9 Days Northern Circuit or Grand Traverse Route
Description
Introduction:
This is known both as the Northern Circuit or Grand Traverse Route. This route starts on the western side of the mountain then winds around the north side before ascending up to Uhuru Peak from the east. The descent is down the Mweka Route. We look for this route to become increasingly popular with its good opportunity for acclimatization and scenic beauty. Right now this route is not crowded. This itinerary is offered as a private trek only (the 8 days variation is offered as an open group though).
Highlights
| Highest Point | 5895 m / 19340 ft |
| Trail Access | Lemosho gate via. Moshi Town |
| Group Size | Min 1 to Max 10Pax |
| Highlights | Kilimanjaro Summit, Icefields, Mawenzi Peak, Unique Flora |
| Trek Duration Options | 9 Days Trekking |
Itinerary
Day 1 Moshi Town – Londorossi Park Gate - Mti Mkubwa
Moshi Town – Londorossi Park Gate - Mti Mkubwa
After breakfast, drive from Moshi to the Londorosi Park Gate, elevation 7’300 ft. The drive is about 5 hours. Continue driving up towards to the Gate after registration, you will drive back from Londorosi park gate to Starting point where you will start your hike to the First Cap which is Big Tree, “Mti Mkubwa” campsite.
Dinner and overnight at Big Tree, “Mti Mkubwa” campsite.
Day 2 Mti Mkubwa Camp – Shira 1 Camp
Mti Mkubwa Camp – Shira 1 Camp
Begins the hike at around 08:00am from Big Tree “Mti Mkubwa” camp to Shira 1 campsite, elevation of 12’500ft.
Dinner and briefing you will overnight at Shira 1 Campsite
Day 3 Shira 1 Camp - Shira 2 Camp
Shira 1 Camp - Shira 2 Camp
Day 4 Shira 2 Camp - Lava Tower - Moir Camp
Shira 2 Camp - Lava Tower - Moir Camp
Day 5 Moir Camp - Buffalo {POFU} Camp
Moir Camp - Buffalo{POFU} Camp
Day 6 Buffalo Camp - Third Cave Camp
Buffalo Camp - Third Cave Camp
Day 7 Third Cave Camp - School Hut Camp
Third Cave Camp - School Hut Camp
Day 7 Third Cave Camp - School Hut Camp
Third Cave Camp - School Hut Camp
Day 8 School Hut Camp - Uhuru Peak - Millenium Camp
School Hut Camp - Uhuru Peak - Millenium Camp
Day 9 Millenium Camp - Moshi
Millenium Camp - Moshi
Price Includes
- Accommodation while trekking*
- Quality, waterproof, four-season private mountain sleeping tents
- All Park fees
- Rescue fees
- All meals while on the Mountain
- Fully-licensed, English-speaking mountain guide
- Porter service on the trek
- First aid kit
- Trip completion certificate
- Farewell Dinner
Price Excludes
- Tip for the guide
- Flights costs/fares
- Travel insurance
- Extra Personal items
- Soda and Alcoholic beverages
- Extra activities
- Personal expenses (drinks, Internet, visa, etc.)
Rates
| 1 Pax | 2 Pax | 3 Pax | 4 Pax | 5 Pax | 6 Pax + |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3604 US$ | 3135 US$ | 2910 US$ | 2827 US$ | 2792 US$ | 2556 US$ |
