We continue ascending the trail leading to the rainforest and tall grasses in Savannah land. As we continue ascending through the rolling hills, we reach the Shira Ridge before dropping slowly down to Shira 1 Camp. Here we catch our first glance of Kibo across the plateau.

Elevation: 2895m
Distance: 8 km
Walking time: 5 hours

Today is a pretty day as we will spend a full day exploring one of the highest plateaus on earth the Shira Plateau. Then proceed with a gentle walk up to Shira 2 Camp. We then take another direction from the main trail to Moir Hut. Several walks are available on Lent Hills marking the day as excellent for acclimatization.

Elevation: 3505m
Distance: 11 km
Walking time: 6 to 8 hours

Today is a pretty day for acclimatization over the route as trekkers trek high from 4206m to about 4629 m above sea level and overnight at a low elevation point at Barranco Camp which is 3960 m above sea level.

Elevation: 4206m to 4629m to 3960m
Distance: 10 km
Walking time: 9 hours

Early in the morning after breakfast, we commence hiking up to the great Barranco wall for approximately 1 hour, a steep wall but not difficult, passing through the famous rock. Have a short break enjoying your snacks with some water while taking some photos.

Due to weather, the mountain peak can be seen clearly from this point. After a short break, we proceed to look forward to descending and ascending the Karanga valley before we reach the camp for lunch.

Elevation: 3963m to 3994m
Walking time: 5 hours

Early in the morning, we are leaving Karanga camp, we continue trekking through the rock ridges until we connect our trail with the Mweka Trail. We proceed trekking to Barafu camp where we will have our lunch and enjoy an early dinner. Then prepare yourself for the summit day.

Elevation: 3994m to 4673m
Distance: 4km
Walking time: 5 hours

Today we wake up very early at midnight, then we begin our summit day trekking. We ascend in the darkness for several hours while taking frequent but short breaks. Near Stella Point, you will be rewarded with the most magnificent sunrise.

Then finally, we arrive at Uhuru Peak, the highest point on Mount Kilimanjaro and the roof of Africa. Take a few pictures and enjoy your achievements. Then we now descend straight down to the Mweka Hut campsite. Later in the evening, we will enjoy our last dinner on the mountain.

Elevation: 4673m to 5895m
Distance: 5 km
Walking time: 7 hours

Today marks the end of our trek for the 8 days trekking program. When reaching the Mweka gate we will collect Kilimanjaro summit Certificate, then the vehicle will be ready to pick us up back to the hotel in Arusha/ Moshi.

Elevation: 3067m to 1639m
Distance: 10 km
Walking time: 3 to 4 hours