Duration: 8-day camping trek + 2 nights’ hotel stay
Overview
The Lemosho Route via Northern Circuit is one of the newest and most scenic routes to climb Mount Kilimanjaro. This route offers diverse landscapes and vegetation, spectacular views from all sides of the mountain, and takes you to the quiet and largely untouched northern slopes. The extended duration of the trek gives you ample time to acclimatize, significantly increasing your chances of a successful summit.
Key Details
- Total Duration: 10 days (8 days trekking, 2 days hotel stay)
- Accommodation: Camping during the trek, hotel stays before and after the trek
- Group Size: Private or group joining trek with guaranteed departure dates
- Meals Included: All meals during the trek, breakfast at the hotel
- Difficulty Level: Challenging
- Best Time to Trek: June to October, January to February
Trip Highlights
- Diverse landscapes including rainforest, heath, and alpine desert
- Spectacular views of the mountain from various angles
- Quiet and less crowded northern slopes
- Ample time for acclimatization, increasing summit success rate
- Opportunities to see wildlife and unique flora
Day 1
Kilimanjaro Airport – Arusha
Upon your landing at Kilimanjaro Airport, our transfer driver will warmly welcome you and transport you to the hotel in Arusha. The remainder of the day is yours to savor at your leisure—unwind by the hotel pool or venture into the town of Arusha via taxi for exploration. Later in the afternoon, you will be introduced to a member of our Kilimanjaro team who will provide a comprehensive briefing on your upcoming trek. Dinner and overnight accommodations will be arranged at Mount Meru Hotel or Tulia Hotel.
Day 2
Arusha to Londorossi Gate to Mti Mkubwa Camp
- Drive: After breakfast, drive to Londorossi Gate for registration.
- Hike: Start your trek through the rainforest to Mti Mkubwa Camp.
- Elevation: 2,360m to 2,895m
- Distance: 7 km
- Hiking Time: 3-4 hours
- Habitat: Rainforest
- Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
- Accommodation: Camping at Mti Mkubwa Camp
Day 3
Mti Mkubwa Camp to Shira 1 Camp
- Hike: Continue trekking through the rainforest and then moorland to Shira 1 Camp.
- Elevation: 2,895m to 3,505m
- Distance: 8 km
- Hiking Time: 5-6 hours
- Habitat: Moorland
- Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
- Accommodation: Camping at Shira 1 Camp
Day 4
Shira 1 Camp to Moir Hut
- Hike: Trek across the Shira Plateau, passing Shira Cathedral to Moir Hut.
- Elevation: 3,505m to 4,200m
- Distance: 10 km
- Hiking Time: 5-7 hours
- Habitat: Moorland
- Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
- Accommodation: Camping at Moir Hut
Day 5
Moir Hut to Buffalo Camp
- Hike: Ascend to the northern circuit route to Buffalo Camp.
- Elevation: 4,200m to 4,020m
- Distance: 12 km
- Hiking Time: 5-7 hours
- Habitat: Alpine Desert
- Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
- Accommodation: Camping at Buffalo Camp
Day 6
Buffalo Camp to Third Cave
- Hike: Continue on the northern circuit, trekking to Third Cave.
- Elevation: 4,020m to 3,870m
- Distance: 8 km
- Hiking Time: 4-6 hours
- Habitat: Alpine Desert
- Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
- Accommodation: Camping at Third Cave
Day 7
Third Cave to School Hut
- Hike: Trek from Third Cave to School Hut.
- Elevation: 3,870m to 4,800m
- Distance: 5 km
- Hiking Time: 4-5 hours
- Habitat: Alpine Desert
- Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
- Accommodation: Camping at School Hut
Day 8
School Hut to Uhuru Peak to Mweka Camp
- Summit Attempt: Begin your summit attempt around midnight, reaching Uhuru Peak in the early morning.
- Descent: After celebrating at the summit, descend to Mweka Camp.
- Elevation: 4,800m to 5,895m (summit) then down to 3,100m
- Distance: 14 km (ascent) + 13 km (descent)
- Hiking Time: 10-15 hours total
- Habitat: Arctic (summit), then descending through Alpine Desert and Rainforest
- Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
- Accommodation: Camping at Mweka Camp
Day 9
Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate to Arusha
- Descent: Complete your descent to Mweka Gate.
- Drive: Transfer back to Arusha.
- Elevation: 3,100m to 1,640m
- Distance: 10 km
- Hiking Time: 3-4 hours
- Habitat: Rainforest
- Meals Included: Breakfast and Lunch
- Accommodation: Hotel in Arusha
Day 10
Departure
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- Departure: After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your departure flight.
- Meals Included: Breakfast
Additional Information
- Acclimatization: This route is designed to give you ample time for acclimatization, improving your chances of reaching the summit.
- Gear: Ensure you have appropriate trekking gear, including warm clothing, waterproof gear, and sturdy boots.
- Fitness Level: A good fitness level is required. Training and prior trekking experience are beneficial.
- Inclusions: Professional guides, porters, cooks, all park fees, camping equipment, and meals during the trek.
Booking and Customization
- Contact us to book your trek and customize your itinerary with additional activities such as safaris or cultural tours.
- Suitable for those looking for a challenging trek with stunning views and a high chance of summit success.
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