Shira Cave Camp lies on the Shira Plateau next to a small lava cave that porters once used as shelter.

It is known for spectacular sunsets, with Mount Meru floating above the clouds to the west and Kibo rising close by to the east.

• Type: Mountain camp
• Altitude: 3,750 m
• Vegetation zone: Moorland
• Facilities: Tent pitches with private mountain tents and a mess tent set up by your crew, toilets and a ranger post

Licaon treks that stay here

• 6 Days Kilimanjaro Trek – Machame Route (night 2)
• 7 Days Kilimanjaro Trek – Machame Route (night 2)