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Mountain Kilimanjaro Machame Route

Family,Couples, Friends & Solos

8 days | 7 nights

Activity Level: 1-3

Price

$4,594

The Machame route is for climbers who have hiking experience because is route is the hardest amongst all routes on mountain Kilimanjaro. Test yourself mentally and physically by using this route to climb Kilimanjaro. It is highly accessible to the summit and it attracts climbers from every part of the world to hike using this route. You will be able to watch the sunrise at Uhuru peak which is the highest in the all of Africa. This luxury itinerary can be tailor made to suit your interest and requirements.

HIGHLIGHTS

  • Challenging route for experienced climbers
  • Accessible to the summit
  • Sunrise at Uhuru peak
  • Tailor-made luxury itinerary

Details

  • Duration: 8 days
  • Level: Advanced
  • Accommodation: Camping
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
  • Distance: 4-8km per day
  • Elevation(ft): 2,980ft - 19,345ft
  • Hiking time: 3-8 hours per day
  • Habitat: Forest, Alpine zone, Moorland, Semi desert, Snow cape

ITINERARY

8 days | 7 nights Mountain Kilimanjaro Machame Route

Day 1: Arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport

Day 1: Arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport

Elewana Arusha coffee lodge

After arriving at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you will be welcomed by our guide who will drive you to Elewana Arusha coffee lodge where you will stay overnight. In the morning, you will be driven to Kilimanjaro National Park at the entry gate.

  • Accommodation: Elewana Arusha coffee lodge
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 2: From Arusha Town to Machame Gate

Day 2: From Arusha Town to Machame Gate

Machame camp

After breakfast, you will journey to Machame gate on Mountain Kilimanjaro National Park for registration. Porters will organize everything for the hike, and you will start walking through a rainforest towards Machame camping area.

  • Distance: 4-5km
  • Elevation(ft): 2,980m
  • Hiking time: 3-6 hours
  • Habitat: Forest/Alpine zone
  • Accommodation: Machame camp
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 3: From Machame Camp to Shira Camp

Day 3: From Machame Camp to Shira Camp

Shira camp

After an early morning breakfast, you will continue your trek from Machame camp to Shira camp passing through moorland. You will have lunch and trek through the rocky Ridge onto Shira plateau.

  • Distance: 4-6km
  • Elevation(ft): 3,840m
  • Hiking time: 4-6 hours
  • Habitat: Moorland
  • Accommodation: Shira camp
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 4: Shira Camp

Day 4: Shira Camp

Shira camp

Today is a rest day. You can explore the Shira plateau, take photos, and relax while preparing for the next day's hike.

  • Accommodation: Shira camp
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 5: From Shira Camp to Barranco Hut

Day 5: From Shira Camp to Barranco Hut

Barranco hut

This day involves a tough trek through a semi-desert and rocky landscape around the lava tower. You'll reach an altitude of 4,630m and continue towards Barranco camping site.

  • Distance: 4-7km
  • Elevation(ft): 4,630m
  • Hiking time: 4-8 hours
  • Habitat: Alpine zone
  • Accommodation: Barranco hut
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 6: From Barranco Hut to Barafu Camp

Day 6: From Barranco Hut to Barafu Camp

Barafu camp

After breakfast, you will continue your trek passing through the Karanga valley over intervening Ridges and valleys. You will reach Barafu camp where you will have dinner and stay overnight.

  • Distance: 5-7km
  • Elevation(ft): 4,650m
  • Hiking time: 3-6 hours
  • Habitat: Alpine zone
  • Accommodation: Barafu camp
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 7: From Barafu Camp to Uhuru Peak and to Mweka Camp

Day 7: From Barafu Camp to Uhuru Peak and to Mweka Camp

Mweka camp

After a heavy breakfast, you will start climbing to Uhuru peak, the most challenging part of the trek. You will spend time on the summit, then descend to Mweka camp for dinner and overnight.

  • Distance: 4-8km
  • Elevation(ft): 5,895m
  • Hiking time: 4-5 hours
  • Habitat: Snow cape
  • Accommodation: Mweka camp
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 8: From Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate and to Arusha

Day 8: From Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate and to Arusha

Keys hotel

After breakfast, you will descend to Mweka gate, where you will receive your summit certificate. From there, you will continue to Mweka village and be transferred back to Arusha. In the evening, you will be transferred to the airport to fly back home.

  • Distance: 4-5km
  • Elevation(ft): 5,895m
  • Hiking time: 4-5 hours
  • Habitat: Alpine zone
  • Accommodation: Keys hotel
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

PRICE INCLUDES

  • Park fees
  • Accommodation & meals
  • Drinking water
  • Transportation
  • A professional guide & porters
  • Rescue fees

PRICE EXCLUDES

  • Climbing gear
  • Sleeping bag
  • All flights
  • Trips (tipping guides & porters is $15 per person per day)
  • Bath towels
  • Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees)
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