About this experience
The Shira Route is one of the less-trodden routes on Mt. Kilimanjaro that starts close Shira Ridge. It begins the western side of the mountain and is practically indistinguishable to the Lemosho Route. In spite of the fact that Shira is considered a beautiful and shifted route, because of the higher rise of the beginning stage, it is conceivable climbers could encounter side effects of elevation disorder as ahead of schedule as the primary day.
At a glance
- Duration: 168 hr
Plan your experience
Set aside 168 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
What is included
- Emergency first-aid kit
- Park entry fees
- 3 hot meals daily while on the mountain
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Breakfast
- Friendly and professional mountain guides, cook and porters
- Government taxes
- Transportation to & from the Kilimanjaro gate
- Camping fees
- Enough treated & filtered drinking water throughout the trek
- 2 nights of accommodation in Moshi.
- 4 Season mountain tents
- Hot water for washing
- Team Kilimanjaro Rescue fees
- 18% VAT on tour fees & services
- Portable oxygen tanks & ox meter
- Private transport to & from Kilimanjaro International Airport to your accommodations in Moshi.
- Double layered Sleeping Mats
Not included
- Travel insurance
- Flights
- Tips for guides, porters and cook
Itinerary and highlights
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Meeting and pickup information
- -Airport -Bus station
Languages and tickets
- German — Guide
- English — Guide
- French — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Kilisa Tours & Safaris
Accessibility and practical details
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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-Bus station
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