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The Shira Route
SAFARI HIGHLIGHTS:
One of the more difficult routes, we only recommend this trail to those with suitable climbing experience. The trek begins on the beautiful plains and moorland to the west, where one can explore the extraordinary rock formations, then cross the southern ice-fields of Kibo
Departure: Daily
Duration: 9 Days / 8 Nights
Price: From US$1 838.00 per person sharing
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*NOTE: Mt. Kilimanjaro climbing information
DAY 1: ARUSHA
» Transfer to your hotel
» Evening briefing and equipment check
» Arusha is the capital of the Arusha Region, located in the north of Tanzania. It has a population of 270,485 (2002 census). This city is located on a plateau in the Great Rift Valley amidst the Serengeti Plain, Ngorongoro Crater, Lake Manyara, Olduvai Gorge, Tarangire National Park, and Mount Kilimanjaro National Park
» Bed and English breakfast
» Accommodation: Impala Hotel/Springlands Hotel
DAY 2: ASCENT TO 3,500M
» Drive to Londorossi Park Gate
» Walk through plantations, farmlands and plains, with the chance to see buffalo, roan and other antelope
» 6-8 hours walking
» All Meals
» Accommodation: Shira 1, Mt. Kilimanjaro
DAY 3: ASCENT TO 3,840M
» Trek across heathland, moorland and the plateau's rock formations
» 4-5 hours walking
» All Meals
» Accommodation: Shira Hut, Mt. Kilimanjaro
DAY 4: ASCENT TO 4,200M
» Traverse the northern ice-fields on a steady ascent to Moir
» 4-8 hours walking
» All Meals
» Accommodation: Moir Hut, Mt. Kilimanjaro
DAY 5: ASCENT TO 3,900M
» Trek across the lava ridges with views of the towering glacier
» 5-7 hours walking
» Itinerary at a glance
» All Meals
» Accommodation: Great Barranco Valley Camp, Mt. Kilimanjaro
DAY 6: ASCENT TO 4,600M
» Steep morning climb on the south-eastern flank of Kibo
» 6-8 hours walking
» Day Destination Accommodation Board
» All Meals
» Accommodation: Barafu Camp, Mt. Kilimanjaro
DAY 7: SUMMIT AT 5,896M AND DESCEND
» Depart during the early hours for Stella Peak, before the final trek to Gilman's and Uhuru Point
» 11-15 hours walking
» All Meals
» Accommodation: Mweka Forest Camp, Mt. Kilimanjaro
DAY 8: ARUSHA
» A gentle descent through lush forest to the base of the park
» 4-6 hours walking
» Transfer to your hotel
» Bed and English breakfast
» Accommodation: Impala Hotel/Springlands Hotel
DAY 9: END OF SAFARI
» Morning transfer for your onward arrangements
The above The Shira Route rates are inclusive of: -
» Includes meals as above
» Includes activities as above
» The entire safari is guided and hosted by professional trained guides
» Booking Conditions
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GAME RESERVES
» ARUSHA NATIONAL PARK
» LAKE MANYARA
» SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK
» DAR ES SALAAM
» MOUNT KILIMANJARO
» SELOUS GAME RESERVE
» RUAHA NATIONAL PARK
» NGORONGORO CRATER
» ZANZIBAR
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