Northern Circuit and Safari

8 Days Northern Circuit and 2 Days Safari

Kilimanjaro and safaris are both popular tourist activities in Tanzania and offer visitors the chance to experience the beauty and diversity of the African wilderness. If you are interested in combining the two, we have  several  tour  packages that include hiking Kilimanjaro and going on a safari in Tanzania’s national parks.

Day 1: Morum Barrier Gate – Shira 1 Camp

You will depart your hotel after breakfast and head for Londorossi gate, the transfer will take about 3 hours. At Londorosi gate, you will complete entry formalities and thereafter continue up by car to Morum Barrier Gate (another hour to reach the trailhead). Upon arrival at trail-head, eat lunch, and then commence your trek passing through heather and moorland which lead to your first camp on Mt. Kilimanjaro.(which is a descent) only about 1-2 hours of trekking. The view of Kibo from across the plateau is spectacular
Meal Plan : Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 2: Shira 1 Camp – Moir Camp

Today you leave your camp after breakfast and hike across the legendary Shira plateau, east toward Kibo’s glaciered peak. Averaging 12,500 feet, Shira is considered one of the highest plateaus on earth. You immediately veer away from the crowded trails and head towards the northeast edge of the Plateau to reach Moir Camp. The trek takes about 4-5 hours over easy terrain. Moir camp is an isolated and rarely used camp affording stunning views over the Shira Plateau.
Meal Plan : Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 3: Moir Camp – Buffalo Camp

On your fourth day on Mount Kilimanjaro, you begin your morning trek heading out of the moorland and into the stark alpine desert, on a steep ridge off the main trail, and begin your venture on the Northern Circuit Route. Today, you will trek for about 5 – 7 hours. From the Pofu Campsite you will enjoy spectacular view into Kenya’s wild lands to the north.
Meal Plan : Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 4: Buffalo Camp – Kikelewa Caves Camp

After breakfast at you camp, you begin your trek and proceed onward through valleys and over ridges through the alpine desert and moorland, you will further continue your circuit to the east, enjoying a vast mountain wilderness to yourselves. Today you will have another 5 – 7 hours of trekking.
Meal Plan : Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 5: Kikelewa Caves Camp – Mawenzi Tarn Camp

After a 3-5 hours steadily trekking upward, you will reach a placid mountain tarn (lake) at the foot of the majestically rising steep ridges of Mawenzi, which is Kilimanjaro’s second highest volcano. Your camp for tonight is nestled along the tarn in a protected alcove with magnificent views towards the steeply rising rocks of Mawenzi.Camp at Kikelewa Caves Camp.
Meal Plan : Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 6: Mawenzi Tarn Camp – Outward Bound Camp

Begin today’s trek that will take you 5-7 hour. Enjoy hiking though a relatively easy hike across the wide saddle between Mawenzi and Kibo. The trek takes you across the massive saddle- the crossing is quite impressive and the landscape spectacularly stark. As you near the foot of Kibo ,the temperatures turn cold. After reaching your camp, Mawenzi Tarn Camp, prepare all your gear for the day ahead, and turn in early to rest. Our Arusha base will make sure that a resupply of fresh food and supplies reach camp on this afternoon.
Meal Plan : Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 7: Outward Bound Camp – Uhuru Peak – Millennium Camp

Expect a midnight wake-up call, that will be the start of a long trek. After some quick tea, you begin trekking at around 1am up the winding path of endless switchbacks. Today’s trek is long and from your camp to the rim of the crater (Gillman’s Point (18,750 ft./ 5,712 m)) to Uhuru Peak, the trekking time is about 7 – 8 hours. The slope is steep, with switchbacks, over loose rock and scree with some boulders as you near Gilman’s Point. Spend some time at Hans Meyer cave on the way, the famous spot where Kilimanjaro’s first western climber described in his journals. The trek from Gilman’s Point at the edge of the crater, to the summit is less demanding, and depending on your pace, you can reach it after a further 1½-2 hours along the snowy crater rim (depending on the season). After a short time at the summit, re-trace your steps back to Gilman’s Point, then summon your strength again for further descent to Mweka Camp where you will spend your last night on Mount Kilimanjaro.
Meal Plan : Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 8: Mweka Camp – Mweka Gate

After breakfast, your 8 days northern circuit route clim on mount Kilimanjaro comes to an end as you descend straight to the gate, a trek of about 2-3 hours. On arrival at the exit gate you will be awarded Kilimanjaro climbing certificates, thereafter drive to Panama Gardern Resort in Moshi.
Meal Plan : Breakfast

 

Day 9: Lake Manyara National Park

Leave your hotel after breakfast, drive for about 3 hours to Lake Manyara National Park, famous for its green scenery, varied bird life, tree-climbing lions, hippos and baboons.
Dinner and overnight will take place on top of the Great Rift Valley, overlooking Lake Manyara.
Meal Plan :Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

Day 10: Ngorongoro Crater

A full day in the Ngorongoro Crater. There is a very high possibility of spotting the big 5 in one day: lion, rhino, elephant, buffalo and leopard.
Lunch will take place at the picnic site at the crater floor. In the afternoon, drive back to Moshi.
Meal Plan :Breakfast, Lunch

What  Included on the Climb 

  • Two nights bed and breakfast accommodation in Moshi Town
  • Full board accommodation on the mountain
  • All park fees
  • Camping equipment (tents, sleeping mats, chairs, tables)
  • Oxygen cylinder – only for emergency
  • English speaking guide
  • Mountain crew (cook and porters)
  • First aid kit and pulse oximeter
  • Bottled drinking
  • Mentioned transfers

What  Excluded on the climb 

  • Sleeping bags
  • Gratuities
  • Beverage
  • Travel insurance
  • Visa fees
  • Flight
  • Laundry
  • All meals and drinks in Moshi town

What Included on the Safari

  • Accommodation according to the itinerary
  • Transportation in a 4×4 safari vehicle
  • Professional, English-speaking guide
  • Professional, English-speaking safari cook
  • Overnight stays in safari tents
  • Camping equipment (tents, sleeping mats, chairs, tables etc.)
  • Meals according to the itinerary
  • Mineral water
  • All mentioned activities
  • All national park fees
  • Flying Doctors insurance (AMREF) during the safari

What  Excluded on the Safari 

  • Flights
  • Optional activities
  • Alcoholic and soft drinks
  • Visa fees
  • Tips
  • Personal spending money for souvenirs etc.
  • Travel insurance

PRICE

NORTHERN CIRCUIT  CLIMB   WITH   BASIC CAMPING SAFARI PRICE

The price will be $3650 per person  when 2-6 people travel together

NORTHERN CIRCUIT  CLIMB   WITH  STANDARD LODGE/ TENTED  SAFARIS PRICE

The price will be $3850 per person  when 2-6 people travel together

NORTHERN CIRCUIT CLIMB   WITH  LUXURY  LODGE/ TENTED  SAFARIS PRICE

The price will be $4050 per person  when 2-6 people travel together

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