Kilimanjaro Shira Plateau Private Day Hike from Arusha

Arusha, Tanzania
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Private tourOnly your group will participate
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Overview

Stand on Kilimanjaro without climbing for a week. This private day hike takes you to the Shira Plateau, a vast high-altitude plateau at about 3,600 meters, with Africa's highest peak rising right in front of you.

You leave Arusha early and drive to Londorossi Gate on the quiet western side of the mountain, then continue by 4x4 through rainforest and heather up onto the plateau. With a licensed mountain guide you hike for 3 to 4 hours across moorland dotted with giant groundsels and volcanic rock, towards the Shira Cathedral and Shira Camp, used by climbers on the Lemosho and Machame routes.

It is a great choice if you want a taste of Kilimanjaro, or to acclimatize before a climb. A picnic lunch is served on the plateau. Park fees, rescue fees, lunch, water and private transport are all included. Good fitness is needed, as the altitude makes the walk harder than it looks.

What's included

  • Private 4x4 vehicle from Arusha to the plateau and back
  • Bottled water
  • Kilimanjaro National Park entrance and rescue fees
  • Picnic lunch box served on the Shira Plateau
  • Tips for your guide and driver are optional
  • Hiking boots, warm jacket and rain gear (bring your own)

What to expect

  1. Mount Kilimanjaro
    6h · Admission ticket included
    Enter Kilimanjaro National Park at Londorossi Gate on the quiet western side of the mountain, then drive up through montane forest to the Shira Plateau, one of the highest plateaus in the world at around 3,600 meters. With your mountain guide you hike for about 3 to 4 hours across the heather and moorland zone, past giant groundsels and volcanic rock, towards the Shira Cathedral and Shira Camp, with the snow-capped Kibo summit towering in front of you. A picnic lunch is served on the plateau before the descent and drive back to Arusha. No climbing experience is needed, but the altitude makes the walk feel harder than it looks.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

Pickup is from any hotel, lodge or Airbnb in Arusha town. Pickup usually starts around 5:30 AM because Londorossi Gate on the western side of Kilimanjaro is about 3.5 hours away. Please share your accommodation name and contact number when booking. Your guide will confirm the exact pickup time the day before.

Additional information

  • 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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