8 Days Kilimanjaro Shira Route Trek Price from Arusha 2026,2027

8 Days Shira Route Trek Price Overview

Cost from Arusha, Tanzania

The average cost of an 8 Days Shira Route trek from Arusha ranges between $2,200 and $3,200 per person. Prices depend on group size, operator quality, and level of service (budget, mid-range, or premium private climb).

Group climbs are usually cheaper, while private climbs with enhanced comfort, better tents, and more experienced guides cost more. The Shira Route is slightly more expensive due to the vehicle transfer to the high-altitude starting point and extended mountain support.

What is Included in the Price?

The package includes all mandatory Kilimanjaro National Park fees such as conservation, camping, and rescue fees.

You are supported by a full mountain crew including professional guides, assistant guides, porters, and a cook who prepares meals throughout the trek.

All meals during the climb are included, along with transport from Arusha to Londorossi Gate and Shira Plateau, and return from Mweka Gate after descent. Camping equipment such as tents, mattresses, dining tents, and cooking gear is also provided.

Safety equipment like oxygen cylinders, pulse oximeters, and first aid kits are included to support altitude safety and monitoring.

What is Excluded in the Price?

Exclusions include international flights, Tanzania visa fees, travel insurance, and personal trekking gear such as boots, jackets, gloves, and sleeping bags.

Tips for guides, porters, and cooks are not included but are customary and highly appreciated.

Additional costs such as hotel accommodation in Arusha before and after the trek, personal snacks, drinks, souvenirs, and optional services (like private toilet tent) may also be excluded depending on the package.

Day 1: Arusha to Londorossi Gate to Shira 1 Camp – Plateau Start

Elevation: ~1,400m to 3,600m to 3,850m | Hiking Time: 1–2 hours

Your journey begins in Arusha with a drive to Londorossi Gate for registration and permits. After clearance, you continue by vehicle to the Shira Plateau starting point.

The first hike is short but important for acclimatization. You walk across open moorland with wide views of Mount Kilimanjaro’s summit.

Day 2: Shira 1 Camp to Shira 2 Camp – Plateau Traverse

Elevation: 3,850m to 3,900m | Hiking Time: 3–5 hours

A gentle trekking day across the Shira Plateau helps your body adjust to altitude. The terrain is mostly flat and scenic, with volcanic landscapes and views of Kibo Peak.

You arrive early at Shira 2 Camp for rest and optional acclimatization walks in the surrounding area.

Day 3: Shira 2 Camp to Moir Hut – Acclimatization Hike

Elevation: 3,900m to 4,200m | Hiking Time: 5–6 hours

The trail gradually ascends into alpine desert terrain. This day includes acclimatization hikes to improve oxygen adaptation.

Moir Hut is a quiet and remote campsite, offering excellent conditions for altitude adjustment.

Day 4: Moir Hut to Lava Tower to Barranco Camp – Climb High Sleep Low

Elevation: 4,200m to 4,600m to 3,900m | Hiking Time: 6–7 hours

This is a key acclimatization day. You ascend to Lava Tower, then descend to Barranco Camp.

The altitude gain and loss helps your body adapt, improving summit success chances significantly.

Day 5: Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp – Barranco Wall

Elevation: 3,900m to 4,035m | Hiking Time: 4–5 hours

The day begins with the famous Barranco Wall climb, a fun and non-technical scramble guided by your crew.

After the wall, you continue through ridges and valleys with glacier views before reaching Karanga Camp.

Day 6: Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp – Base Camp

Elevation: 4,035m to 4,673m | Hiking Time: 4–5 hours

You ascend through alpine desert terrain to Barafu Camp, the final base camp before the summit.

After arrival, you rest and prepare for the midnight summit attempt with a full briefing from guides.

Day 7: Barafu Camp to Uhuru Peak to Mweka Camp – Summit Day

Elevation: 4,673m to 5,895m to 3,100m | Hiking Time: 10–14 hours

The summit climb begins at midnight in cold and dark conditions. You ascend slowly to Stella Point and continue to Uhuru Peak.

After reaching the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro, you descend back to Barafu for rest and continue down to Mweka Camp.

Day 8: Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate – Final Descent

Elevation: 3,100m to 1,640m | Hiking Time: 4–6 hours

The final descent takes you through rainforest to Mweka Gate. You receive your summit certificate before returning to Arusha.