Machame Route Kilimanjaro

7 days—Machame Route Kilimanjaro climbing

$1850-1900 USD

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Safari summary

The 7 Days Machame Route is one of the most well-liked route for climbing Mount Kilimanjaro, which is renowned for its high success rate and spectacular splendour. The ideal time to ascend Mount Kilimanjaro through the Machame route, however, varies depending on a number of variables, including the weather, population density, and individual tastes. Based on these variables, the altitude and equatorial location of Mount Kilimanjaro have an impact on the weather. The weather on the mountain varies drastically depending on the season and time of day. The mountain contains five unique climate zones, ranging from tropical to frigid. The best time to climb Mount Kilimanjaro 7 days via the Machame route is during the dry season, from June to October, due to clear skies, mild temperatures, and less muddy trails. However, this is also the peak tourist season, with crowded routes. For fewer crowds and lower prices, consider climbing during the shoulder season from November to May. Personal preferences, such as warmer or cooler temperatures, and health concerns, should also be considered. The best time to climb depends on these factors, with the dry season offering the best weather conditions, while the shoulder season offers fewer crowds and lower prices.

About this tour

	Tour type	Custom, tailor-made, private
	Main focus	Hiking \| trekking
	Activity level	Strenuous activity
	Best months	January, February, March, June, July, August, September, November, December
	Countries	Tanzania
	Parks	Kilimanjaro

Fine details

Safari highlights

Hiking | trekking

What’s included?

Accommodation
Airport transfers
All drinks
Meals
Park fees
Private vehicle and driver

What’s not included?

Alcoholic beverages
International flights
Laundry
Premium alcoholic beverages
Spa treatments
Tips and gratuities
Visas

Itinerary

Machame Gate to Machame Camp

The trek begins with the gentle ascent from the Machame Gate, the trail winds though the verdant afro-montane rainforest that beards Kilimanjaro’s lower slopes. Moss and tattered lichen dangles from tall branches, tree ferns rest in soft cradles, and begonias of multiple colors on the forest floor. Many species of birds and colobus monkeys, blue monkeys and other creatures of the forest can be seen and heard. The first camp is set amongst giant heather at Machame Camp.

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Machame Camp to Shira Camp

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Leaving from Machame cape continue on an ascending path along a steep ridge onto heather-clad moorland. The heath zone where the vegetation becomes more-sparse, attractive helichrysum and lobelia plants dominating the harsh mountain landscape. Various geological features can be observed, ranging from lava tubes to glacial valleys. Continue up a rocky ridge onto the Shira Plateau. By now you can see the Western Breach with its stunning glaciers, and after a short hike you reach the Shira Camp.

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Shira Camp- Lava Tower to Barranco

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Today is a walk-high sleep-low day. You ascend into alpine desert to Lava Tower before descending to Barranco Camp in the afternoon, passing through the strange yet beautiful ‘Garden of the Senecios’ (giant groundsel), which also features many giant lobelias. The Barranco Valley is one of the prettiest areas of the entire trail. This is long day but the next time you head to this altitude is in two days’ time, making this a great acclimatization day! Overnight at Barranco Camp.

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Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp

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Leaving Barranco cap to Karanga Camp through crossing the Barranco Wall, traverse the wall to the top of the Karanga Valley. From here, follow a path that sojourns through many inclines and declines to Karanga Camp, arriving in the late afternoon. Our selection of Karanga Camp is strategic- significant time at altitude is essential for safe acclimatization. The camp offers spectacular sunsets with views of southern glacial valleys and ice field stowering over 3000 feet above you.

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Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp

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Today is another half day ascending to Barafu Camp. Once again lunch is taken in this high camp, allowing plenty of time to relax before the summit bid. Desolate alpine desert and, at times, strong winds rip over this camp, yet in the evenings splendid views of Mawenzi Peak are the norm. A relatively early dinner is taken before resting for the evening. Overnight at Barafu Camp.

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Barafu Camp -Summit -Mweka Camp

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Ascending via Stella Point at an altitude of 18,652ft affords a relatively short final section to Uhuru Peak, the Roof of Africa! Take as many pictures as you can! After a short celebration at the summit, begin the ebullient trek down. Go slowly and enjoy the wonderful rainforest scenery as you head towards Mweka Camp, arriving before dusk. With every step the air has more and more oxygen so although your legs will be jelly your heart will be light. Overnight Mweka Camp.

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Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate

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After breakfast you descend once again through montane forest, from Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate at around mid-day, after saying farewell to your crew, you are picked up and transferred back to your hotel for a well-deserved shower and a celebratory dinner! and get ready for your flight home or your onward adventures in East Africa.

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