Elevation: 1830m/6000ft to 3850m/12,600ft Distance: 8km/5mi Hiking Time: 4-5 hours Habitat: Montane Forest The drive from Arusha to the trailhead takes about 4 hours. We hike through the rain forest on a winding trail up a ridge. At lower elevations the trail can be muddy and slippery. Gaiters and trekking poles are a good idea here. We continue a short distance until we reach the Shira Camp. An overnight at Shira 2 Camp.