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If you're a speedier hiker, you might even catch the sunrise right from the summit.\nFrom Stella Point, it's a snowy adventure all the way as we spend about an hour ascending to Uhuru Peak. And guess what? That's the highest point on Mount Kilimanjaro and the entire continent of Africa! It's quite an accomplishment.\nAfter revelling in our triumph at the summit, we start our descent by heading straight down towards Mweka Camp. Along the way, we stop at Barafu for a well-deserved lunch. The loose gravel can be a bit tricky, so gaiters and trekking poles might come in handy. 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