The Shira Route drives high to the Shira Gate (~3,500–3,600 m) and begins on the open Shira Plateau—huge skies, quick views of Kibo, and wide-angle horizons from day one. Because it starts high, it suits trekkers who are already acclimatized (or who’ve just climbed Mount Meru). The trail then joins the southern circuit at Barranco, continues to Barafu, and makes a steady night ascent to Uhuru Peak (5,895 m) before descending via Mweka.
(acclimatization) → Barranco → Karanga → Barafu → Uhuru Peak → Mweka Camp → Mweka Gate
Trek Types: Private • Small-Group on request • Camping (hut night not included)
Starting Point/End: Moshi or Arusha (hotel pickup/drop-off)
Moshi/Arusha → Shira Gate → Shira 1 (High Moorland)
Drive to the west side for registration, then begin an easy walk across the Shira Plateau to Shira 1 with sweeping views if clouds are clear.
Hike: ~3–4 hrs
Activities : Trekking
Shira 1 → Shira 2 (Plateau Traverse)
Gentle traverse to Shira 2. After lunch, take an optional acclimatization walk toward Cathedral Point for extra altitude and sunset views.
Hike: ~3–4 hrs (+1–2 hrs optional)
Activities : Trekking
Shira 2 → Lava Tower (4,630 m) → Barranco (3,960 m)
Climb steadily to Lava Tower for a key acclimatization stop, then descend into the fertile Barranco Valley. Textbook walk high, sleep low day.
Hike: ~6–7 hrs
Activities : Trekking
Barranco Wall → Karanga Valley
Fun, non-technical scramble up the Barranco Wall, then rolling terrain to Karanga Camp. Afternoon rest, hydration, and optional short walk.
Hike: ~4–5 hrs
Activities : Trekking
Karanga → Barafu (Summit Camp)
Short, steady push on alpine scree to Barafu. Early dinner, summit briefing, and lights out—night ascent ahead.
Hike: ~3–4 hrs
Activities : Trekking
Summit Day – Barafu → Uhuru Peak → Mweka Camp
Midnight start via Stella Point to Uhuru Peak (5,895 m) for sunrise. Celebrate, descend to Barafu for a hot drink, then continue down the Mweka route to Mweka Camp for recovery.
Hike: 12–15 hrs total (ascent + descent)
Activities : Trekking
Mweka Camp → Mweka Gate → Moshi/Arusha
Final descent through heather and rainforest to Mweka Gate for summit certificates. Private transfer to your hotel for a hot shower and celebration.
Hike: ~3–4 hrs
Activities : Trekking
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* Upon cancellation, refund will be made after deducting the Retention Amount.
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