Shira
Kilimanjaro National Park, Kilimanjaro, Tanzania
Out-and-back trail in Kilimanjaro National Park, Kilimanjaro, Tanzania. Hiking.
- Distance
- 7.7 mi (12.4 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 771 ft (235 m)
- Est. Time
- 2 hr 50 min
- High point
- 11,926 ft (3,635 m)
- Difficulty
- Hard
- Route type
- Out & back
Questions about Shira
How long is Shira?
Shira is 7.7 mi (12.4 km) long. Most people take about 2 hr 50 min. It climbs 771 ft (235 m) in total, up to a high point of 11,926 ft (3,635 m).
How hard is Shira?
GoTrails rates it Hard, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Shira?
No parking mapped: check before you drive.
Are there water and toilets on Shira?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: Trailhead.
Is Shira shaded?
No shade: full sun.
What can you do on Shira?
Best for Hiking.
Is this a good week for Shira?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
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