Kilimanjaro Machame
Route - 8 Days

Embark on an exhilarating 8-day adventure along the Machame Route, renowned for its breathtaking scenery and varied ecosystems. From lush rainforests to alpine deserts and the snow-capped summit of Uhuru Peak, this route offers the ultimate Kilimanjaro climbing experience. Perfect for moderately experienced trekkers, the journey provides ample time for acclimatization, ensuring a higher success rate for reaching Africa’s highest point.

8 Day Trip-From USD 1750 pp

Trip Highlights

  • Conquer Mount Kilimanjaro via the scenic Machame Route.
  • Witness diverse landscapes, from rainforests to ice fields.
  • Challenge yourself with a night-time summit attempt.
  • Enjoy expert guidance and support from experienced guides and porters.
  • Earn a lifetime achievement certificate for reaching Uhuru Peak.

What's Included

  • Accommodation: Two nights in Moshi (before and after the climb).
  • Meals: Breakfast in Moshi; all meals on the mountain.
  • Guides & Porters: Professional mountain guide, assistant guides, chef, and porters.
  • Park Fees: All National Park entry and camping fees.
  • Equipment: Tents, sleeping mats, and cooking gear.
  • Transport: Airport transfers and transportation to/from the Machame Gate.
  • Drinking Water: Boiled and filtered water on the trek.

What's Excluded

  • International and domestic flights.
  • Climbing gear (available for rent).
  • Personal expenses (e.g., laundry, phone calls, extra snacks).
  • Travel insurance and evacuation fees.
  • Tips for guides, porters, and chef (recommended $250-300 per person).

Trip Breakdown

Day 1- pick up at the airport to our hotel Moshi for over night
Day 2- another night in Moshi hotel
Day 3 drive start from the hotel to Machame Gate to Machame Hut (Full Board)
The climb starts from machame gate (1830m), we walk through the lush lower slopes of Mt. Kilimanjaro. Slowly gaining altitude while enjoying the diverse flora and fauna of the rain forest, you will arrive to the first Machame Hut, situated at 3000m above sea level. If is a clear day we may get our first closer look at the glaciated dome of Kibo if the evening clouds permit. Machame Gate to Machame Hut (3,000 m): 6-7 hours walking.

Day 4-Machame Camp to Shira Camp (Full Board)
A shorter day climbing up a steep ridge to reach a small semicircular cliff know as Picnic site, and continue up a gentler ascent through the lower alpine moorland, which is known for beautiful wild alpine flowers. The most spectacular views of Kibo peak can be seen from Shira Camp. Machame Hut to Shira Camp (3,840m); 4-6 hours walking.

Day 5 Shira Camp to Barranco Valley (Full Board)
Today we walk on a gentle ascent and panoramic views. We traverse the southwest side of Kilimanjaro, passing underneath the Lava Tower and the final section of the Western Breach and after hot lunch the bottom of the Lava Tower (4,600 m.) we descend to the bottom of the Great Barranco valley (3,900 m.). Shira Camp to Barranco valley (3,900 m.): 5-7 hours walking.

Day 6 -Barranco Camp to Barafu Camp (Full Board)
A steep climb up the eastern wall leads us just below the Heim Glacier, where we may have some spectacular views of Kilimanjaro. We then take a steep exit up the Great Barranco Wall, which divides us from the southeastern slopes of Kibo, the trail continues down into the alpine desert of the Karanga Valley. After a short break for a hot lunch we take a steep climb out of Karanga, and an easy path on compacted scree with wide views through this empty and dry landscape up to Barafu Camp. The two peaks Kibo and Mawenzi can been seen from Barafu Camp. After a hot lunch at the Camp, The remainder of the day is spent resting as we prepare for the final ascent before an early night summit walk. Barranco Camp to Barafu Camp (4,600 m): 7-9 hours walking.

Day 7- Barafu Camp to Summit to Mweka Camp (Full Board)
Wake up before midnight in the cover of darkness. We begin a steep climb over loose volcanic scree has some well-graded zig-zags and a slow but steady pace will take us to rim of the main crater, Stella Point, at 5,735m. We will rest there for few minutes to enjoy the sunrise over Mawenzi. Those who are still feeling good can continue slowly to make the two hour round trip from here along the crater rim to main peak (5,895 m), which is the highest point in Africa. After a few minutes to appreciate your accomplishment we descend to Barafu is amazingly fast, and we stop at Barafu Camp for some refreshment, we continue to descend to reach Mweka Camp. Barafu Camp to Summit to Mweka Camp (3100 m): 13-15 hours walking.

Day 8 -Descent – Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate to Moshi.
A gentle walk takes us down through the rainforest to Mweka gate successful climbers will receive their summit certificates. After lunch drive to Moshi end of tour.

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