Summit Africas Mt.Kilimanjaro
9 Days 8 Night Mt. Kilimnjaro Climb on Machame Route
$1690-2440 USD
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Safari summary
Machame route is arguably the most scenic and probably the most beautiful route by which to ascend the mighty Mount Kilimanjaro. The trek begins in the south-west area of the mountain at Machame Gate and descends down Mweka, on the south-east side of the mountain thus offering climbers the most varied scenery of Kilimanjaro. Additionally, Machame visits stunning places such as Shira Plateau, Barranco, and Lava Tower. Machame route is known as"Whiskey Route" in comparison to Marangu because it is a more difficult route and trekkers sleep in camping tents as opposed to huts. Machame is the second most popular route on the mountain.
Nights are spent in 'mountain tents' sleeping two persons per tent (3 man tents, so there is space for your luggage). All your supplies and camping equipment are carried by porters and your meals are prepared.
Machame is ideal for those who want a more difficult climb, and are confident in their ability to hike for long periods of time over somewhat
About this tour
| Tour type | Custom, tailor-made, private | |
| Main focus | Hiking | trekking | |
| Activity level | Strenuous activity | |
| Best months | January, February, June, July, August, September, December | |
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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
- Hot air balloons
- Internal flights
- International flights
- Laundry
- Premium alcoholic beverages
- Spa treatments
- Tips and gratuities
- Visas
Itinerary
Arrive Tanzania
Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro airport you will be met by our representative and transferred to your hotel. Meet your climbing guide for briefing and final gear check. Stay overnight at the base hotel where you are booked on Bed and Breakfast.
Millie Lodge or Sal Salinero Hotel
Moshi| Machame Hut
Kilimanjaro
07h00: After breakfast leave the lodge for the Kilimanjaro National Park gate at Machame for entry registration then start the trek to Machame hut through thick rain forest. 12h30: Have packed lunch at a picnic site along the trail. 19h00: Dinner and retire for the day at Machame hut.
Machame Hut
Machame| Shira Hut
Kilimanjaro
08h00: After breakfast, ascend past the Shira and through ridges and valleys heading to the next night stop at Shira hut. 12h30: Have packed lunch at a picnic site along the trail. 19h00: Dinner and retire for the day at Shira hut.
Shira Hut| Camp
Shira Hut| Barranco Camp
08h00: Head eastward to a junction where we continue to Lava Tower Campsite (14,760ft/4500m), then descend to Barranco camp thus allowing your body to adjust to altitude change. 12h30: Have packed lunch at a picnic site along the trail. 19h00: Dinner and overnight at Barranco camp.
Barranco Camp
Barranco Camp| Karanga Camp
Kilimanjaro
08h00: After breakfast, hike the great Barranco wall then across the Karanga Valley and ascend to Karanga campsite. 13h00: Hot lunch at the campsite. This day is a short hike of about 3 hrs gaining only 490ft/150m of elevation which is good for acclimatization. 19h00: Dinner and overnight at Karanga campsite.
Karanga Camp
Karanga Camp| Barafu Camp
Kilimanjaro
08h00: After breakfast, hike the great Barranco wall then across the Karanga Valley and ascend to Karanga campsite for lunch. 12h30: Hot lunch at the Karanga campsite. 13h30: Afternoon hike to Barafu camp. 17h00: Have dinner and take the day’s rest ready for the hike to the summit.
Barafu Camp
Barafu Camp|Summit | Mweka Camp
Kilimanjaro
00h00: Have a cup of coffee/tea and start the midnight trek to the summit via Stella Point. 06h00: Reach the summit, Uhuru peak, have a short period of photo taking then descend to Barafu camp for breakfast/Brunch and a little rest. 12h00: Continue down to Mweka hut for the days and night’s rest.
Mweka Camp
Mweka Camp| Mweka Gate| Moshi
Kilimanjaro
08h00: Walk down to the park gate where say bye to the guides and porters, have packed lunches on the way to the base hotel in Moshi for a well deserved hot shower. Afternoon spent at leisure relaxing by the pool. 19h00: Overnight at the base hotel where you are booked on Bed and Breakfast
Sal Salinero Hotel
Moshi| Kilimanjaro & Departure
After breakfast at the hotel then wait to be picked for transfer to the Kilimanjaro airport for departure flight home or further holiday destination.
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