The extended version of Northern Circuit route includes two extra days to get proper acclimatization before overnight at Crater Camp. Situated close to the top of Mount Kilimanjaro at the altitude of 5790 m, this is the highest overnight possible at the equator, so we will do our utmost to make your Kilimanjaro climb comfortable, as well as unforgettable. Only a lucky few can lay claim to having seen the night skies at this altitude and they are indeed a sight to behold: Kilimanjaro Glaciers against the backdrop of the Milky Way! While such ascents are never without their risks, the Alaitol Safaris Team has both the expertise and equipment to ensure your safety at Kilimanjaro Crater Camp.

Itinerary

Day 1 : Arrive Tanzania
A staff member will escort you from the airport to your scenic lodge in the foothills of Mt. Kilimanjaro. Overnight: Ndarakwai Ranch (4,200').Meals:Dinner

Day 2 : Ndarakwai Ranch
Spend an acclimatization day shaking off the jet lag at Ndarakwai Ranch. Look for wildlife on leisurely hikes through the ranch's extensive grounds.Overnight: Ndarakwai Ranch. Meals: Breakfast,Lunch and Dinner

Day 3 : Begin Trek to Shira 1 Camp
Overnight: Shira 1 Camp. Meals:Breakfast,Lunch and Dinner. Hours trekking: 1-2

Day 4 : Shira 1 to Moir Camp
Overnight: Moir Camp. Meals:Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner. Hours trekking: 4-5

Day 5 : Moir to Pofu Camp
Overnight: Pofu Camp.Meals: Breakfast,Lunch and Dinner. Hours trekking: 5-7

Day 6 : Pofu to Rongai Caves 2 Camp
Overnight: Rongai Caves 2 Camp. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner. Hours trekking: 5-7

Day 7 : Rongai 2 Caves to Kikelewa Caves Camp
Overnight: Kikelewa Caves Camp. Meals:Dinner: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner. Hours trekk : 3-5

Day 8 : Kikelewa Caves to Mawenzi Tarn Camp
Overnight: Mawenzi Tarn Camp. Meals:Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner. Hours trekking: 4-6

Day 9 : Mawenzi Tarn to Outward Bound Camp
Overnight: Outward Bound Camp. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner. Hours trekking: 5-7

Day 10 : Outward Bound to Summit / Crater Camp
Overnight: Crater Camp. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner. Hours trekking: 7-10 to Summit / 1-2 to Crater Camp

Day 11 : Crater to Mweka Millennium Camp
Overnight: Mweka Millennium Camp. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner. Hours trekking: 6-8

Day 12 : Complete Trek / Return Back Home
Day room: Kia Lodge. Meals: Breakfastand Lunch. Hours trekking: 4-6