7 DAYS SHIRA ROUTE CLIMBING ITINERARY begins and ends at Kiliwonders Hotel in Moshi.
Arrive anytime at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), there will be a private transfer waiting at the airport to pick up you to Moshi at Kiliwonders Hotel.
All airport transfers are part of the package, no extra fee is required.
THE BEST MONTHS TO CLIMB KILIMANJARO.
Normally March, April, and May are the months with long rains and should be avoided. November is usually short rains but it does not often rain all days so Climbing is possible. The best Months for climbing Mount Kilimanjaro are January, February, and also August and September. July can be colder and November to December can be wet. January to February is the warmest month, almost clear of clouds each evening and morning. The success rates with our guides are outstanding compared to the overall success rates for all climbers who attempt to reach the top.
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Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), Tanzania On Foot will arrange a private vehicle from Kilimanjaro International Airport to Moshi at Kiliwonders Hotel for overnight stay.
We will gather in the evening for a pre-climb briefing and an equipment check, we will also confirm you have the appropriate mandatory medical coverage and travel insurance.
We stay at Kiliwonders Hotel, which is a beautiful hotel located on the lower slopes of Mount Kilimanjaro and is a perfect place to prepare you for Kilimanjaro trekking adventure.
?Elevation: 11,800 ft to 11,800 ft
?Distance: 4 km/2 miles
?Hiking Time: 1-2 hours
?Habitat: Heath
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Included.
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 Shira Camp one.
?Elevation: 11,800 ft to 12,500 ft
?Distance: 6 km/4 miles
?Hiking Time: 2 hours
?Habitat: Heath
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Included.
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 Camp two.
?Elevation: 12,500 ft to 15,190 ft
?Distance: 7 km/4 miles
?Hiking Time: 4-5 hours
?Habitat: Alpine Desert
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Included.
LAVA TOWER TO BARRANCO TO BARRANCO CAMP
?Elevation: 15,190 ft to 13,044 ft
?Distance: 3 km/2 miles
?Hiking Time: 2-3 hours
? Habitat: Alpine Desert
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.
?Elevation: 13,044 ft to 13,106 ft
?Distance: 5 km/3 miles
?Hiking Time: 4-5 hours
?Habitat: Alpine Desert
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Included.
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.
?Elevation: 13,106 ft to 15,331 ft
?Distance: 4 km/2 miles
?Hiking Time: 4-5 hours
?Habitat: Alpine Desert
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.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Included.
?Elevation: 15,331 ft to 19,341 ft
?Distance: 5 km/3 miles
?Hiking Time: 7-8 hours
?Habitat: Arctic
UHURU PEAK TO MWEKA CAMP
?Elevation: 19,341 ft to 10,065 ft
?Distance: 12 km/7 miles
?Hiking Time: 4-6 hours
?Habitat: Rain Forest
Very early in the morning (around midnight), we begin our push to the summit. This is the most mentally and physically challenging portion of the trek. 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 (18,900 ft), 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.
From the summit, we now make our descent continuing straight down to the Mweka Hut camp site, stopping at Barafu for lunch. The trail is very rocky and can be quite hard on the knees; trekking poles are helpful. Mweka Camp is situated in the upper forest and mist or rain can be expected in the late afternoon. Later in the evening, we enjoy our last dinner on the mountain and a well-earned sleep.
Meals: Breakfast and Lunch Included.
?Elevation: 10,065 ft to 5,380 ft
?Distance: 10 km/6.6 miles
?Hiking Time: 3-4 hours
?Habitat: Rain Forest
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.
After saying bye to our team of guides then you need a private departure transfer which is included from Arusha to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) for your flight unless you have an option to have a short safari or any other option we will discuss.
TREKKING KILIMANJARO FOR CHARITY CHALLENGE?
The above climb can be undertaken for your own personal charity or group charity.
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| Office In: | Tanzania |
| City: | Arusha |
| Since: | 2022 » (2) Years of Experience. |
| Size: | 80 - Employees |
7 Days Shira Route Climbing Itinerary
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