Kilimanjaro Northern Circuit Route 9 Days Shared Group Summit Cost 2026,2027

9 Days Northern Circuit Shared Group Summit Cost

Price Range from Tanzania

The cost of a 9 Days Northern Circuit shared group climb typically ranges from $2,200 to $3,500 per person depending on group size, season, and level of service (budget or standard group). Larger groups usually pay less per person due to shared logistics such as transport, guides, and porters.

What is Included in the Price?

The package includes all Kilimanjaro National Park fees, camping fees, rescue fees, professional mountain guides, assistant guides, porters, and a cook. It also includes all meals on the mountain, clean drinking water, camping equipment (tents, mattresses, dining tent), and transport from Moshi or Arusha to the trailhead and back.

Basic safety equipment such as oxygen cylinders, first aid kits, and pulse oximeters are also included to ensure safe climbing conditions during the expedition.

What is Excluded from the Price?

Exclusions include international flights, Tanzania visa fees, travel insurance, personal trekking gear (boots, jackets, sleeping bags), tips for guides and porters, alcoholic drinks, and personal expenses such as snacks and laundry.

Day 1: Arrival in Moshi or Arusha

Hotel rest and group briefing

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, climbers are transferred to a hotel in Moshi or Arusha. A full group briefing is conducted covering route details, safety rules, altitude effects, and equipment checks. This day is mainly for rest and preparation before joining the climbing group.

Day 2: Londorossi Gate to Mti Mkubwa Camp

2,100m to 2,800m | 3–4 hours hiking

The trek begins after registration at Londorossi Gate. The trail passes through dense rainforest with rich vegetation, tall trees, and wildlife such as colobus monkeys. The group hikes at a slow pace to allow proper acclimatization before reaching Mti Mkubwa Camp.

Day 3: Mti Mkubwa Camp to Shira 1 Camp

2,800m to 3,500m | 5–6 hours hiking

The forest gradually changes into moorland as the landscape opens up. Climbers get wide views of the Shira Plateau and surrounding volcanic terrain. The pace is steady and controlled to support altitude adaptation before reaching Shira 1 Camp.

Day 4: Shira 1 Camp to Shira 2 Camp

3,500m to 3,900m | 3–5 hours hiking

This is a short acclimatization day across the Shira Plateau. The terrain is open and scenic with minimal elevation gain. Climbers walk slowly while their bodies adjust to thinner air at higher altitude.

Day 5: Shira 2 Camp to Moir Hut

3,900m to 4,200m | 4–6 hours hiking

The trail enters alpine desert conditions with rocky ground and cooler temperatures. Moir Hut is a quiet and remote area, ideal for acclimatization hikes in the afternoon that help improve summit readiness.

Day 6: Moir Hut to Buffalo Camp

4,200m to 4,020m | 5–6 hours hiking

The route follows the remote northern circuit with very few climbers. The scenery includes wide views toward Kenya and Kilimanjaro’s northern glaciers. The up-and-down terrain helps improve acclimatization further.

Day 7: Buffalo Camp to Third Cave Camp

4,020m to 3,870m | 4–5 hours hiking

Climbers continue across quiet high-altitude terrain with colder temperatures and rocky landscapes. The group maintains a steady pace to prepare for the final ascent.

Day 8: Third Cave Camp to School Hut

3,870m to 4,750m | 4–6 hours hiking

This is the final preparation camp before summit night. The team arrives at School Hut, rests early, and receives a final briefing. Gear is checked and climbers prepare mentally for the midnight summit attempt.

Day 9: School Hut to Uhuru Peak to Mweka Gate

4,750m to 5,895m to 1,640m | 12–15 hours hiking

The summit attempt starts around midnight. Climbers ascend slowly through steep volcanic slopes to Stella Point, then continue to Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa. After celebration and photos, the descent continues all the way down to Mweka Gate where certificates are issued.