About this experience
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: Your booking supports our project, which provides menstrual health supplies to local schoolgirls in Moshi.
Private & Scenic: Enjoy a dedicated crew focused on your journey across the Shira Plateau.
Summit safely with the coffee experts & enjoy a more comfortable adventure.
At a glance
- Duration: 180 hr 30 min
- Private experience
Plan your experience
Set aside 180 hr 30 min for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What is included
- Private transportation
- Bottle of water.
- All Fees and Taxes
- The salary of a tourist guides & Porters.
Not included
- Alcohol
- Mountain climbing equipment
Itinerary and highlights
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
Meeting and pickup information
- Pickup is provided from hotels and lodges in Moshi town. Please wait at the hotel reception or main entrance at least 10 minutes before the scheduled pickup time. Pickup time is usually between 07:00–08:00 AM, depending on the climbing route and gate. Our driver or mountain guide will arrive in a clearly identified vehicle and ask for you by name. For guests staying in private apartments or locations without a reception, please wait outside at the main gate or a clearly visible meeting point. Pickups from Arusha or outside Moshi can be arranged upon request and may involve an additional transfer cost. Please keep your phone switched on in case we need to contact you.
Languages and tickets
- German — Guide
- ru — Guide
- uk — Guide
- Japanese — Guide
- English — Guide
- zh-CN — Guide
- Italian — Guide
- French — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Hillborn Organic Coffee
Meeting points and locations
Accessibility and practical details
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Questions about this experience
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Pickup time is usually between 07:00–08:00 AM, depending on the climbing route and gate. Our driver or mountain guide will arrive in a clearly identified vehicle and ask for you by name.
For guests staying in private apartments or locations without a reception, please wait outside at the main gate or a clearly visible meeting point.
Pickups from Arusha or outside Moshi can be arranged upon request and may involve an additional transfer cost. Please keep your phone switched on in case we need to contact you.
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