The Shira Plateau is one of the most scenic and accessible areas on Mount Kilimanjaro, offering dramatic high-altitude landscapes without the need for a multi-day climb. This day trip allows you to experience Kilimanjaro’s alpine environment, unique vegetation, and sweeping views in a single rewarding day.

Trip Highlights

• Scenic drive onto Mount Kilimanjaro

• Short guided hike on the Shira Plateau

• Open moorland and volcanic landscapes

• Unique high-altitude plants and birdlife

• Panoramic views of Kibo Peak on clear days

• Picnic lunch inside the mountain environment

Perfect for: Adventure seekers, photographers, light hikers, travelers short on time

Detailed Itinerary – Shira Plateau Day Trip

07:00 – 08:00 | Morning Pick-Up

Your professional guide from Superior Kilimanjaro and Safaris will pick you up from your hotel in Moshi or Arusha. Enjoy a scenic drive through villages and forested areas toward Mount Kilimanjaro National Park.

10:00 | Arrival at Londorossi Gate

Arrive at the western entrance of Kilimanjaro National Park for registration and permits. Your guide will provide a briefing about the day’s activities and safety at altitude.

11:00 – 13:00 | Drive to Shira Plateau

Continue by vehicle to the Shira Plateau, ascending through forest and heath zones. Along the way, enjoy changing landscapes and occasional wildlife sightings such as colobus monkeys and antelope.

13:00 – 14:30 | Guided Walk on the Plateau

Explore the Shira Plateau on a gentle guided walk. Walk through wide-open alpine meadows, volcanic rock formations, and ancient lava flows while learning about Kilimanjaro’s geology, ecology, and climbing routes. On clear days, enjoy stunning views of Kibo Peak.

14:30 – 15:30 | Picnic Lunch

Enjoy a packed picnic lunch surrounded by vast high-altitude scenery and fresh mountain air. Take time for photography and relaxation before the descent.

15:30 – 18:30 | Descent and Return

After lunch, descend gradually back toward the park gate and begin the drive back to Moshi or Arusha. Arrival at your hotel is expected in the early evening.

What’s Included

• Hotel pick-up and drop-off

• Transport with professional driver-guide

• Kilimanjaro National Park fees

• Guided walk on the Shira Plateau

• Picnic lunch and drinking water

Why Choose Superior Kilimanjaro and Safaris

• Experienced Kilimanjaro-trained guides

• Well-maintained vehicles suitable for mountain terrain

• Safe and informative high-altitude experiences

• Personalized service and flexible itineraries