Kilimanjaro - Shira Route
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- No booking fees
- duration 10 days
- tour type Group Tour
- age requirement 18+ years old
- guiding method Live Guide/Instructor
- Starts Arusha, Tanzania
- Ends Arusha , Tanzania
HIGHLIGHTS
- Enjoy sunrise over Mawenzi before pushing to the summit of Uhuru Peak (5895m)
- Trek to the summit of Shira Cathedral
- Walk through giant heather to reach the rim of Shira Plateau
- The option to walk to the summit of the Lent Hills (4700m)
Starting and ending in Arusha, the Kilimanjaro - Shira Route trip is a guided trekking tour that takes 10 days. You will travel through Shira Camp, Lava Tower, Arusha and 5 other destinations in Tanzania. Kilimanjaro - Shira Route is a small group trip which includes accommodation, meals and others.
A remote and scenic route to the summit of Africa's highest mountain. Approaching the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro, fondly known as Kili, by the remote Shira Route is an exhilarating option for walkers keen to explore less trodden trails and who are comfortable in variable mountain conditions. From the forest and moorland to the caldera of Shira volcano, we explore the fascinating rock formations on the Shira plateau before traversing beneath the southern ice fields of Kibo. We enjoy stunning early morning views of Kibo and our day spent in the rarely visited Lent Hills will be a highlight before we join the main route to the summit of Uhuru Peak (5895m) on the crater rim. The eight day itinerary gives maximum possible acclimatisation and flexibility to enjoy the magnificent mountain scenery that extends from the volcanic summit to the vast African plains.
A remote and scenic route to the summit of Africa's highest mountain. Approaching the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro, fondly known as Kili, by the remote Shira Route is an exhilarating option for walkers keen to explore less trodden trails and who are comfortable in variable mountain conditions. From the forest and moorland to the caldera of Shira volcano, we explore the fascinating rock formations on the Shira plateau before traversing beneath the southern ice fields of Kibo. We enjoy stunning early morning views of Kibo and our day spent in the rarely visited Lent Hills will be a highlight before we join the main route to the summit of Uhuru Peak (5895m) on the crater rim. The eight day itinerary gives maximum possible acclimatisation and flexibility to enjoy the magnificent mountain scenery that extends from the volcanic summit to the vast African plains.
Customer reviews
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“This was one of the most fantastic and toughest trips I have done. The organisation, accommodation, and Porters were great. The food was fantastic not to mention the flushing toilet. Our head guide, Henry, was excellent. Extremely professional, helpful and caring. Each night he gave an extensive briefing session about what we could expect on the next day. He made sure we were all healthy and fit enough to complete the task ahead. The pace we trekked was suitable for all and the acclimatisation stages greatly helped us to get to the summit. I must add a special mention for our other guide, John (Tony Blair) Seka. Tony was informative, Professional, had a great sense of humour, well educated and his knowledge of the mountain was enormous. He answered all questions with ease even the silly ones. He constantly checked on our health and fitness to continue. His well mannered and gentle approach to all Trekkers and porters made him very popular and an excellent guide.”
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“We had a great trek and made it to the top of Kili ok. Desma had a slip not far from the end of the trek - about 6k from the exit gate -and needed a few stitches in her leg just below the knee. She is fine and medically cleared for our next stage in the Serengeti. Thank you and the team in getting us onto the trek and to acknowledge the exceptional efforts of Paulo and VV (guide) in assisting Desma. Paulo drove up from Arusha to make sure everything was ok and helped Desma with money until I arrived. VV sat with Desma in the hospital the whole time as well. You have clearly got a very high quality team on the ground. We saw other companies dragging near comatose people to the summit - one of whom we suspect we later saw with acute AMS that evening. The care and attention our group received thru Florence and his team was exceptional. Although we have thanked them, could I ask you to reiterate our thanks to Paulo, VV, Florence, Tony "Blair"and the entire team.”
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“Trekking Kilimanjaro with World Expeditions was an amazing experience. It was like a military operation; 58 porters and guides assisting 14 walkers reflected a really healthy ratio of staff to customers and ensured a high success rate to the summit. The route and strategy around managing altitude to avoid or minimise altitude sickness was thorough and the guidance we received was first class. The group was led by JT with a team of highly experienced and wonderful Tanzanians who displayed the happiest of dispositions. I highly recommend this walk and consider that the wonderful guides (both male and female) were the wind beneath my wings. Thank you.”
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“Thought the trip was brilliant - well resourced, great leadership from JT, really professional and friendly guides: Crossman, Makete, Edoardo, Lucia, Hans, Angela. JTs leadership including his motivation, preparation of us and medical/health knowledge and care was first class - can't speak highly enough of him and we even had a drink with him on his day off when he was back. Ilburu lodge was also great. The trip was a lot more challenging mentally and physically that I had ever imagined!! But starting to appreciate our journey more and more as days go by..which was hard after we completed the climb where I promised I would never trek again! The most special part of the trip was the journey and support of all of us together which creates a lifetime bond.”
ITINERARY
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Day 1 : Join Arusha, trip briefing, rest of day at leisure
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Day 2 : Commence climb to "Shira One" (3550m)
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Day 3 : To Shira Two camp (3840m)
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Day 4 : Trek to camp near Moir Hut (4200m)
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Day 5 : To Lava Tower (4550m)
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Day 6 : To Karanga (4000m)
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Day 7 : To Barafu (4600m)
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Day 8 : Ascend to summit, return to Millenium Camp (3800m)
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Day 9 : Descend to Mweka gate and on to Arusha
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Day 10 : In Arusha, trip concludes
WHAT'S INCLUDED
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WHAT'S EXCLUDED
Accommodation
- 2 nights in 3 star hotel in Arusha on a twinshare basis
Meals
- 9 breakfasts, 8 lunches and 9 dinners
Guide
- Experienced local mountain guides, cook and camp crew
Others
- 7 nights fully supported camping on a twinshare tent basis
- Group camping equipment including tent (sleeping bag and mat not included - can be hired locally)
- Porters to carry personal and group equipment
- Park entrance fees valued at US$1109
- Emergency oxygen
- Christmas and New Year (please ask our staff for details of this small peak season surcharge)
- International or domestic flights
- Arrival or departure transfers in Arusha
- Sleeping bags and mats
- Aerated and alcoholic drinks.
- Items of a personal nature such as phone calls, laundry, etc
- Airport and departure taxes
- Travel Insurance
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GOOD TO KNOW
Payment
A deposit of 320 USD is required to confirm this tour. The remaining balance will be charged 69 days before departure. For any departures within 23 December 2019 full payment is required.
Travel InsuranceKilimanjaro - Shira Route tour requires that you have adequate and valid travel insurance covering medical and personal accidents, including repatriation costs and emergency evacuation. We recommend using World Nomads' travel insurance.
VisaFor this Kilimanjaro - Shira Route tour getting the required visa(s) is the responsibility for each individual traveller, as visa requirements vary depending on your nationality. We recommend to check with your local embassies representing the countries that you are travelling to, as part of this itinerary.
CANCELLATION
No additional cancellation fees apply for this Kilimanjaro - Shira Route tour.
You can cancel the tour up to 70 days prior departure and avoid paying the full amount,
but your deposit paid is non-refundable. No refund applies for cancellations within 69 days of departure.
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