9-day Northern Circuit trek

introductory day: 

• I will meet you at the appointed place, and then we need to check in at Chanya Lodge B&B in Moshi. Later, our group will hold a meeting at which we will answer all your questions and outline the main organizational points. 

Day 1: 

• We're leaving Moshi and driving for about 45 minutes to reach Kilimanjaro National Park. We'll pass through numerous small settlements and villages on the way. 
• Once we arrive, we'll need to wait for our group to be allowed to climb as there will be a lot of people attempting to conquer Kilimanjaro. 
• During the journey, I'll share interesting information about the local flora, fauna, rare animals, and wildlife. It can be very slippery and muddy at higher elevations

Day 2: 

• After a good night's sleep, we will have a hearty breakfast before leaving the tropical jungle and continuing our ascent. The trail starts to incline as we make our way to the edge of the Shira Plateau, where we can enjoy breathtaking views. During this section, the temperature gradually drops.

Day 3: 

• On this day, we conquer one of the highest plateaus in the world, by hiking from Camp Shira I to Camp Shira II. 
• While the climb requires some effort, the reward is a breathtaking view of the valley and the western fault of Kilimanjaro. Expect even lower temperatures on the plateau.

Day 4: 

• After breakfast we will start our day. Although we'll be at the same altitude as the previous day, it's important to follow all the steps of our team for smoother acclimatization.
• We're now moving east from the Shira Plateau, crossing the Kibo Peak fork and heading southeast towards the Lava Tower. From there, we'll descend to the Barranco camp where we'll rest and spend the night.

Day 5: 

• On the 5th day, we will face a steep ascent in the Moir Valley. Those interested can extend the route to climb at the altitude of 4375m. 
• We then return to the Northern Range trail, where the path includes several ups and downs before reaching the Buffalo camp. Throughout the journey, we'll have stunning views of the plains north of Kilimanjaro, stretching all the way to the Kenyan-Tanzanian border.
• We'll arrive at the Buffalo camp around noon, where we'll have lunch and rest.

Day 6: 

• A new day means new challenges: we climb the Buffalo Range before heading to Pofu camp for a hearty lunch. 
• By day 6, you'll have acclimatized quite well, making the ascent easier from here on out.

Day 7: 

• We'll need to climb through two mountain peaks – Mavenzi and Kibo. 
• Today, we'll head southwest towards the School Hut, where we'll have an earlier dinner and rest. 
• As we'll begin our ascent at night, it's essential to prepare everything in advance, including water bottles, clothes, food, flashlights, and other equipment.

Day 8: 

• This is the most challenging and crucial day of our ascent. We'll start climbing at midnight, passing between two glaciers and heading northwest towards the Stella Point. A short rest at the top will give us the chance to witness the breathtaking sunrise, and if we're quick enough, we may even catch it from the summit. 
• Only an hour left until we conquer Uhuru Peak, where the temperature is freezing and the snow is everywhere. After that, we'll have a long descent to the Mweka camp, stopping for lunch at Barafu.
• This is our final night in the high mountains, spent resting at the Mweka camp.

Day 9: 

• After breakfast and a team ceremony, we descend to the Mweka Gate to receive a climbing certificate. The trail becomes slippery, so we use leggings and trekking poles.
• A car will take us to the hotel in Moshi in about 30 minutes. Enjoy the comforts of civilization, hot showers, and rest at the B&B at Chanya Lodge. You can choose to either go home or on a new tour to Zanzibar!

Departure day:

• The journey comes to an end; you will be escorted to the Kilimanjaro airport or any other place you need.