Seven days Machame Route

7 Days Machame Route Kilimanjaro-Joining Group-ISMANI AND SAFARIS TOUR

$1400-1600 USD

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Safari summary

The Machame Route is one of the most popular routes for climbing Mount Kilimanjaro, known for its beautiful scenery and high success rates

About this tour

	Tour type	Custom, tailor-made, private
	Main focus	None
	Activity level	Strenuous activity
	Best months	All months
	Countries	Tanzania
	Parks	Kilimanjaro
	Accesibility	This tour is modifiable for those with limited mobility.

Fine details

Safari highlights

Hiking | trekking

What’s included?

Accommodation
Meals
Park fees

What’s not included?

Alcoholic beverages
Premium alcoholic beverages
Tips and gratuities
Visas

Itinerary

Arrival in Tanzania

Kilimanjaro

You will arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport and be transferred to your hotel in Moshi or Arusha, where you can rest and prepare for the climb. You may have a briefing with your tour operator and meet your guide, who will provide you with important information about the climb.

Hotel

Machame Gate to Machame Camp

Kilimanjaro

After breakfast, you will be driven to the Machame Gate (1,800 metres) on the south side of the mountain. From there, you'll begin your trek through the rainforest. The hike to Machame Camp (3,000 metres) typically takes around 5-7 hours, and you'll spend the night there.

Machame Camp

Machame Camp to Shira Camp

Kilimanjaro

On the second day of the climb, you'll ascend through the heather and moorland zones. You'll pass through a steep ridge called Picnic Rock and continue to Shira Camp (3,840 metres) for the night. This day's hike usually takes around 4-6 hours.

Shira Camp

Shira Camp to Barranco Camp

Kilimanjaro

Today's hike will take you to the Lava Tower (4,600 metres), where you'll experience higher altitude. This is a crucial point for acclimatisation. From there, you'll descend to Barranco Camp (3,950 metres) to sleep. The trek usually takes around 6–8 hours.

Barranco Camp

Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp

Kilimanjaro

This day involves climbing the Barranco Wall, which is a steep yet manageable section of the route. After reaching the top of the wall, you'll hike through alpine desert terrain to Karanga Camp (4,035 metres). The trek takes around 4-5 hours.

Karanga Camp

Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp

Kilimanjaro

You'll continue ascending through the alpine desert on this day, heading to Barafu Camp (4,680 metres). This campsite serves as the base for your summit attempt. The trek usually takes around 3–4 hours. Once at Barafu Camp, you'll rest, have an early dinner, and prepare for the summit climb.

Barafu Camp

Barafu Camp to Uhuru Peak

Kilimanjaro

This is the summit day! You'll start your climb around midnight, aiming to reach Uhuru Peak (5,895 metres) before sunrise. The ascent usually takes 6–8 hours and involves a demanding trek on steep and snowy terrain. Once you reach the summit, you'll have time to celebrate and take pictures before descending to Mweka Camp (3,100 metres) for the night.

Hotel

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