Kilimanjaro Northern Circuit Route

Join us on this Northern Circuit Kilimanjaro climb and discover one of the world’s 7 summits! On this 9-day adventure in Tanzania, we will explore one of the most amazing mountains in the world as we climb to the top of the famous Kilimanjaro.

Kilimanjaro is an emblematic mountain in Tanzania, and at 5,895 m, it is the highest mountain in Africa. There are many ways to tackle this breathtakhing peak, however, the Northern Circuit Kilimanjaro route has the highest summit success rate. It is also the longest route, which allows for the most acclimatization time. The route approaches Mount Kili from the west and departs from Londorosi Gate. The descent is through the Mweka route and ends at the Mweka Gate.

Mt Kilimanjaro Northern Circuit Route (with Reviews)

On this 9-Day adventure, we will have the chance to tackle the Northern Circuit Kilimanjaro route. We will set off with porters, tents and all the necessary equipment and food for the trip. Keep in mind that you will need to have a good fitness level as we will enjoy an average of 3-6 hours of trekking every day and different terrains and climatic conditions. Of course, one of our guides will be there to help you every step of the way.

So, are you ready to tackle the Northern Circuit Kilimanjaro climb? Then book your place now and let’s start planning this unforgettable mountaineering adventure!

Summit Mount Kilimanjaro, one of the seven summits of the world at 19,340′
Navigate Kilimanjaro’s Lemosho Route, the most scenic on the mountain
Cross 6 ecological zones from lush rainforest to the harsh, beautiful arctic zone
Enjoy a 9-day expedition to the summit of Kilimanjaro.
Climb along the new, expansive Northern Circuit Route.
Spend your nights in various campsites during the trip.
Full expert African guides, full of knowledge of the mountain and its environs
Experience Signature Camping! Spacious tents, deluxe comfort, amazing meals and more!
Come and climb the incredible Kilimanjaro Peak in Tanzania via the incredible Northern Circuit over 9 days with one of our certified guides.

Duration: 9 Day Northern Circuit route Kilimanjaro

Difficulty: lowest difficulty level on all the Kilimanjaro Routes.
Scenery: Amazing scenery
Traffic: Low

Success Rate: highest Success Rate which is 98% and approaches from south of Kilimanjaro

Distance: 88km or 53 miles

Number of Climber Per Year: More than 50,000

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Northern Circuit route 9 Days Itinerary, Prices & Dates

The Northern Circuit route is the newest route up Mount Kilimanjaro and arguably the best. That’s because the a combination of all of the best elements of the other routes, rolled into one fantastic hike. If you’re looking for beautiful scenery, plenty of solitude, a healthy challenge, and the potential to spot wildlife, this is definitely the route for you.

The Northern Circuit route follows the same route as Lemosho route for the first few days, but rather than sticking to the south side of Kibo, it turns to the little-used northern trails instead.

Day 0: Arrive in Arusha – Tanzania

After your flight landing on Kilimanjaro International Airport you will meet our transfer guide to the hotel we book for your overnight ready for rest preparing for next day trekking. You will meet our experience mountain guides give you some information and check if you have all essential equipments. After that conntinous relaxing at your hotel. BDB is included

Day 1. Arusha to Londorossi Gate to Mti Mkubwa /Forest Camp

After breakfast in your hotel you will be given an overall briefing from your guide. At 9am you will be met by our staff, who will drive you several hours to the Western side of Mt. Kilimanjaro and to the Londrossi Gate, where our guides and porters will prepare and pack the equipment and supplies Once at the gate you will be given a packed lunch and after registration with the Kilimanjaro Park office, we will drive for another 45mins to Lemosho Glades where your trek will begin with ascending into the rainforest.

You will ascend for approx. 3 hours in dense rain forest which could be very wet and muddy so be ready with your gaiters and trekking poles. Climbing elevation 7,742 ft to 9,498 ft, 4 miles, approx. 3-4 hours. During the trek we will have a break and you can enjoy the rest your packed lunch. We will reach the Mti Mkubwa Camp also known as ‘Big Tree’ Camp in late afternoon. After arrival, you will be taken to your camp and tent which has already been set up by the porters who ran ahead, where you will be greeted with boiled drinking water and hot washing water. Once you have freshened up and settled in, a hot dinner will be served in the mess-tent..