Trek Mt.Kili via Machame Route
7 days—Machame Route Journey to the Peak of Mount Kilimanjaro
$2252-2617 USD
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Safari summary
There’s a reason the Machame Route 7 Days is our most requested tour package: the scenery and trekking experience are unmatched. From tropical rainforests and scorched desert plains to stunning arctic landscapes, you’ll get to experience it all. Don’t miss out on your chance to climb the most popular route on Kilimanjaro. Book early to secure your place!
The Machame Route’s exhilarating ascent up to the peaks of Mount Kilimanjaro will satisfy even the most adventurous climber. Your trek will approach from the southwest of the mountain and pass the vast expanse of the Shira Plateau, the heights of the Lava Tower, and the depths of the Southern Ice Field. On the way, you’ll glimpse rare and exotic wildlife in their natural habitats.
The 7-day Machame Route is the perfect choice for both experienced and first-time trekkers. Although the journey can be completed in 6 days, an extra day is often preferred for better acclimatization. If you climb Africa’s tallest mountain only once, make the experience unforgettable.
About this tour
| Tour type | Custom, tailor-made, private | |
| Main focus | None | |
| Activity level | Strenuous activity | |
| Best months | All months | |
| Countries | ||
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Fine details
Safari highlights
- Sightseeing | shopping | markets
- Hiking | trekking
What’s included?
- Accommodation
- Airport transfers
- Meals
- Park fees
What’s not included?
- Alcoholic beverages
- Internal flights
- International flights
- Laundry
- Premium alcoholic beverages
- Spa treatments
- Tips and gratuities
Itinerary
Machame Gate to Machame Camp
Kilimanjaro
Wake up refreshed for the first leg of your Kilimanjaro adventure. After breakfast, head to Machame Gate through coffee plantations and villages. Register at the park, then hike to Machame Camp through rainforest and savannah, spotting wildlife and wildflowers. Pause for stunning views of Kibo Peak while your team prepares a hot meal for your arrival.
machame camp
Machame Camp to Shira Camp
Kilimanjaro
Walking Time: 4–6 hrs Distance: 7 km Altitude Gain: 840 m / 2,760 ft After breakfast, hike through damp heathland and moorland, across savannah and Heather and Erica plains. Scramble over boulders and volcanic rocks while gaining altitude for acclimatization. Continue onto the lava-filled Shira Plateau, arriving at Shira Camp, where your team will have a hot meal ready.
Shira camp
Shira Camp to Barranco Camp
Kilimanjaro
Walking Time: 6–7 hrs Distance: 10 km Altitude Gain: 690 m / 2,264 ft Start early and hike across the Shira Plateau, then take a secluded trail to Lava Tower. Descend into the Great Barranco Valley, surrounded by towering cliffs, glaciers, and giant lobelias. Arrive at camp for a warm meal and rest after a rewarding day on Kilimanjaro’s slopes.
Baranco Camp
Barranco Camp to Karanga Valley
Kilimanjaro
Walking Time: 3–4 hrs Distance: 6 km Altitude Gain: 90 m / 295 ft Climb the eastern gorge wall and take in views of Kilimanjaro’s frost-covered ice fields. Then tackle the Barranco Wall, also called the Breakfast Wall, before continuing along a gentle trail to Karanga Valley, where you’ll rest and prepare for the next stage of your climb.
karanga valley camp
Karanga Valley Camp to Barafu Camp
Walking Time: 3–4 hrs Distance: 4 km Altitude Gain: 560 m / 1,837 ft Begin with a gentle ascent through Karanga Valley, then climb onto the granite lava ridge as vegetation thins and temperatures drop. Arrive at an exposed ridge camp, where a hearty meal awaits to fuel your midnight push to Kilimanjaro’s summit.
Barafu Camp
Barafu Camp to Summit - Mweka
Kilimanjaro
Walking Time: 14–16 hrs Distance: 19 km Altitude Gain: 1,295 m / 4,240 ft Altitude Loss: 2,795 m / 9,170 ft Start shortly after midnight for the final climb to Stella Point and Uhuru Peak. Watch sunrise over glaciers and celebrate atop Africa’s highest point. Descend via Barafu to Mweka Camp for a hot meal and your last night under the stars.
Mweka camp
Mweka Camp - Mweka Gate - Moshi
Walking Time: 3–4 hrs Distance: 10 km Altitude Gain: 1,600 m / 5,250 ft After conquering Kilimanjaro, enjoy breakfast and a scenic walk through misty forest to Mweka Gate. Say goodbye to your guides and porters, then return to your hotel for a hot shower, comfy bed, and dinner. For those continuing on safari, a new adventure awaits!
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