Shira 2 Camp to Lava Tower to Barranco Camp
• Elevation: 12,500-13,044 ft. (3810-3976 m)
• Maximum Elevation: Lava Tower, 15,190 ft. (4630 m)
• Distance: 11 km
• Hiking Time: 4-6 hours
• Habitat: Alpine Desert

After another chilly night (Matt’s wrist watch indicated 35° F inside the tent in the morning!) we awoke to another beautifully sunny day. Mt. Meru was in full view with cotton ball-like clouds spread like a blanket below and all around the peak. The first half of our day was spent gradually ascending toward Kili.

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