Mount Kilimanjaro Machame route (Day 3/7) Shira Camp (3840m) to Lava Tower (4630m) to Barranco camp (3950m)

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Joeffroy Otayek

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Distance: 6.62 mi
Elevation gain: 2,572 ft
Technical difficulty: Moderate
Elevation loss: 2,093 ft
Max elevation: 15,101 ft
TrailRank: 54 3
Min elevation: 12,583 ft
Trail type: One Way

Moving time: 3 hours 48 minutes
Time: 7 hours 22 minutes
Coordinates: 1948
Uploaded: January 24, 2022
Recorded: January 2022

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near Barangata, Kilimanjaro (Tanzania)

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Environment: Semi Desert

This will be the toughest day so far, as you will ascent to higher elevations which may cause
symptoms of breathlessness, headache, etc. However, the beauty of this trek is that you will not be exposed to these altitudes for long, and the night you will spend at Barranco camp will allow your body to process those altitudes and adjust accordingly. The route starts with a hike through semi desert and rocky landscapes, and after 5 hours of hiking, you will be resting and eating a prepared lunch. After that point you will then continue to ascend until you reach the majestic Lava Tower, which will be the highest point. Fortunately, after taking in the views of this surreal landscape, you
will descend 680m to your campsite, which will take around 2 hours. At the campsite you will be able to rest while taking in the majestic views of the Western Breach and the Breach wall. While the porters prepare the hot meal, you will enjoy an unforgettable sunset.