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Tanzania · Trekking
The journey
Embark on a 6-day Kilimanjaro adventure along the Northern Circuit, renowned for its panoramic views, diverse landscapes, and fewer crowds. Begin your journey in lush rainforests alive with wildlife, ascend through rolling alpine heathlands, and cross striking high-altitude desert terrain. Experience the beauty of the remote northern slopes with their sweeping vistas before making the final push to Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa.
Witness sunrise over Mawenzi Peak.
From the itinerary
At a glance
Day by day
Leisure time to relax or explore the town (taxi required).
Evening trek briefing, dinner, and overnight stay.
Trek through lush montane rainforest with unique flora and wildlife.
Arrive at Mandara Hut after 4-5 hours of hiking.
Hiking Time: 4-5 hours | Distance: 7 km | Altitude: 1,830 m to 2,740 m | Environment: Rainforest
Pass giant heather and enter the moorland zone.
Reach Horombo Hut after 5-6 hours of hiking.
Hiking Time: 5-6 hours | Distance: 11 km | Altitude: 2,740 m to 3,700 m | Environment: Moorland
Skirt Mawenzi Peak and cross the alpine desert saddle.
Arrive at Kibo Hut for rest before the summit attempt.
Hiking Time: 6-7 hours | Distance: 10 km | Altitude: 3,700 m to 4,695 m | Environment: Semi-Desert
Witness sunrise over Mawenzi Peak.
Continue along the crater rim to Uhuru Peak (5,895 m).
Descend to Kibo Hut for rest, then continue to Horombo Hut.
Hiking Time: 11-15 hours | Distance: 18.5 km | Altitude: 4,695 m to 5,895 m (summit) to 3,700 m | Environment: Alpine Desert to Moorland
Collect summit certificates at Marangu Gate.
Transfer back to Moshi for celebration and rest.
Hiking Time: 6-7 hours | Distance: 18 km | Altitude: 3,700 m to 1,830 m | Environment: Rainforest
Where this trip takes you
Uhuru Peak, Mawenzi Peak, Kibo Hut, Mandara Hut
The route
The fine print
Stay for two nights in a hotel; the first night includes bed and breakfast, and the last night also includes bed and breakfast.
Benefit from all park fees, including 18% VAT.
Receive three meals per day with drinking water while on the mountain (breakfast, lunch, and dinner).
Support fair salaries for porters, cook, and guide.
Cover hut fees during the trek.
Sleep on a high-quality 4-inch sleeping mattress.
Use a pulse oximeter to monitor oxygen levels and heart rate.
Access an oxygen cylinder for emergency use.
Ensure fair wages for the mountain crew as approved by Kilimanjaro National Park Authority (KINAPA) and Kilimanjaro Association of Tour Operators (KIATO).
Receive a personal summit certificate stamped and signed by the National Park and your guide.
Logistics
Your 6 days finish where they began, in Moshi.
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