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9 Day

9-Day Northern Circuit Route Trek – Kilimanjaro Climb

The Northern Circuit Route is the longest and most scenic route on Mount Kilimanjaro with the best acclimatization profile and high summit success rate

DEPART ANY DAY OF THE YEAR

Anchor 1

Day 1

Arrival in Arusha

· Airport pickup and transfer to hotel

· Trek briefing and preparation

Meals: Dinner Accommodation: Hotel in Arusha

Day 2

Londorossi Gate to Mti Mkubwa Camp

· Trek through rainforest

· Wildlife and bird viewing opportunities

Altitude: 2,100m to 2,750m Hiking Time: 3–4 Hours Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Accommodation: Mti Mkubwa Camp

Day 3

Mti Mkubwa Camp to Shira 1 Camp

· Trek through moorland vegetation

· Beautiful views across Shira Plateau

Altitude: 2,750m to 3,500m Hiking Time: 5–6 Hours Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Accommodation: Shira 1 Camp

Day 4

Shira 1 Camp to Moir Hut

· Cross Shira Plateau

· Explore Lent Hills for acclimatization

Altitude: 3,500m to 4,200m Hiking Time: 5–7 Hours Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Accommodation: Moir Hut

Day 5

Moir Hut to Buffalo Camp

· Trek around the northern slopes

· Quiet and remote wilderness experience

Altitude: 4,200m to 4,020m Hiking Time: 5–7 Hours Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Accommodation: Buffalo Camp

Day 6

Buffalo Camp to Rongai Third Cave Camp

· Continue around northern circuit

· Spectacular panoramic scenery

Altitude: 4,020m to 3,800m Hiking Time: 5–7 Hours Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Accommodation: Third Cave Camp

Day 7

Third Cave Camp to School Hut

· Trek to School Hut

· Final preparation for summit attempt

Altitude: 3,800m to 4,800m Hiking Time: 4–5 Hours Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Accommodation: School Hut

Day 8

Summit Day & Descent to Millennium Camp

· Midnight summit climb to Uhuru Peak

· Descend via Mweka Route

· Arrive at Millennium Camp

Altitude: 4,800m to 5,895m to 3,820m Hiking Time: 10–14 Hours Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Accommodation: Millennium Camp

Day 9

Millennium Camp to Mweka Gate & Return to Arusha

· Final descent through rainforest

· Receive summit certificates

· Transfer back to Arusha

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch Accommodation: Hotel (Optional)

INCLUDED

· Kilimanjaro National Park entrance fees

· Professional mountain guides

· Porters and cook

· Rescue fees

· Camping equipment

· Mountain tents and sleeping arrangements

· All meals during the trek

· Drinking water

· Airport transfers

· Accommodation before and after trek

· Government taxes and permits

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100% refund – at least 120 days before the start of the trip

50% refund – at least 90 days before the start of the trip

0% refund – less than 60 days before the start of the trip

 

Why? Because the camps and lodges where you will be staying have strict or non-refundable cancellation policies.

CANCELLATION POLICY

EXCLUDED

· International flights

· Visa fees

· Travel insurance

· Personal trekking gear

· Sleeping bag

· Tips for guides, porters, and cook

· Personal expenses

· Alcoholic and soft drinks

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To reserve the trip, we require 50 % down payment by bank transfer or credit card. The 2nd payment of 50 % has to be paid 3 months before the start of the trip.

 

Bank Transfer costs have to be covered by the payee. 3% credit card processing fee will apply to all card payments.

PAYMENT CONDITIONS

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