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Kilimanjaro Trekking - Northern Circuit Route

Starting from INR 275089

Overview Details

9 days
2 to 15
January - December

Description

The Northern Circuit is the newest route on the famous Mount Kilimanjaro and perfect for intrepid adventurers looking for a challenge.

Overview

This is the only route that visits the northern slopes while traversing around nearly the entire mountain. The Northern Circuit is also the longest route on the mountain, in distance and time, making it a difficult route. However, it has the best acclimatization profile which makes it the route with the highest success rate as well. Challenge yourself and be one of the few to experience this unique mountain route. With a high success rate, incredible varied scenery and a very low number of visitors, the Northern Circuit route is certainly one of the best routes to Kilimanjaro. **NOTE:** ♦Child rate applies only when sharing with paying adults ♦Children under 6years must be accompanied by an adult ♦Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking ♦A small amount of walking May involved, carry with you hiking shoes ♦The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions. ♦A Yellow fever vaccination is mandatory when enters Tanzania. ♦Visa are available on arrival. All visa requirements are the sole responsibility of the traveler.

Inclusion

  • - Budget Camping Safari According to the Itinerary - Transportation in a 4×4 safari vehicle – 6/7-Seater Extended Luxury Vehicle. - Professional English, German, French or Spanish-speaking guide (Other Language on request and Availabilities). - Overnight accommodation in Public campsites - Meals according to the itinerary in Full Board Basis. - Mineral water - All national park fees and Entry Fees. - Flying Doctors insurance (AMREF) during the safari - Accommodation before Safari - Airport Transfers - Camping equipments (excluding Sleeping Bag) - Service of Professional english speaking chef

Exclusion

  • - International Flights - Serengeti Balloon safari ($600/person) - Optional activities - Alcoholic and soft drinks - Visa fees - Tips to Driver/Guide ($20/from group/Day) - Tips to Chef ($10/from group/Day) - Personal spending money for souvenirs etc. - Travel insurance - Sleeping bag - Accommodation after Safari (available on request) - Children under 15years receive 75%-Discount

Itinerary

Arrival Day: On your arrival at Kilimanjaro International airport, you will need to get to Immigration office and obtain your visa, then you get out and find our airport team member with signboard under your name, who will pick you to Arusha city approximately 45km, to your Accommodation. You will sit with our director and guide for briefing of your trekking. Elevation: 7,742 ft to 9,498 ft Distance: 6 km/4 miles Hiking Time: 3-4 hours 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.
Elevation: 9,498 ft to 11,500 ft Distance: 8 km/5 miles Hiking Time 5-6 hours Habitat: Heath 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.
Elevation: 11,500 ft to 12,500 ft Distance: 7 km/4 miles Hiking Time: 3-4 hours Habitat: Heath 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.
Elevation: 12,500 ft to 15,190 ft Distance: 7 km/4 miles Hiking Time: 3-4 hours Habitat: Alpine Desert Lava Tower to Moir Hut Elevation: 15,190 ft to 13,580 ft Distance: 7 km/4 miles Hiking Time: 2-3 hours 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.
Elevation: 13,580 ft to 13,200 ft Distance: 12 km/7 miles Hiking Time: 5-7 hours 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.
Elevation: 13,200 ft to 12,700 ft Distance: 8 km/5 miles Hiking Time: 5-7 hours Habitat: Heath 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.
Elevation: 12,700 ft to 15,600 ft Distance: 5 km/3 miles Hiking Time: 4-5 hours 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 an early dinner to prepare for the summit day.
Elevation: 15,600 ft to 19,341 ft Distance: 6 km/4 miles Hiking Time: 6-8 hours Uhuru Peak to Mweka Camp Elevation: 19,341 ft to 10,065 Distance: 12 km/7 miles Hiking Time: 4-6 hours Habitat: Artic Very early in the morning (around midnight), we begin our push to the summit. This is the most mentally and physically challenging portion of the trek. The wind and cold at this elevation and time of day can be extreme. We ascend in the darkness for several hours while taking frequent, but short, breaks. At Gilman’s point (18,600 ft), you will be rewarded with the most magnificent sunrise you are ever likely to see coming over Mawenzi Peak. Finally, we arrive at Uhuru Peak- the highest point on Mount Kilimanjaro and the continent of Africa. From the summit, 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.
Elevation: 10,065 ft to 5,380 ft Distance: 10 km/6 miles Hiking Time: 3-4 hours 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.
After breakfast you will be driven to the Airport for your flight back home or travel to Zanzibar.

Accommodation

  • - As per Itinerary.

Cancellation Policy

Life is unpredictable and we understand that sometimes you have to cancel or change your trip dates and it is our endeavor to make it as easy as possible for you. However, please understand that we plan everything including guide fees, permits, accommodation and ration in advance. Therefore, any cancellation means inconvenience and certain losses to the people involved in various stages of the program. Keeping that in mind, our cancellation charges are as below, - Cancellations prior to 30 days from the start of the event: Full refund as cash. - Cancellations between 30 days and 15 days to the start of the event: 50 % refund as cash. - Cancellations less than 15 days to the start of the event: No refund. - Cancellations will be accepted only by email. Note: We reserve the right to cancel a program before departure in the event of logistical problems arising due to natural calamities, strikes, wars or any other circumstances that make the event inadvisable. In this case, we will refund 50% of the event fees.

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