{"product_id":"7-day-shira-route","title":"7-Day Shira Route","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal; mso-outline-level: 1;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 24.0pt; font-family: 'Calibri Light',sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: major-latin; mso-font-kerning: 18.0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003e7-Day Shira Route – Full Itinerary Description\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; font-family: 'Calibri Light',sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: major-latin; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003eThe Shira Route approaches Mount Kilimanjaro from the west and begins at a higher elevation than most routes, offering expansive views from the start. Known for its wide open landscapes and gradual ascent, this route crosses the Shira Plateau before joining the Machame Route. Trekkers experience diverse ecosystems, dramatic volcanic formations, and breathtaking summit views.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; font-family: 'Calibri Light',sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: major-latin; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003eBelow is the complete day-by-day itinerary.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Calibri Light',sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: major-latin; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal; mso-outline-level: 2;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 18.0pt; font-family: 'Calibri Light',sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: major-latin; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003eDay 1: Shira Gate (3,400m) → Shira Camp 1 (3,500m)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; font-family: 'Calibri Light',sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: major-latin; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003eHiking Time:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; font-family: 'Calibri Light',sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: major-latin; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003e 1–2 hours\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eHabitat:\u003c\/b\u003e Moorland\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; font-family: 'Calibri Light',sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: major-latin; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003eYour adventure begins with a drive to Shira Gate, where registration and briefing take place. The trek starts across the vast Shira Plateau, one of the highest plateaus on Earth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; font-family: 'Calibri Light',sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: major-latin; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003eThe trail is gentle, allowing your body to begin acclimatizing while enjoying panoramic views of the mountain and surrounding plains.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; font-family: 'Calibri Light',sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: major-latin; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003eYou arrive at Shira Camp 1, located in open moorland with spectacular views of Kibo Peak.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Calibri Light',sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: major-latin; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal; mso-outline-level: 2;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 18.0pt; font-family: 'Calibri Light',sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: major-latin; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003eDay 2: Shira Camp 1 (3,500m) → Shira Camp 2 (3,850m)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; font-family: 'Calibri Light',sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: major-latin; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003eHiking Time:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; font-family: 'Calibri Light',sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: major-latin; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003e 4–6 hours\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eHabitat:\u003c\/b\u003e Moorland\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; font-family: 'Calibri Light',sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: major-latin; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003eToday you continue across the Shira Plateau, a unique and expansive landscape formed by ancient volcanic activity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; font-family: 'Calibri Light',sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: major-latin; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003eThe terrain is open and scenic, with giant lobelias and senecio plants dotting the landscape.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; font-family: 'Calibri Light',sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: major-latin; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003eArrival at Shira Camp 2 provides excellent views and prepares you for higher elevations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Calibri Light',sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: major-latin; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal; mso-outline-level: 2;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 18.0pt; font-family: 'Calibri Light',sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: major-latin; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003eDay 3: Shira Camp 2 (3,850m) → Lava Tower (4,630m) → Barranco Camp (3,960m)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; font-family: 'Calibri Light',sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: major-latin; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003eHiking Time:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; font-family: 'Calibri Light',sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: major-latin; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003e 6–7 hours\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eHabitat:\u003c\/b\u003e Alpine Desert\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; font-family: 'Calibri Light',sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: major-latin; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003eThis important acclimatization day follows the “climb high, sleep low” principle. You ascend to Lava Tower, a dramatic volcanic rock formation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; font-family: 'Calibri Light',sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: major-latin; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003eAfter spending time at higher altitude, you descend to Barranco Camp, allowing your body to adjust.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; font-family: 'Calibri Light',sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: major-latin; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003eBarranco Camp offers incredible views of glaciers and towering cliffs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Calibri Light',sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: major-latin; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal; mso-outline-level: 2;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 18.0pt; font-family: 'Calibri Light',sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: major-latin; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003eDay 4: Barranco Camp (3,960m) → Karanga Camp (4,035m)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; font-family: 'Calibri Light',sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: major-latin; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003eHiking Time:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; font-family: 'Calibri Light',sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: major-latin; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003e 4–5 hours\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eHabitat:\u003c\/b\u003e Alpine Desert\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; font-family: 'Calibri Light',sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: major-latin; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003eThe day begins with the climb up Barranco Wall, a thrilling but manageable scramble.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; font-family: 'Calibri Light',sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: major-latin; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003eYou descend into Karanga Valley before climbing to Karanga Camp, surrounded by rugged alpine terrain.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Calibri Light',sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: major-latin; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal; mso-outline-level: 2;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 18.0pt; font-family: 'Calibri Light',sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: major-latin; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003eDay 5: Karanga Camp (4,035m) → Barafu Camp (4,640m)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; font-family: 'Calibri Light',sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: major-latin; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003eHiking Time:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; font-family: 'Calibri Light',sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: major-latin; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003e 4–5 hours\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eHabitat:\u003c\/b\u003e Alpine Desert\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; font-family: 'Calibri Light',sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: major-latin; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003eYou continue ascending toward Barafu Camp, your base for the summit attempt.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; font-family: 'Calibri Light',sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: major-latin; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003eRest and preparation are essential before the summit push.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Calibri Light',sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: major-latin; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal; mso-outline-level: 2;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 18.0pt; font-family: 'Calibri Light',sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: major-latin; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003eDay 6 (Summit Day): Barafu Camp (4,640m) → Uhuru Peak (5,895m) → Mweka Camp (3,100m)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; font-family: 'Calibri Light',sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: major-latin; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003eHiking Time:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; font-family: 'Calibri Light',sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: major-latin; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003e 12–15 hours\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eHabitat:\u003c\/b\u003e Arctic Zone to Rainforest\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; font-family: 'Calibri Light',sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: major-latin; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003eYou begin your summit ascent before midnight, climbing steep slopes toward Stella Point.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; font-family: 'Calibri Light',sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: major-latin; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003eFrom there, you continue to Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; font-family: 'Calibri Light',sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: major-latin; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003eAfter celebrating, descend to Mweka Camp for rest.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Calibri Light',sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: major-latin; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal; mso-outline-level: 2;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 18.0pt; font-family: 'Calibri Light',sans-serif; 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mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003e 4–5 hours\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eHabitat:\u003c\/b\u003e Rainforest\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; font-family: 'Calibri Light',sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: major-latin; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003eYour final descent leads through rainforest to Mweka Gate, where certificates are awarded and transfer to your hotel follows.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Calibri Light',sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: major-latin; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; 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