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The Shira Plateau Grand Traverse – 7 Days

7 days
Start and end in Moshi
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Plan your adventure:
Hiking & Trekking
Conquer epic trails and breathtaking landscapes
Medium Intensity
Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
Guided in English
All Ages Welcome
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Shira Gate to Shira 1 Camp

    Shira Gate to Shira 1 Camp
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Snack (Snacks and fresh fruits)

    Included Activities

    • Scenic drive to Shira Gate
    • Trek across Shira Plateau with views of Mount Meru and western glaciers
    • Hike to Shira 1 Camp
    Landmarks
    Shira Plateau
    Mount Meru
    Kilimanjaro
  2. Day 2

    Shira 1 Camp to Shira 2 Camp

    Shira 1 Camp to Shira 2 Camp
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Snack (Snacks and fresh fruits)

    Included Activities

    • Trek across Shira Plateau with views of Kibo Peak
    • Hike from Shira 1 Camp to Shira 2 Camp
    Landmarks
    Shira Plateau
    Kibo Peak
  3. Day 3

    Shira 2 Camp to Barranco Camp via Lava Tower

    Shira 2 Camp to Barranco Camp via Lava Tower
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Snack (Snacks and fresh fruits)

    Included Activities

    • Ascend to Lava Tower at 4,630m
    • Descend to Barranco Camp through Barranco Valley
    • Trek through alpine desert
    Landmarks
    Lava Tower
    Barranco Valley
  4. Day 4

    Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp

    Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Snack (Snacks and fresh fruits)

    Included Activities

    • Climb the Barranco Wall
    • Hike through rolling valleys with views of southern glaciers
    • Trek to Karanga Camp
    Landmarks
    Barranco Wall
  5. Day 5

    Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp

    Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Early dinner before midnight summit attempt), Snack (Snacks and fresh fruits)

    Included Activities

    • Hike to Barafu Camp
    • Rest and acclimatization at Barafu Camp
    • Gear preparation for summit night
    Landmarks
    Barafu Camp
  6. Day 6

    Barafu Camp to Uhuru Peak to Mweka Camp

    Barafu Camp to Uhuru Peak to Mweka Camp
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Snack (Snacks and fresh fruits)

    Included Activities

    • Begin midnight summit ascent from Barafu Camp
    • Reach Stella Point
    • Climb to Uhuru Peak at 5,895m
    • Summit photography at the Roof of Africa
    • Descend through rainforest to Mweka Camp
    Landmarks
    Uhuru Peak
    Stella Point
  7. Day 7

    Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate – Departure

    Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate – Departure
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Descend through rainforest to Mweka Gate
    • Receive summit certificate
    • Transfer to hotel in Moshi
    Landmarks
    Mweka Gate

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