Day Trip

Starting from Moshi or Arusha 

Leave early in the morning from Moshi or Arusha to make the most of the day.If you start from Arusha you will start at 6:00am if you will start from Moshi you will start at 7:30am It takes around 3 hours by car from Arusha and 2 hours from Moshi to get to Londorossi Gate, the entrance to Kilimanjaro National Park.

Londorossi Gate to Murrum Barrier
Once you arrive at Londorossi Gate, you'll need to do some paperwork before starting your hike. From Londorossi Gate, it's about a 30-45min drive by car to reach Murrum Barrier, where your hike will begin.

Murrum Barrier to Shira Plateau
The hike from Murrum Barrier to Shira Plateau takes approximately 2-3 hours. During this time, you'll cover a distance of around 4 kilometers. You'll be ascending in elevation from about 3,400 meters at Murrum Barrier to 3,700 meters at Shira Plateau.

Optional Extension to Cathedral Point
For those who want an extra challenge and more beautiful views, there's an option to hike to Cathedral Point. The hike from Shira Plateau to Cathedral Point is about 4 kilometers each way, taking an additional 2-3 hours.
At Cathedral Point, you'll reach an elevation of around 3,800 meters. Returning After enjoying the stunning scenery, it's time to head back.

The hike back from Shira Plateau to Murrum Barrier takes roughly the same amount of time, around 1-2 hours.

Then, it's another 30min by car from Murrum Barrier back to Londorossi Gate. Once you're back at Londorossi Gate, your day hike comes to an end. You can then head back to Moshi or Arusha, reflecting on the amazing adventure you've had on Kilimanjaro Day hike.