Machame Route

7 days—Machame Route

$1800-1999 USD

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Safari summary

Here’s a 6 or 7-day Machame Route itinerary for climbing Mount Kilimanjaro, a wildly popular route thanks to its jaw-dropping scenic views, diverse landscapes, and solid acclimatization opportunities—opt for 7 days to boost your summit odds even more!

About this tour

	Tour type	Custom, tailor-made, private
	Main focus	None
	Activity level	Strenuous activity
	Best months	January, February, March, June, July, August, September, October, November, December
	Countries	Tanzania
	Parks	Kilimanjaro

Fine details

Safari highlights

Hiking | trekking

What’s included?

Accommodation
Airport transfers
Meals
Park fees
Private vehicle and driver

What’s not included?

Alcoholic beverages
Laundry
Spa treatments
Tips and gratuities
Visas

Itinerary

Machame Gate to Machame Camp

Kilimanjaro

Elevation: 1,800 m (5,906 ft) to 3,000 m (9,843 ft) Distance: 11 km (6.8 miles) Duration: 5-6 hours

camping

Machame Camp to Shira Camp

Kilimanjaro

Elevation: 3,000 m (9,843 ft) to 3,850 m (12,631 ft) Distance: 5 km (3.1 miles) Duration: 4-5 hours

Camping

Shira Camp to Barranco

Kilimanjaro

Elevation: 3,850 m (12,631 ft) to 4,630 m (15,190 ft) to 3,950 m (12,960 ft) Distance: 10 km (6.2 miles) Duration: 6-8 hours

Camping

Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp

Kilimanjaro

Elevation: 3,950 m (12,960 ft) to 4,035 m (13,267 ft) Distance: 5 km (3.1 miles) Duration: 4-5 hours

Camping

Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp

Kilimanjaro

Elevation: 4,035 m (13,267 ft) to 4,640 m (15,223 ft) Distance: 4 km (2.5 miles) Duration: 4-5 hours

Camping

Barafu Camp to Uhuru down mweka

Kilimanjaro

Elevation: 4,640 m (15,223 ft) to 5,895 m (19,341 ft) to 3,080 m (10,105 ft) Distance: 5 km (3.1 miles) to summit and 13 km (8.1 miles) down to Mweka Camp Duration: 12-14 hours (Summit Day)

Camping