Meals

Breakfast in the hotel before and after the hike; All meals on the hike. Our Kilimanjaro diet includes energy-rich and highly nutritious meals prepared by our professional high-altitude cooks.A typical diet on Kilimanjaro includes different soups, garnishes, several types of fish and meat, fresh fruit and vegetables; vegetarian/gluten-free/halal options are available at no extra cost; All drinks on the hike (coffee, tea, hot chocolate and water).

Accommodation

One night at Salinero hotel before the expedition and one night after; The hotels have everything for your comfortable stay - caring staff, nice rooms, reliable Wi-Fi, restaurant ); Tented accommodation on Mount Kilimanjaro (modern, comfortable 4-Season tents North Face VE-25 or Almighty Kilimanjaro Tents).

Transport

Pick-up and drop-off at Kilimanjaro International Airport; Transfer to the trailhead - entry gate to Kilimanjaro National Park; Pick-up at the exit from Kilimanjaro National Park and transfer to the hotel;

Others

All park fees collected by the Kilimanjaro National Park ( conservation fees, camping fees, crew fees, vehicle fee, rescue fee and all other fees collected by the Tanzania National Parks Authority). 4-inch (10-cm) thick and comfortable sleeping mats; All group equipment (spacious and comfortable dining tent, camping table and chairs, crockery and cutlery); Oxygen cylinders and oximeters; GPS-tracking service; Complete medical kits.

Guide

Professional guides, licensed by Kilimanjaro National Park. All our guides are the holder of Wilderness First Responder or Wilderness First Aid certifications. All our guides have 10+years of successful mountaineering experience; Dedicated support crew (assistant guides, camp master, porters, cooks, etc.).

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Optional

Other activities and services are not included.

Others

Airline tickets; Visa fee; Personal gear rentals; Tips for the mountain crew . Mountaineering insurance

Flights

Flights are not included.

Insurance

Insurance is not included.

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Day 1 Londorossi Gate To Mti Mkubwa
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Londorossi Gate To Mti Mkubwa

Elevation: 7,742 ft to 9,498 ft

Hiking Time: 3-4 hours

Distance: 6 km | 4 miles

Habitat: Rain Forest

We depart Moshi for Londorossi Gate, which takes about 4 hours, where you will complete entry formalities. Then drive to the Lemosho trailhead. Upon arrival at trailhead, we begin hiking through undisturbed forest which winds to the first camp site.
Day 2 Mti Mkubwa To Shira 1 Camp
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Mti Mkubwa To Shira 1 Camp

Elevation: 9,498 ft to 11,500 ft

Hiking Time: 5-6 hours

Distance: 8 km | 5 miles

Habitat: Health

We continue on the trail leading out of the rain forest and into a savannah of tall grasses, heather and volcanic rock draped with lichen beards. As we ascend through the lush rolling hills and cross several streams, we reach the Shira Ridge before dropping gently down to Shira 1 Camp. Here we catch our first glimpse of Kibo across the plateau.
Day 3 Shira 1 Camp To Shira 2 Camp
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Shira 1 Camp To Shira 2 Camp

Elevation: 11,500 ft to 12,500 ft

Hiking Time: 3-4 hours

Distance: 7 km | 4 miles

Habitat: Health

We explore the Shira Plateau. It is a gentle walk east on moorland meadows towards Shira 2 Camp. The heath zone displays abundant wildflowers and unique Senecio trees.
Day 4 Shira 2 Camp To Lava Tower To Moir Hut
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Shira 2 Camp To Lava Tower To Moir Hut

Shira 2 Camp to Lava Tower

Elevation: 12,500 ft to 15,190 ft

Hiking Time: 3-4 hours

Lava Tower to Moir Hut

Elevation: 15,190 ft to 13,580 ft

Hiking Time: 2-3 hours

Distance: 7 km | 4 miles

Habitat: Alpine Desert

Distance: 6 km | 4 miles

Habitat: Alpine Desert

We continue to the east up a ridge and then head southeast towards the Lava Tower – a 300 ft tall volcanic rock formation. Then we divert from the main trail to Moir Hut, a little used site on the base of Lent Hills. A variety of walks are available on Lent Hills making this an excellent acclimatization opportunity. Shira Plateau is one of the highest plateaus on earth.
Day 5 Moir Hut To Buffalo Camp
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Moir Hut To Buffalo Camp

