Upon arrival, you will be welcomed by a Nano Africa Safaris representative and transferred to your hotel. Enjoy comfortable rooms, hot showers, Wi-Fi, and a swimming pool, along with polite and friendly service.

In the evening, attend a pre-climb briefing to review your itinerary, gear, and preparations for the ascent.

Important Notes:

• Shared airport transfers included for group packages

• Additional individual transfers may incur extra charges

• Hotel check-in begins at 2:00 PM

Marangu Route – Day 2

After breakfast, meet your guide and mountain support crew for a briefing, then travel by vehicle to Marangu Gate (1,860 m / 6,102 ft). Complete registration and obtain your climbing permits before beginning your trek.

You will ascend through the rainforest, where tropical showers are common, arriving at Mandara Hut (2,720 m / 8,922 ft). Here, your support crew will prepare lunch, set up the hut, and ensure your comfort.

Tips for Your First High-Altitude Night:

• Drink over 4 liters of water daily, in small frequent sips

• Consider high-altitude aid medicine to reduce symptoms of altitude sickness

• Report any nausea, headache, or discomfort to your guide

Trekking Time: 5–6 hours
Distance: 11 km (6.8 miles)
Accommodation: Mountain huts

Northern Circuit – Day 3

Today’s trek involves a gentle altitude gain as you cross the expansive Shira Plateau, surrounded by unique alpine vegetation and wide-open landscapes. On clear days, you may enjoy views of Mount Meru in the distance.

After lunch and a rest at Shira 2 Camp, you’ll take an optional acclimatization hike toward Lava Tower before returning to camp for dinner.

Main Trekking Time: 3–4 hours
Distance: 7 km (4.3 miles)

Acclimatization Hike:

• Elevation gain: from 3,850 m (12,631 ft) to 4,110 m (13,484 ft)

• Distance: 2 km (1.2 miles)

• Time: 1–2 hours

Northern Circuit – Day 4

After breakfast, you will trek toward Lava Tower (4,600 m / 15,088 ft), an important acclimatization point. This day may feel more demanding due to altitude gain, so lunch is enjoyed at Lava Tower to allow your body time to adjust.

Afterward, the trail climbs slightly higher before descending into the remote Moir Valley, where you will spend the night at Moir Hut Camp.

Trekking Time: 5–7 hours
Distance: 14 km (8.7 miles)

Northern Circuit – Day 5

This is a long but relatively easy trekking day. You will climb out of Moir Valley and begin traversing Kilimanjaro’s remote northern slopes, an area rarely visited by other climbers.

The route offers stunning views toward Kenya’s Tsavo and Amboseli plains, making this one of the most scenic days of the trek.

Trekking Time: 5–7 hours
Distance: 12 km (7.4 miles)

Northern Circuit – Day 6

Today’s trek is shorter and less demanding. You will continue along the northern slope before arriving at 3rd Cave Camp, where the Northern Circuit connects with the Rongai Route.

By this stage, your body should be well acclimatized, contributing to improved comfort and energy levels.

Trekking Time: 4–6 hours
Distance: 8 km (4.9 miles)

Northern Circuit – Day 7

You will trek toward School Hut (4,800 m / 15,744 ft), the final base camp before the summit attempt. While the trek is not technically difficult, maintaining a slow and steady pace is essential.

Upon arrival, you will rest, hydrate, and prepare for the midnight summit push.

Trekking Time: 4–5 hours
Distance: 5 km (3.1 miles)

Northern Circuit – Day 8

Around midnight, you will begin the ascent to Uhuru Peak (5,895 m / 19,336 ft). For safety, one guide is assigned to every two climbers, ensuring close health monitoring throughout the ascent.

After reaching the summit and celebrating your achievement, you will descend to Barafu Camp for a short rest and lunch before continuing down to Millennium Camp (3,950 m / 12,956 ft).

Trekking Time: 10–13 hours
Distance: 16 km (9.9 miles)

Safety Note:
Most accidents occur during descent—careful footing is essential.

Northern Circuit – Day 9

After breakfast, you will descend through lush rainforest to Mweka Gate (1,640 m / 5,379 ft). After signing out of the park, you will receive your Kilimanjaro summit certificates at our office.

A transfer back to your hotel follows, where you can relax and celebrate your achievement.

Trekking Time: 4–5 hours
Distance: 12 km (7.4 miles)

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before your transfer to the airport for your onward journey.

Important Note:

• Hotel check-out is at 11:00 AM

• Late check-out can be arranged at an additional cost