After breakfast, you'll continue your ascent through the rainforest and into the moorlands. You'll pass through the stunning Shira Plateau, which offers spectacular views of the surrounding landscape. The hike takes about 4-6 hours, and you'll set up camp at Shira Camp for the night. 

 Shira Camp (3,750m) to Lava Tower (4,630m) to Barranco Camp (3,976m) Today is a challenging day, as you'll climb to the Lava Tower and then descend to Barranco Camp for the night. The hike takes about 7-8 hours, and you'll be rewarded with stunning views of the mountain and surrounding landscape. 

Hiking Time: 7-9 hours  , this day is also known as the "Barranco Wall" day. The hike involves some scrambling and can be challenging, but the views from the top of the wall are worth it. Afterward, the trail descends into the Karanga Valley before climbing again to Barafu Camp.

  Elevation: 4,673 meters (15,331 feet) to 5,895 meters (19,341 feet) to 3,068 meters (10,065 feet)

Hiking Time: 13-15 hours this is the summit day, where you will wake up early in the morning to start the climb to the summit. After reaching the peak, you will descend back to Barafu Camp before continuing on to Mweka Camp.

Elevation: 3,068 meters (10,065 feet) to 1,640 meters (5,380 feet)

Hiking Time: 3-5 hours t his is the final day of the hike, where you will descend to Mweka Gate to receive your summit certificate to drive you back to the hotel in Moshi or Arusha.