Accommodation: Buffalo Campsite
Day 5 - Buffalo Camp to Third Cave
Descend through open grasslands and traverse diverse terrain, enjoying views of valleys and surrounding peaks. Temperature: 8°C. Height: 3,900 meters. Distance: 18 km.
Accommodation: Third Cave Campsite
Day 6 - Third Cave to School Hut
Approach the School Hut, passing through the arctic zone with its unique alpine desert features and challenges. Temperature: 3°C. Height: 4,600 meters. Distance: 14 km.
Accommodation: School Hut Campsite
Day 7 - School Hut Camp To Uhuru peak To Mweka camp
Summit day! Ascend to Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa, experiencing surreal landscapes and a sense of accomplishment. Descend to Mweka Camp for a well-deserved rest. Temperature: -5°C to 20°C. Height: 5,895 meters. Distance: 24 km.
Accommodation: Mweka Campsite
Day 8 - Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate Back to Moshi/Arusha
Descend through lush rainforests, completing the trek at Mweka Gate. Transfer back to Moshi/Arusha for departure.
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Burigi Chato Safaris CO LTD
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Helena
April 25, 2022 at 10:46 am
Take in the iconic skyline and visit the neighbourhood hangouts that you've only ever seen on TV. Take in the iconic skyline and visit the neighbourhood.
Helena
April 25, 2022 at 10:46 am
Take in the iconic skyline and visit the neighbourhood hangouts that you've only ever seen on TV. Take in the iconic skyline and visit the neighbourhood.