Elevation: 13,580 ft to 13,200 ft

Hiking Time: 5-7 hours

Distance: 12 km | 7 miles

Habitat: Alpine Desert

We trek out of Moir Valley with a moderately steep climb, then hike to the summit of Lent Hills before returning to the main trail. The path crosses a rock field and gently undulates before reaching Buffalo Camp. This section of the trail offers great views across the plains that lie north of Kilimanjaro and stretch out to the Kenyan/Tanzanian border.
Day 6 Buffalo Camp To Third Cave
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Buffalo Camp To Third Cave

Elevation: 13,200 ft to 12,700 ft

Hiking Time: 5-7 hours

Distance: 8 km | 5 miles

Habitat: Health

As we head up Buffalo Ridge, the terrain becomes increasingly sparse. This route is rarely travelled and we will enjoy its mountain wilderness feel. We trek through remote valleys on to the northern slopes of Kilimanjaro until we arrive at Third Cave.
Day 7 Third Cave To School Hut
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Third Cave To School Hut

Elevation: 12,700 ft to 15,600 ft

Hiking Time: 4-5 hours

Distance: 5 km | 3 miles

Habitat: Alpine Desert

We climb steadily up and over the “Saddle,” which sits between Kibo and Mawenzi. We continue on to our camp, School Hut. Once here we rest, enjoy dinner and prepare for the summit day.
Day 8 School Hut To Uhuru Peak To Crater Camp
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

School Hut To Uhuru Peak To Crater Camp

School Hut to Uhuru Peak

Elevation: 15,600 ft to 19,341 ft

Hiking Time: 6-8 hours

Uhuru Peak to Crater Camp

Elevation: 19,341 ft to 18,865 ft

Hiking Time: 0.5-1 hours

Distance: 6 km | 4 miles

Habitat: Arctic

Distance: 1 km | 0.6 miles

Habitat: Arctic

During normal morning hours, we begin our push to the summit. This is the most mentally and physically challenging portion of the trek. We ascend for several hours at a slow but steady pace while taking frequent, but short, breaks. The trail turns into heavy scree as we make the steep climb to the crater rim. At Gilman’s Point (18,600 ft), we see the summit sign in the distance. We continue the around the crater rim until finally we arrive at Uhuru Peak- the highest point on Mount Kilimanjaro and the continent of Africa.

We then descend a short distance to Crater Camp, where the rest of the staff will join us to set up camp. There is an option to hike to Reutsch Crater and the ash pit, or simply explore the areas around Furtwangler Glacier. Sleeping at this high altitude can be dangerous. Serious AMS can develop if adequate altitude acclimatization has not been achieved so the guides will monitor you very closely.
Day 9 Crater Camp To Mweka Camp
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Crater Camp To Mweka Camp

Elevation: 18,865 ft to 10,065 ft

Hiking Time: 4-6 hours

Distance: 12 km | 7 miles

Habitat: Artic

From Crater Camp, we now make our descent continuing straight down to the Mweka Hut camp site, stopping at Barafu for lunch. The trail is very rocky and can be quite hard on the knees; trekking poles are helpful. Mweka Camp is situated in the upper forest and mist or rain can be expected in the late afternoon. Later in the evening, we enjoy our last dinner on the mountain and a well-earned sleep.
Day 10 Mweka Camp To Mweka Gate
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Mweka Camp To Mweka Gate

Elevation: 10,065 ft to 5,380 ft

Hiking Time: 3-4 hours

Distance: 10 km | 6 miles

Habitat: Rain Forest

On our last day, we continue the descent to Mweka Gate and collect the summit certificates. At lower elevations, it can be wet and muddy. From the gate, we continue another hour to Mweka Village. A vehicle will meet us at Mweka Village to drive us back to the hotel in Moshi.

The price is 3500$ per person

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10 Days Northern Circuit Crater Route

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Itinerary of your trip 10 Days Northern Circuit Crater Route

Londorossi Gate To Mti Mkubwa

Mti Mkubwa To Shira 1 Camp

Shira 1 Camp To Shira 2 Camp

Shira 2 Camp To Lava Tower To Moir Hut

Moir Hut To Buffalo Camp

Buffalo Camp To Third Cave

Third Cave To School Hut

School Hut To Uhuru Peak To Crater Camp

Crater Camp To Mweka Camp

Mweka Camp To Mweka Gate

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