Londorossi Gate
2,250m — trailhead via Lemosho
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Kilimanjaro Northern Circuit Route
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9 Days
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Camping
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Private 4×4 Safari
Your Tanzania safari at a glance
The Northern Circuit is Kilimanjaro's newest and longest official route, tracking around the mountain's remote northern slopes — the side seen by almost no other route — before joining the standard summit push near School Hut. The extra days on the mountain give it the best acclimatisation profile and highest documented summit success rate of any Kilimanjaro route, at the cost of simply taking longer than the more direct lines.
Londorossi Gate
→
Moir Hut
→
Third Cave Camp
→
School Hut
→
Uhuru Peak
→
Mweka Gate
Destinations Visited
Moir Hut
4,200m — Northern Circuit branch
Third Cave Camp
Northern traverse
School Hut
4,700m — rejoins standard route
Uhuru Peak
5,895m — summit
Safari Highlights
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Londorossi Gate to Mti Mkubwa
Enter via the Lemosho trailhead and trek through montane forest from Londorossi Gate (2,250m) to Mti Mkubwa (Forest…
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Mti Mkubwa to Shira 1 Camp
Climb out of the forest onto the Shira Plateau, reaching Shira 1 Camp (3,505m) with open views of…
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Shira 1 to Moir Hut
Cross the plateau and branch north off the standard route toward Moir Hut (4,200m), the gateway to the…
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Moir Hut to Buffalo Camp
Begin the Northern Circuit traverse itself, crossing quiet high moorland to Buffalo Camp with rarely-seen views toward Kenya.
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Buffalo Camp to Third Cave Camp
Continue the circuit around the mountain’s northern and eastern flanks to Third Cave Camp, gaining altitude gradually for…
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Third Cave Camp to School Hut
Climb to School Hut (4,700m), rejoining the standard route just below the summit, ready for the night ascent.
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Enter via the Lemosho trailhead and trek through montane forest from Londorossi Gate (2,250m) to Mti Mkubwa (Forest Camp).
Accommodation: Mti Mkubwa Camp · Full Board
Climb out of the forest onto the Shira Plateau, reaching Shira 1 Camp (3,505m) with open views of the summit.
Accommodation: Shira 1 Camp · Full Board
Cross the plateau and branch north off the standard route toward Moir Hut (4,200m), the gateway to the Northern Circuit proper.
Accommodation: Moir Hut · Full Board
Begin the Northern Circuit traverse itself, crossing quiet high moorland to Buffalo Camp with rarely-seen views toward Kenya.
Accommodation: Buffalo Camp · Full Board
Continue the circuit around the mountain’s northern and eastern flanks to Third Cave Camp, gaining altitude gradually for acclimatisation.
Accommodation: Third Cave Camp · Full Board
Climb to School Hut (4,700m), rejoining the standard route just below the summit, ready for the night ascent.
Accommodation: School Hut · Full Board
A midnight ascent via Stella Point to Uhuru Peak (5,895m), then descend all the way to Mweka Camp.
Accommodation: Mweka Camp · Full Board
Descend through the forest to Mweka Gate, receive your summit certificate, and transfer to your hotel.
Accommodation: Moshi/Arusha hotel · Breakfast & Lunch
A built-in contingency day in case of weather delays higher on the mountain, or an early transfer for onward travel.
Accommodation: Own arrangement · Breakfast
Where You’ll Stay
Camping properties are matched to your route and dates. The accommodation photo for each day is managed separately from its itinerary image.
Day 1
Mti Mkubwa Camp
Meals
Full Board
Day 2
Shira 1 Camp
Meals
Full Board
Day 3
Moir Hut
Meals
Full Board
Day 4
Buffalo Camp
Meals
Full Board
Day 5
Third Cave Camp
Meals
Full Board
Day 6
School Hut
Meals
Full Board
Day 7
Mweka Camp
Meals
Full Board
Day 8
Moshi/Arusha hotel
Meals
Breakfast & Lunch
Day 9
Own arrangement
Meals
Breakfast
Safari Pricing
Price per person
$3,500
Your exact quote depends on travel dates, group size and accommodation level.
What’s Included
✓ Included
- Park entry, camping and rescue fees
- Professional mountain guide, porters and cook
- All meals on the mountain
- Camping equipment — tents, mattresses, mess tent
- Transfers between Arusha/Moshi and the trailhead
- Pre-climb briefing and equipment check
✕ Not Included
- International flights and Tanzania visa fees
- Tips for the mountain crew
- Personal trekking gear and sleeping bag rental
- Travel, medical and evacuation insurance
- Accommodation before/after the climb (unless noted)
- Optional oxygen or private toilet tent
Exact accommodation, meal plan and final pricing are confirmed with you at booking.
What to Pack for Safari & Tours
Clothing
- Lightweight neutral layers
- Warm jacket
- Sun hat
Footwear
- Walking shoes
- Sandals
- Spare socks
Gear & Essentials
- Binoculars and camera
- Water bottle
- Power bank
Health & Personal
- Sunscreen
- Insect repellent
- Personal medication
What Our Guests Say
★★★★★
“Benni praised the modern tents, welcoming staff and Hamidu’s dedication to finding strong wildlife-photography opportunities.”
Benni H · June 14, 2025 · TripAdvisorView source ↗
★★★★★
“Sonja enjoyed a flexible custom six-day tour and recommended Hamidu for his punctuality, calm manner and wildlife knowledge.”
Sonja · July 10, 2025 · TripAdvisorView source ↗
★★★★★
“Serafina highlighted Hamidu’s friendly expertise and an itinerary covering Tarangire, Ngorongoro and Lake Eyasi, including a meaningful Hadzabe visit.”
Serafina F · July 20, 2025 · TripAdvisorView source ↗
Good to Know
The planned journey follows Londorossi Gate, Moir Hut, Third Cave Camp, School Hut, Uhuru Peak, Mweka Gate. The exact driving order may be adjusted when wildlife conditions or park logistics make another sequence more rewarding.
This package is designed around Camping accommodation. The named properties remain subject to availability, and comparable alternatives are confirmed with you before booking.
The starting price is per person based on the sharing arrangement shown on this page. Core inclusions currently include Park entry, camping and rescue fees, Professional mountain guide, porters and cook, All meals on the mountain, Camping equipment — tents, mattresses, mess tent. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and room configuration.
Items normally paid separately include International flights and Tanzania visa fees, Tips for the mountain crew, Personal trekking gear and sleeping bag rental, Travel, medical and evacuation insurance. Your final proposal clearly identifies every included and excluded service before payment.
Yes. We can adjust the pace, accommodation level, activities and route around your dates, interests, party size and budget while preserving realistic travel times.
A Tanzania safari specialist reviews your details, checks current availability and replies with a tailored itinerary and quotation. You can request revisions before confirming.
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