A JOURNEY MADE PERSONAL

Kilimanjaro, The Quiet Northern Circuit

Eleven days including a nine-day northern circuit trek, with a longer approach around Kilimanjaro.
11 days
/ 10 nights
Lemosho — real location photograph

Your journey at a glance

Eleven days including a nine-day northern circuit trek, with a longer approach around Kilimanjaro.

Travel with a mountain team on a proposed route matched to your dates and experience. The programme may change with weather, park arrangements and the guide’s assessment.

DESTINATIONS
FROM
US$ 3,260
Per person

Indicative guide price. Your dates, party size and selected stays determine the final quotation.

Your interests. Your companions. Your pace. We’ll shape the details together.

A few moments to look forward to

Nine trekking days

A longer approach around Kilimanjaro’s northern slopes.

A different perspective

Cross the Shira Plateau before continuing via Moir and the northern circuit.

The School Hut approach

A summit attempt followed by the southern Mweka descent.

Your journey, day by day

A starting point for something personal. Your final itinerary will be shaped around your travel arrangements and preferences.

Tulivu — real location photograph
DAY 1

Welcome to Tanzania

Meet your local team and transfer to your accommodation. Settle in, review the days ahead and leave the rest of the afternoon open to rest after your journey.

YOUR STAY
Tulivu Kilimanjaro Retreat
MEALS
Dinner
Mount Kilimanjaro — Tanzania
DAY 2

The western forest approach

Travel to Kilimanjaro’s western approach, complete park formalities and begin the forest walk towards Mti Mkubwa with your mountain team.

YOUR STAY
Mti Mkubwa / Big Tree Camp
MEALS
Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner
Mount Kilimanjaro — Tanzania
DAY 3

Up to Shira 1

Walk from forest into open moorland on the climb to Shira 1. The views broaden as the route reaches the plateau.

YOUR STAY
Shira 1 Camp
MEALS
Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner
Mount Kilimanjaro — Tanzania
DAY 4

Across to Shira 2

Continue across the Shira Plateau at a measured pace. Settle into Shira 2 with time to rest and discuss the next section with your guide.

YOUR STAY
Shira 2 Camp
MEALS
Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner
Mount Kilimanjaro — Tanzania
DAY 5

Lava Tower to Moir

Cross higher terrain towards Lava Tower before turning onto the northern route to Moir. The day introduces a quieter side of the mountain.

YOUR STAY
Moir Camp
MEALS
Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner
Mount Kilimanjaro — Tanzania
DAY 6

Around the northern slopes

Follow the northern circuit across ridges and valleys towards Buffalo Camp. The route and pace remain responsive to mountain conditions.

YOUR STAY
Buffalo Camp
MEALS
Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner
Mount Kilimanjaro — Tanzania
DAY 7

Towards Third Cave

Continue along Kilimanjaro’s northern side to Third Cave. Enjoy the changing perspective on the mountain and rest after the day’s walk.

YOUR STAY
Third Cave Camp
MEALS
Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner
Mount Kilimanjaro — Tanzania
DAY 8

The approach to School Hut

Walk towards School Hut, your base for the planned summit attempt. Prepare equipment and rest after an early meal and a briefing with your mountain team.

YOUR STAY
School Hut
MEALS
Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner
Mount Kilimanjaro — Tanzania
DAY 9

Summit attempt and the southern descent

Start the summit attempt in the early hours if conditions allow. Descend towards Mweka Camp with your guide, adapting the day to the team’s assessment and guest wellbeing.

YOUR STAY
Mweka Camp
MEALS
Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner
Tulivu — real location photograph
DAY 10

Descend and unwind in Moshi

Complete the descent with your mountain team, then transfer back to Moshi. A hot shower, a proper bed and a relaxed evening bring the mountain chapter to a close.

YOUR STAY
Tulivu Kilimanjaro Retreat
MEALS
Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner
Mount Kilimanjaro — Tanzania
DAY 11

A gentle farewell

Enjoy breakfast before your onward transfer. Departure arrangements will be aligned with your confirmed flight and the route from your final overnight stop.

MEALS
Breakfast

Places to pause along the way

These stays are selected from your day-by-day itinerary. We’ll confirm room categories, meal plans and availability in your personal proposal.

Tulivu — real location photograph
Moshi, Tanzania

Tulivu Kilimanjaro Retreat

Quiet rooms and green surroundings in Moshi, well placed for a restful stay around a Kilimanjaro climb.

A glimpse of the journey

What’s included

  • Mountain guiding and crew arrangements as confirmed in your quotation
  • Mountain camping or shared huts for the selected route
  • Moshi accommodation before and after the trek
  • Meals shown in the day-by-day programme
  • Park fees and transfers as itemised in your final quotation

What’s not included

  • International flights and visa costs
  • Travel insurance, personal purchases and gratuities
  • Optional activities and any services not expressly included
  • Single-room and seasonal supplements where applicable

A little more detail

Indicative guide price in USD per person, based on two adults sharing. Your final quotation depends on travel dates, party size, accommodation availability, transport and confirmed inclusions. Single-room supplements, optional activities and international flights are additional unless expressly included. The itinerary and named stays are proposals, subject to availability. Mountain package costs depend on route duration, crew arrangements and confirmed park fees. Summit success is not guaranteed; comprehensive trekking insurance and equipment requirements will be discussed before booking.

Let’s make this journey yours.

Share your dates and a little about what you have in mind. We’ll help shape the next chapter.