9 Days Northern Circuit Route

This Kilimanjaro Mountain Trekking Program covers various routes for di erent experiences
and timeframes. The LEMOSHO and Umbwe Northern Circuit o ers a longer, more scenic trek
for acclimatization. with MACHAME being slightly more demanding and MARANGU o ering an
easier option with huts for accommodation. Each route can be customized based on your
pace and preferences.

Northern Circuit (Lemosho 9 Days)
The Northern Circuit is one of the longest and most scenic routes on Mount Kilimanjaro, and
it provides excellent acclimatization opportunities.

Day 1: Arrival in Moshi
Arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, transfer to your hotel in Moshi.
Overnight: Rest and acclimatization.

Day 2: Lemosho Gate (2,100m) to Mti Mkubwa Camp (2,750m)
Hiking Time: 4 hours
Route Description: Start from Lemosho Gate and trek through dense rainforest, enjoying the
biodiversity along the way.

Day 3: Mti Mkubwa Camp to Shira 1 Camp (3,600m)
Hiking Time: 5-6 hours
Route Description: Continue ascending, leaving the rainforest and moving into the moorland
zone.
Overnight: Shira 1 Camp.

Day 4: Shira 1 Camp to Shira 2 Camp (3,800m)
Hiking Time: 5 hours
Route Description: A short day for acclimatization, trekking across the Shira Plateau to Shira 2
Camp.
Overnight: Shira 2 Camp.

Day 5: Shira 2 Camp to Moir Hut (4,200m)
Hiking Time: 5-6 hours
Route Description: Enjoy a scenic trek through the highlands. Moir Hut is a great stop to get
acclimatized to the altitude.
Overnight: Moir Hut.

Day 6: Moir Hut to Pofu Camp (4,000m)
Hiking Time: 6 hours
Route Description: Continue the trek across the beautiful highland landscape.
Overnight: Pofu Camp.

Day 7: Pofu Camp to 3rd Cave Camp (3850m)
Hiking Time: 4 hours
Route Description: Trek to the 3rd Cave, which o ers a great viewpoint of the mountain.
Overnight: 3rd Cave Camp.

Day 8: 3rd Cave Camp to Kibo Hut (4,700m)
Hiking Time: 4 hours
Route Description: Ascend to Kibo Hut, the last stop before the summit. Prepare for the
summit ascent the following night.
Overnight: Kibo Hut.

Day 9: Kibo Hut to Uhuru Peak (5,895m) and descend to Millennium Camp (3,800m)
Summit Day:
Midnight: Begin the summit trek from Kibo Hut to Uhuru Peak (the highest point).
After summiting, descend to Millennium Camp.
Hiking Time: 12 hours (Summit day).
Overnight: Millennium Camp.

Day 10: Millennium Camp to Mweka Gate (1,640m)
Hiking Time: 4/5 hours
Route Description: Complete the descent to Mweka Gate.
Celebration: Receive your summit certificate and transfer to your hotel in Moshi.