The Northern Circuit loops almost the entire mountain — Kilimanjaro’s longest itinerary, with outstanding acclimatization and the highest summit success rates.
Drive to the western Londorossi trailhead and trek up through rainforest onto the open Shira Plateau to the first camp.
Meal plan: Full board
A gentle day crossing the vast Shira Plateau, with Kibo rising steadily ahead across the caldera floor.
Meal plan: Full board
Climb high to Lava Tower (4,600m) for acclimatization, then descend to the quiet Moir Hut below the northern slopes.
Meal plan: Full board
Begin the remote northern circuit, traversing rarely-walked slopes with wide views over the plains toward Kenya.
Meal plan: Full board
Continue around the quiet northern flank of Kibo, following gentle ridgelines through high alpine desert.
Meal plan: Full board
Climb steadily toward the summit approach, reaching School Hut high on the eastern side for a short rest before the ascent.
Meal plan: Full board
A pre-dawn ascent via Gilman’s Point to Uhuru Peak (5,895m) at sunrise, then a long descent to Millennium Camp.
Meal plan: Full board
A final forest descent to Mweka Gate and your summit certificate.
Meal plan: Breakfast
We understand every traveller has unique needs, so each itinerary can be tailored to match your preferences, pace, interests, comfort level, and desired exclusivity.
Prices are per person in USD by group size. Optional upgrades: extra hotel nights, private departures, and a safari or Zanzibar extension after your climb.
Prices are per person by group size. Larger groups of 6–8+ are priced lower — just ask for a quote. Excludes international flights, visa, tips and travel insurance.
Classic — quality 4-season tents, full mountain crew, bottled oxygen and twice-daily medical checks.
Premium — everything in Classic, plus spacious walk-in tents and extra crew for maximum comfort on the mountain.
We don’t sell off-the-shelf packages. Every traveller — every couple, family and group of friends — is different, so tell us your dates, your pace and your dream, and we’ll craft a safari that is entirely your own.
