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Lemosho Route / Day 3

Shira 1 Camp (11,500 ft) > Moir Hut Camp (13,800 ft)

Climbing Mt Kilimanjaro Footprints in the Dirt

Africa· Tanzania // Mount Kilimanjaro Tanzania Location: [post_gps_latitude], [post_gps_longitude]

We gained another 2,000 or so feet today, but it was very different terrain to yesterday. It was much flatter, and without the effects of altitude would have been a pretty leisurely hike. We really only started climbing about half way, as we got to Fischer Camp (named in memory of mountaineer Scott Fischer of the 1996 Everest disaster notoriety (see Into Thin Air by Jon Krakauer).

The landscape is still very much heath zone, with rocky ground and low grasses and shrubs. There are still lots of Everlastings and some of the equally distinctive and quite beautiful Giant Lobelias with their concentric rings of leaves.

Moir Hut Camp is a bit more protected than Shira 1 Camp, but it’s still pretty exposed. To the east, we have a drop off where we look down over the tops of the clouds. And to the west we have a much better view of Kibo Summit, by now towering above us.

And it’s starting to get cold now. A light drizzle at dusk turns to freezing rain by dark. By morning, our tents are covered in frost.

Climbing Mt Kilimanjaro Porters Walking

Climbing Mt Kilimanjaro Scott Fisher Memorial

The Scott Fischer memorial plaque.

Climbing Mt Kilimanjaro Stone Cairn and Porters

Climbing Mt Kilimanjaro Everlastings Flowers

Climbing Mt Kilimanjaro Old Man's Beard

Climbing Mt Kilimanjaro Giant Lobelia

Giant Lobelia.

Climbing Mt Kilimanjaro Grasses

Climbing Mt Kilimanjaro Trail Rocks

Climbing Mt Kilimanjaro Navigating the Rocks

Climbing Mt Kilimanjaro Rose Crown Flowers

Rose Crowns.

Climbing Mt Kilimanjaro Shira 1 Camp Tents

Shira 1 Camp.

Climbing Mt Kilimanjaro Moir Hut Camp

Moir Hut Camp.

Climbing Mt Kilimanjaro Peak with Clouds and Snow

Kibo Summit.

Climbing Kilimanjaro

This is part of a climb diary I put together with photos from each day on the Lemosho Route. You can find the other posts below. I’ve also included some gear tips for climbing Kilimanjaro and some ideas on what to expect from your climb.

  • Lemosho Route / Day 1
  • Lemosho Route / Day 2
  • Lemosho Route / Day 3
  • Lemosho Route / Day 4
  • Lemosho Route / Day 5
  • Lemosho Route / Day 6
  • Lemosho Route / Day 7
  • Lemosho Route / Day 8
  • Tips, Gear Recommendations, and What to Expect When Climbing Kilimanjaro

Where to Next?

  • Mt Kilimanjaro Stars and Camp at Lava Tower
    Climbing Kilimanjaro
  • Mt Kilimanjaro Rainforest
    Lemosho Route / Day 8
  • Mt Kilimanjaro Tents and Stars
    Lemosho Route / Day 4
  • Mt Kilimanjaro Beautiful Sunset Above the Clouds
    Lemosho Route / Day 5
  • Mt Kilimanjaro Summit Uhuru Peak
    Lemosho Route / Day 7
  • Mt Kilimanjaro Crater Camp Ice Glacier
    Lemosho Route / Day 6
  • Climbing Mt Kilimanjaro Tanzania Hikers on Plain with Peak
    Lemosho Route / Day 2
  • Mt Kilimanjaro Lemosho Glades Trailhead Forest Trail
    Lemosho Route / Day 1
  • Mt Kilimanjaro Stars and Camp at Lava Tower
    Climbing Kilimanjaro: Tips, Gear Recommendations, and What to Expect


Travel Advice for Africa Tanzania

You can find the latest U.S. Department of State travel advisories and information for Africa Tanzania (such as entry visa requirements and vaccination requirements) here.

The British and Australian governments offer their own country-specific travel information. You can find the British Government's travel advice for Africa Tanzania here and the Australian Government's here.

Health & Vaccinations

The CDC makes country-specific recommendations for vaccinations and health for travelers. You can find their latest information for Africa Tanzania here.

David Coleman Photography

I take photos. I travel. I write. I do it for a living. Seven continents. Dozens of countries. Up mountains. Under water. And a bunch of places in between. You can find my main site at havecamerawilltravel.com. Or check out what’s in my go-to travel photography kit. Or get in touch here.


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About David Coleman

I take photos. I travel. I write. I do it for a living.

I’m based in Washington, DC.

You can find my photography gear reviews and tips at havecamerawilltravel.com/photographer.

David Coleman Photography

I take photos. I travel. I write. I do it for a living. Seven continents. Dozens of countries. Up mountains. Under water. And a bunch of places in between. You can find my main site at havecamerawilltravel.com. Or check out what’s in my go-to travel photography kit. Or get in touch here.

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