Mohakin Travel
Since 1999
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Duration
9 Days
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Max Altitude
5,895m / 19,341ft
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Difficulty
Moderate
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Group Size
1-12
Trek Begins
Londorossi Gate
Trek Ends
Mweka Gate
Start & End
Kilimanjaro Airport
Trek Description
Beautiful route starting on the Shira Plateau with stunning views and good acclimatization. Similar to Lemosho but starts higher. Excellent for photography enthusiasts.
Fitness Level Required:
Good physical fitness
Trek Requirements
Physical Condition4/6
Power Required4/6
Experience Given5/6
Environment Charisma6/6
Complete Journey
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Click each day to see details
What to Pack
Essential Gear List
Everything you need for a successful trek
Bags
- ✓65-75 litre rucksack with cover
- ✓35-45 litre day sack
- ✓Dry bags of different sizes
Shell
- ✓Waterproof jacket and trousers
- ✓Waterproof gaiters
- ✓Umbrella (optional)
Warmth
- ✓Warm jacket (fleece or down)
- ✓2-3 fleece tops or hiking shirts
- ✓2-3 base layers or T-shirts
- ✓Trekking trousers and shorts
- ✓Leggings or thermal bottoms
Extremities
- ✓Warm hat and buff or scarf
- ✓Sun hat
- ✓Warm gloves or mittens
- ✓Thin liner gloves
Feet
- ✓Several pairs of trekking socks
- ✓Waterproof trekking boots
- ✓Trainers or flip flops/sandals
Sleeping
- ✓3-4 season sleeping bag (comfort -5°C)
- ✓Sleeping bag liner (optional)
- ✓Stuff sack for sleeping bag
- ✓Self-inflating mat or foam mat
Personal Items
- ✓Sunglasses
- ✓Trekking poles
- ✓Headlamp with extra batteries
- ✓Power bank for charging
- ✓Water bottles (2)
- ✓Flask for hot drinks
- ✓Wash kit
- ✓Sunblock and lip balm
- ✓First aid kit
- ✓Passport and money
✓What's Included
- ✓Full organization from/to Kilimanjaro Airport
- ✓Airport pick-up and drop-off
- ✓All transfers and excursions
- ✓Full board during the trek
- ✓Boiled water, tea, coffee
- ✓Transportation to/from trailhead
- ✓Mountain tents and camping equipment
- ✓Sleeping mat
- ✓Support team (certified guides, porters, cooks)
- ✓All park fees and permits
- ✓Experienced English-speaking guide
- ✓Rescue fees
✗What's Not Included
- ✗Airfare to/from Tanzania
- ✗Visa fees
- ✗Tips for support team (recommended $250-300)
- ✗Sleeping bags and personal gear
- ✗Rental gear
- ✗Meals at hotel
- ✗Single-occupancy fee
- ✗Drinks and snacks
- ✗Personal insurance
- ✗Altitude medication
Investment
Pricing
Shira 9 Days (1-2 persons)$2,200/person
Shira 9 Days (3-4 persons)$1,800/person
Shira 9 Days (5+ persons)$1,600/person
Prices are per person and include all mentioned services
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