8 Days Shira Route

Duration

8 days

Group Size

06 people

Tour Type

Trekking

Languages

English

Scenic Start

Begin the trek on the western side of Mount Kilimanjaro, starting from the lush forests and moorlands of the Shira Plateau.

Shira Cathedral

Explore the dramatic volcanic formations of Shira Cathedral, offering breathtaking views and unique geological features.

Less Crowded

Experience a quieter route compared to others on Kilimanjaro, allowing for a more serene trekking experience.

High Altitude

Start at a higher altitude, providing an excellent acclimatization profile that increases summit success rates.

Barranco Wall

Climb the iconic Barranco Wall, a challenging yet rewarding section with stunning vistas.

Itinerary

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, Mbuga Wonderlust Adventures driver will be there to meet up with you and transfer to Moshi town for overnight.

After breakfast from your lodge, depart to Londorossi gate a starting point to your trek to Mount Kilimanjaro. Upon arrival at the gate, you will proceed with registration formalities, followed by having lunch at the gate since will arrive in the mid-afternoon. After that, you will have a short drive inside the park to the point known as Moramu Hill where you will set off by foot toward Shira 1 Camp the place where you are expected to spend your first night on the mountain. The walk itself will cover a distance of about 4km which equals two 2 hours and rise up to an altitude of 3360 meters from 2240 meters above sea level.

Today we follow a relaxed path to the summit of Shira Cathedral before accomplishing the next camp at Shira Hut. As this camp is quite bare, it can be considerably colder than the prior night, with temperatures dropping to well below freezing.

Today, you will climb to an altitude of 4180 meters, and you are expected to spend two good hours of the walk until you reach the camp. The route today will take you to the south-eastern side of the Mountain where from there you will have the breathtaking view of the savannah desert as you continue to climb toward Moir Camp situated at an alpine zone. Upon arrival at the camp, you will have time to relax and acclimatize by walk to the summit of Lent Hill which is situated at an altitude of 4650 meters, in order for your body to cope with the change in attitudes as you continue to go up.

Today’s, walk will take you on a gentle ascent and panoramic views. Then you traverse to the southwest side of Kilimanjaro, passing underneath the Lava Tower and the final section of the Western Breach and after a hot lunch the bottom of the Lava Tower at an altitude of 4,600 meters, you then descend to the bottom of the Great Barranco valley at an altitude of 3,900 meters. You will cover a total distance of 5 kilometres which will take you approximately 3 hours to complete the entire section. In the afternoon you will have a chance to acclimatize again by a walk to Arrow Glacier that will take you 2 hours. After a long walk, you will arrive at the camp late in the evening in time for your dinner and overnight.

Today after breakfast, you will depart from Lava Tower Camp and set off to Karanga Camp where you will spend your overnight via Barranco Camp. Expect to cover about 7 kilometres which will take you up to 7 hours of good walking. At the beginning, the walk will be a bit tough and challenging as you will have to climb up near the free stand wall also known as Barranco Wall also referred to as “Breakfast Wall” since you will start climbing it soon after having breakfast. But when manage to reach the top, you will enjoy the magnificent and one of the kind views of the Heim Glacier, and after a bit of rest, you will descend to the gully below into Karanga Valley which is very cold, before proceeding to a zigzag climb that will finally take you to Karanga Camp where you will spend your night and dinner.

Today you will ascend about 500 meters and cover the total distance of 5 km of walking and expect to spend 4 hours before reaching the Barafu Camp in time for your hot lunch in the afternoon and overnight. The trail today will take you through climbs that will require a steady walk, as you will path through the rocky and barren landscape, during the walk you will enjoy the beautiful scenery of Decker and Kersten glaciers that will be visible from a distance. Upon arrival at the camp, you will be required to go to bed a bit early in order for your body to have enough rest and prepare for the summit day the next day as you will be required to work up very early in the morning.

Wake up beforehand midnight in the shelter of darkness and begin a steep climb over loose volcanic scree that has some well-graded zigzags and a slow but steady pace will take you to the rim of the main crater, Stella Point, at 5,735 meters. You will rest there for a few minutes to relish the sunrise over Mawenzi. Those who are still feeling good can continue slowly to make the two-hour round trip from here along the crater rim to the main Uhuru Peak 5,895 meters, which is the highest point in Africa. After a few minutes to celebrate and enjoy your accomplishment by taking pictures with the Mbuga Wonderlust Adventures guide and friends, you will then descend to Barafu camp fast, and followed a stop at Barafu Camp for some refreshment, before set off again and continue to descend to reach Mweka Camp for your dinner and overnight.

A gentle walk takes us down from Mweka Camp at an altitude of 3730 meters and descends through the rainforest to Mweka gate to an altitude of 1660 meters, where successful climbers will receive their summit certificates. The walk itself will take about 6 hours and covering approximately 13 km. Upon your arrival at the gate, you will have lunch and after that you will be transferred back to Moshi to your lodge for dinner and overnight.

After having a long night rest at the lodge, you may wish to extend your stay at the lodge, but if not our driver will be ready to pick you up and transfer you to the Kilimanjaro International Airport to connect with your flight back home.

Included:

Kilimanjaro trekking according to the itinerary
Professional, English-speaking Wilderness First Responder & CPR certified Guide
Proper Ration of Mountain crew (Cook & Porters)
Pre and Post accommodations (2 nights Bed and Breakfast)
Airport Transfers
Meals according to the itinerary
Drinking water and Full Board Meals
All National Park & Hut Fees, Crew Permits and VAT
Fair and Sustainable Salary Crew Wages
Gate Transfers
Complimentary Oxygen Cylinder
Portable Private Toilet and Porter
Quality Imported Equipment

Excluded:

Flights
Visa fees
Travel or Medical Insurance is required and you should ask for Recommendations
Gamow Bag
Medication
Tips for porters and mountain crew is recommended $450 per person
Personal spending money for souvenirs etc.
Energy food & beverages, alcoholic and soft drinks
Personal hire gear such as trekking poles, sleeping bags, etc.
Additional lodge nights if early descent from the mountain $150 per room.

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