Kilimanjaro Uncovered

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Northern Circuit Day 3

Shira 1 (3,500m/11,500ft) to Shira 2 camp (3,800m/12,500ft)

Distance: 7km/4mi, 3-4 hours (plus 2h afternoon optional “bonus” hike)

Altitude: 300m/1,000ft up in elevation (plus 200m/660ft “bonus” hike)

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Northern Circuit Day 2

Mti Mkubwa (2,800m / 9,200ft) to Shira 1 camp (3,500m/11,500ft)

Distance: 8km/5mi, 5-6 hours

Altitude: 700m/2,300ft up in elevation

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