After breakfast, we leave the glades of the rain forest and continue on an ascending path, crossing the little valley walking along a steep rocky ridge, covered with heather, until the ridge ends. The route now turns west onto a river gorge. Time for rest, dinner, and overnight at the Shira campsite.

Machame Camp to Shira Camp.

Elevation (ft): 9,400ft to 12,500ft.

Distance: 5 km.

Hiking Time: 4-6 hours.

Habitat: Moorland.