seven day machame private trek

7 days—This is 7 days Machame route private trek.That take you to the peak of uhuru peak of 5895m.

$1800-2000 USD

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7 Day Machame Private Trek

The 7-day Machame private trek is a popular route for climbing Mount Kilimanjaro in Tanzania. The Machame route is known for its scenic beauty and high success rates due to its excellent acclimatization profile. This trek typically involves camping along the route, with a private guide and support staff to assist climbers throughout the journey.

Route Overview: The Machame route, also known as the “Whiskey Route,” is one of the most scenic routes on Mount Kilimanjaro. It is a challenging route that offers stunning views of the mountain and its surroundings. The seven-day itinerary allows for better acclimatization compared to shorter routes, increasing the chances of reaching the summit successfully.

Private Trek Experience: Opting for a private trek on the Machame route provides a more personalized experience for climbers. Having a private guide allows for flexibility in pacing and itinerary adjustments based on individual preferences and physical condition. Additionally, private treks often include a dedicated support team, including porters and cooks, ensuring a comfortable and enjoyable journey.

Benefits of Private Trek:7 days Machame

Personalized attention from an experienced guide
Flexibility in itinerary and pace
Dedicated support staff for comfort and convenience
Enhanced privacy and exclusivity during the trek

About this tour

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

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Safari highlights

Hiking | trekking

What’s included?

Accommodation
All drinks
Meals
Park fees
Private vehicle and driver

What’s not included?

Internal flights
International flights
Tips and gratuities
Visas

Itinerary

Machame gate-Machame camp

Kilimanjaro

Hiking time: 5-7 hours | Distance: 11km | Altitude gain: 1,200m/3,900ft After breakfast, the group will be driven to Machame Gate where your climb will begin.Upon arrival at the gate, you will register with the park authorities. The first day of hiking is relatively easy, with a gentle gradient as you make your way through the rainforest. You may spot blue monkeys and various bird species. After a few hours of hiking, you will reach Machame Camp where you will have dinner and overnight.

Accommodation: Tents at Machame Camp

Machame cam-shira camp

Kilimanjaro

Hiking time: 4-6 hours | Distance: 5km | Altitude gain: 840m/2,760ft After breakfast, you will continue your trek through the moorland zone towards Shira Camp. The trail becomes steeper and rockier. You will pass vegetation such as giant groundsels and lobelias. As you ascend, you will notice a change in scenery with more open views of the mountain. Shira Camp is located on a plateau and offers stunning views of Mount Meru and Kibo Peak. You will have dinner and overnight at Shira Camp.

Accommodation: Tents at Shira Camp

Shira Camp-Barranco camp

Kilimanjaro

Hiking time: 6-7 hours | Distance: 11km | Altitude gain: 110m/360ft | Altitude loss: 690m/2,260ft Today’s hike is a bit longer. You will start by hiking towards Lava Tower, which takes 4-5 hours. Lunch will be served at Lava Tower where you can rest and take in the views of the surrounding glaciers. After lunch, you will descend towards Barranco Camp where you will spend the night.Barranco Camp offers fantastic views of Mount Meru and Kibo Peak

Accommodation: Tents at Barranco Camp

Barranco camp-Karanga valley

Kilimanjaro

Hiking time: 4-5 hours | Distance: 7km | Altitude gain: 250m/820ft | Altitude loss: 350m/1,150ft After breakfast, you will start your hike by climbing the Barranco Wall using your hands and feet to scramble up this steep section of the trail. Once you reach the top of the wall, you will continue path through the alpine desert towards Karanga Valley Camp. This section of the hike offers stunning views of Kibo Peak and Mount Meru.You will have dinner and overnight at Karanga Valley Camp.

Accommodation: Tents at Karanga Valley Camp

Karanga Valley Camp-Barafu camp

Kilimanjaro

Following breakfast at Karanga Valley Camp, ascend gradually through barren landscapes toward Barafu Camp – your base camp for summit night. Upon arrival at Barafu Camp, you will have lunch and spend the afternoon resting in preparation for your midnight ascent to Uhuru Peak. Dinner will be served early in the evening before getting some sleep ahead of your big day.

Barafu camp

Barafu camp-uhuru peak-Mweka camp

Kilimanjaro

Begin your final ascent towards Stella Point on Kibo’s crater rim – trek that takes about 6 hours in darkness with cold temperatures and wind chill factors. From Stella Point (5,756m), it is another hour’s hike along the crater rim to Uhuru Peak (5,895m), where you can witness a breathtaking sunrise if weather permits After celebrating your achievement at the summit, descend back to Barafu Camp for a short rest before continuing to Mweka Camp for dinner and overnight stay in mountain tents.

Mweka camp

Mweka camp-Mweka gate

Kilimanjaro

The trek from Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate typically takes around 3-4 hours depending on the pace of the descent. The trail passes through lush rainforest terrain, offering trekkers a different perspective of the mountain compared to the ascent routes.Once you reach Mweka gate you will receive summit certificate and the driver will pick you to hotel preparing for departure or another safari trip

Mweka gate

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