7-Day Kilimanjaro Shira Route: Remote & Scenic Guided Tour
Important Information
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Experience Kilimanjaro’s high-altitude plateau with elite safety & comfort. The 7-Day Shira Route begins at 3,600m, offering 360-degree vistas & incredible stargazing. At Hillborn, we elevate this remote trek with these standards: Superior Safety: We provide emergency oxygen & twice-daily medical check-ups (Pulse Oximetry) for every climber. Premium Comfort: Private toilet tents included—stay clean & comfortable away from public camp facilities. Expert Leadership: Led by certified Wilderness First Responders (WFR) focused on safe acclimatization & success. The Coffee Edge: Fuel your trek with our signature farm-to-cup organic coffee—the freshest caffeine boost on the mountain! Social Impact:...
Highlights
7 days and 12 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in German (Deutsch) & 8 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
7 days and 12 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in German (Deutsch) & 8 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Private transportation
Bottle of water.
All Fees and Taxes
The salary of a tourist guides & Porters.
Alcohol
Mountain climbing equipment
7-Day Kilimanjaro Shira Route: Remote & Scenic Guided Tour
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Experience Kilimanjaro’s high-altitude plateau with elite safety & comfort. The 7-Day Shira Route begins at 3,600m, offering 360-degree vistas & incredible stargazing. At Hillborn, we elevate this remote trek with these standards: Superior Safety: We provide emergency oxygen & twice-daily medical check-ups (Pulse Oximetry) for every climber. Premium Comfort: Private toilet tents included—stay clean & comfortable away from public camp facilities. Expert Leadership: Led by certified Wilderness First Responders (WFR) focused on safe acclimatization & success. The Coffee Edge: Fuel your trek with our signature farm-to-cup organic coffee—the freshest caffeine boost on the mountain! Social Impact:...
Highlights
7 days and 12 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in German (Deutsch) & 8 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
7 days and 12 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in German (Deutsch) & 8 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Private transportation
Bottle of water.
All Fees and Taxes
The salary of a tourist guides & Porters.
Alcohol
Mountain climbing equipment
Itinerary
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Mount Kilimanjaro
Day 1: Moshi – Londorossi Gate – Shira 1 Camp
Elevation: 2,100 m → 3,500 m
Hiking Time: 3–4 hours
After breakfast, you will be picked up from your hotel in Moshi and transferred to Londorossi Gate for registration. From there, you will drive to the Shira Plateau and begin your trek across open moorland. Enjoy wide views and unique vegetation before reaching Shira 1 Camp for dinner and overnight.
4 hours
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Shira
Day 2: Shira 1 Camp – Shira 2 Camp
Elevation: 3,500 m → 3,850 m
Hiking Time: 4–5 hours
Today’s hike is gentle and scenic across the Shira Plateau, offering stunning views of Mount Meru and the western side of Kilimanjaro. This day helps with acclimatization. Arrive at Shira 2 Camp for dinner and overnight.
5 hours
3
Lava Tower Camp
Day 3: Shira 2 Camp – Lava Tower – Barranco Camp
Elevation: 3,850 m → 4,630 m (Lava Tower) → 3,976 m
Hiking Time: 6–8 hours
A key acclimatization day. You will hike up to Lava Tower, where lunch is served, then descend to Barranco Camp. This “climb high, sleep low” approach helps your body adapt to altitude. Enjoy impressive views of the Barranco Wall.
8 hours
4
Barranco Wall
Day 4: Barranco Camp – Karanga Camp
Elevation: 3,976 m → 4,035 m
Hiking Time: 4–5 hours
Start the day by climbing the famous Barranco Wall, a fun and rewarding scramble. The trail then continues through alpine desert terrain to Karanga Camp. Dinner and overnight at camp.
5 hours
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Barafu Camp
Day 5: Karanga Camp – Barafu Camp
Elevation: 4,035 m → 4,673 m
Hiking Time: 3–4 hours
A short but steep hike to Barafu Camp, the base camp for the summit attempt. After an early dinner, rest and prepare for the midnight climb to the summit.
4 hours
6
Uhuru Peak
Day 6: Barafu Camp – Uhuru Peak – Mweka Camp
Elevation: 4,673 m → 5,895 m → 3,100 m
Hiking Time: 10–14 hours
Around midnight, begin the final ascent to Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa. Reach the summit in time for sunrise, then descend via Stella Point back to Barafu Camp for a short rest before continuing down to Mweka Camp for dinner and overnight.
14 hours
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Mweka gate
Day 7: Mweka Camp – Mweka Gate – Moshi
Elevation: 3,100 m → 1,640 m
Hiking Time: 3–4 hours
Descend through lush rainforest to Mweka Gate. After signing out and receiving your summit certificates, you will be transferred back to your hotel in Moshi.
Activities Clients Will Do
Guided high-altitude trekking
Acclimatization hikes
Barranco Wall climb
Midnight summit attempt
Sunrise at Uhuru Peak
Rainforest and alpine desert trekking
