Seven-Day Kilimanjaro Climb: Shira Route
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- No booking fees
- E-ticket/Mobile voucher
- Booking Type Instant booking
- duration 7 days
- tour type Private and Group
- age requirement 7-79 yrs
- max group size 25
- guiding method Fully guided
- Tour Code BM-31500
- Footprint Carbonneutral CO2 emissions resulting from all trips on Bookmundi will be offset via investments in carbon reduction projects.
- Operated in English, French, German, Spanish
HIGHLIGHTS
- Summit Mt Kilimanjaro, Africa's highest mountain, via Shira route
- Trek to the summit of Shira Cathedral
- Walk through giant heathers to reach the rim of Shira Plateau
- Enjoy beautiful scenery along the way
Book this seven-day, guided trip with us and summit Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa's highest mountain, via the Shira route. The starting point of this route is the Shira Gate, which is located at a higher elevation than the Londorossi Gate, used by travelers heading for the top of the mountain through the Lemosho route. However, what is unique about the Shira route is that the first section of the trail is not covered by foot but driven. Therefore, climbers using this route will miss out on hiking through one of Kilimanjaro’s ecological zones, the rainforest.
Your journey starts in Moshi, from where we will drive you to the Londorossi Gate. An off-road vehicle will then transport you to the Shira Gate, located 3,600 metres above sea level, from where you will then hike up to Simba Camp on the first day of the climb. Please note that those who spent the previous night in Moshi will experience a sizeable gain in elevation today and might face complications due to the lack of acclimatisation.
From Simba Camp, your journey to the top continues via Shira 2 Camp, Lava Tower and Barafu Camp. Although it might be difficult for those who cannot deal with a sudden increase in elevation, this route is much more scenic than other routes to the top as it crosses the spectacular Shira Plateau and then joins the Machame route, thereby allowing climbers to experience beautiful sights around the southern circuit as well. Plus, you will experience a low traffic on this route until it joins the Machame.
The Shira is ideal for those who are confident in their ability to acclimatise fast and deal with sudden elevation increases. Along with this, travelers should also be able to trek through steep trails over an extended period of time.
Please note that the tour price also includes two night's accommodation in Moshi, one night each before and after the climb. For more details, please scroll down.
Your journey starts in Moshi, from where we will drive you to the Londorossi Gate. An off-road vehicle will then transport you to the Shira Gate, located 3,600 metres above sea level, from where you will then hike up to Simba Camp on the first day of the climb. Please note that those who spent the previous night in Moshi will experience a sizeable gain in elevation today and might face complications due to the lack of acclimatisation.
From Simba Camp, your journey to the top continues via Shira 2 Camp, Lava Tower and Barafu Camp. Although it might be difficult for those who cannot deal with a sudden increase in elevation, this route is much more scenic than other routes to the top as it crosses the spectacular Shira Plateau and then joins the Machame route, thereby allowing climbers to experience beautiful sights around the southern circuit as well. Plus, you will experience a low traffic on this route until it joins the Machame.
The Shira is ideal for those who are confident in their ability to acclimatise fast and deal with sudden elevation increases. Along with this, travelers should also be able to trek through steep trails over an extended period of time.
Please note that the tour price also includes two night's accommodation in Moshi, one night each before and after the climb. For more details, please scroll down.
ITINERARY
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Day 1: Moshi – Shira Gate –Simba Camp
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Day 2: Simba Camp – Shira 2 Camp
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Day 3: Shira 2 Camp – Lava Tower – Barranco Camp
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Day 4: Barranco Camp – Karanga Camp
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Day 5: Karanga Camp – Barafu Camp
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Day 6: Barafu Camp – Uhuru Peak
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Day 7: Mweka Camp – Mweka Gate – Moshi
WHAT'S INCLUDED
- Meals: 7 Breakfasts, 6 Lunches & 6 Dinners
- Private drop-off transport to Kilimanjaro International Airport after the trek is over. Transportation to & from the Kilimanjaro gate as per the itinerary
- 2 nights' accommodation in Moshi. Accommodation in camps as per the itinerary during the trek
- Friendly and professional mountain guides, cooks & porters
- National park entry & camping fees
- Team Kilimanjaro rescue fees
- 4 season mountain tents
- Double layered sleeping mats
- Enough treated & filtered drinking water throughout the trek
- Hot water for washing
- Fair wages for the mountain crew as approved by the Kilimanjaro National Park Authority (KINAPA) & Kilimanjaro Association of Tour Operators (KIATO)
- Government taxes
- Emergency first aid kit
- 18% VAT on tour fees & services
- Portable oxygen tanks & oximeters
- International & domestic flights
- Travel insurance
- Expenses that are personal in nature like phone calls and laundry (laundry service available at your hotel at an additional cost)
- A portable flush toilet with a toilet tent is available for an extra charge of USD 100 per person for the duration of the trek
- Single supplement for solo travelers
- Anything mentioned optional on the itinerary
- Tips for guides, porters and cook
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