Mt. Kilimanjaro Climb

7 DAYS SHIRA ROUTE CLIMB MT. KILIMANJARO

$2200-2400 USD

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Safari summary

The Shira Route is one of the less-trodden routes on Mt. Kilimanjaro that starts close Shira Ridge. It begins the western side of the mountain and is practically indistinguishable to the Lemosho Route. In spite of the fact that Shira is considered a beautiful and shifted route, because of the higher rise of the beginning stage, it is conceivable climbers could encounter side effects of elevation disorder as ahead of schedule as the primary day.
The route approaches Mount Kilimanjaro from the west, start with a lengthy drive from Moshi to Shira Ridge. The vehicle sidesteps the rain backwoods zone and the climbing trail starts on Shira Ridge. The Shira route crosses the whole Shira Plateau from west to east in a lovely, moderately level hike. At that point the route crosses underneath Kilimanjaro's Southern Ice Field on a way known as the Southern Circuit before summiting from Barafu. Drop is made by means of the Mweka route.
This route is along these lines prescribe for experienced high-height climbers. We at Popote Africa dependably exhort picking the 8 days Shira route bundle for the most obvious opportunity with regards to acclimatization and achieving the summit.
Route Description:
There are many possible slight variations to the Shira route, so don't be surprised if you see an itinerary that mentions different camps and different heights.

About this tour

	Tour type	Set-date, set-itinerary, group
	Main focus	Hiking \| trekking
	Activity level	Strenuous activity
	Best months	All months
	Countries	Tanzania
	Parks	Kilimanjaro

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Safari highlights

Hiking | trekking

What’s included?

Accommodation
All drinks
Meals
Park fees

What’s not included?

Alcoholic beverages
All drinks
Hot air balloons
Internal flights
International flights
Laundry
Premium alcoholic beverages
Private vehicle and driver
Spa treatments
Tips and gratuities
Visas

Itinerary

Shira Gate to Simba Camp

Kilimanjaro

We depart Moshi for Londorossi Gate, which takes about 4 hours; here we will complete entry formalities while guides and porters prepare equipment. We then continue to drive up a steep path to the Shira Gate where we will begin the hike. The trek starts through shrubs and giant heather until we reach Simba Camp.

Simba Camp

Simba Camp to Shira 2 Camp

Kilimanjaro

Today is a fairly easy day to help with acclimatization. We begin by exploring the grassy moorland and volcanic rock formations on the plateau. Then we take a scenic path to the Shira Cathedral, a huge buttress of rock surrounded by steep spires and pinnacles, before settling at Shira 2 Camp

Shira 2 Camp

Shira 2 Camp to Lava Tower

Kilimanjaro

We continue to the east up a ridge and then head southeast towards the Lava Tower – a 300 ft tall volcanic rock formation. We descend down to Barranco Camp through the strange but beautiful Senecio Forest to an altitude of 13,000 ft. Although you begin and end the day at the same elevation, the time spent at higher altitude is very beneficial for acclimatization

Barranco camp

Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp

Kilimanjaro

We begin the day by descending into a ravine to the base of the Great Barranco Wall. Then we climb the non-technical but steep, nearly 900 ft cliff. From the top of the Barranco Wall we cross a series of hills and valleys until we descend sharply into Karanga Valley. One more steep climb up leads us to Karanga Camp. This is a shorter day meant for acclimatization

Karanga Camp

Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp

Kilimanjaro

We leave Karanga and hit the junction which connects with the Mweka Trail. We continue up to the rocky section to Barafu Hut. At this point, you have completed the Southern Circuit, which offers views of the summit from many different angles. Here we make camp, rest and enjoy an early dinner to prepare for the summit day. The two peaks of Mawenzi and Kibo are viewable from this position.

Barafu Camp

Barafu Camp to Uhuru Peak

Kilimanjaro

Very early in the morning we begin our push to the summit. The wind and cold at this elevation and time of day can be extreme. We ascend in the darkness for several hours while taking frequent, but short, breaks. Near Stella Point, you will be rewarded with the most magnificent sunrise you are ever likely to see coming over Mawenzi Peak. Finally, we arrive at Uhuru Peak- the highest point on Mount Kilimanjaro and the continent of Africa.

uhuru Peak

Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate

Kilimanjaro

On our last day, we continue the descent to Mweka Gate and collect the summit certificates. At lower elevations, it can be wet and muddy. From the gate, we continue another hour to Mweka Village. A vehicle will meet us at Mweka Village to drive us back to the hotel in Moshi

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