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7-Day Machame Route Kilimanjaro Trek
$1732
$1832
/per person
You will embark on the 7-day Machame Route Kilimanjaro trek, a journey to the "Roof of Africa." Starting at Machame Gate, you'll traverse rainforests, moorlands, and the alpine desert. Highlights: Lava Tower, Barranco Wall, and an early ascent to Uhuru Peak. You'll descend to Mweka Camp, concluding at Mweka Gate in the vibrant rainforest for summit certificates. A balanced approach to Kilimanjaro's summit.
Facilities
Travel Styles
Include
- Porterage
- Rescue fee
- Park fees (For non-residents)
- All activities (Unless labeled as optional)
- All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)
- A professional driver/guide
- All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)
- All Taxes/VAT
- Roundtrip airport transfer
- Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
- Drinks (As specified in the day-by-day section)
Exclude
- Climbing gear
- International flights (From/to home)
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
- Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Itinerary
- Your Kilimanjaro adventure kicks off at the Machame Gate, where you’ll complete the necessary registrations and meet your team of experienced guides and porters. The first day’s hike takes you through the enchanting rainforest, known for its lush greenery and vibrant flora. The trail, spanning approximately 11 kilometers, winds upward, setting a gradual pace for your ascent. Your initial stop for the night is the Machame Camp, nestled at an elevation of around 3,000 meters.
Main Destination:
Mount Kilimanjaro
Accommodation:
Budget camping
On Mt Kilimanjaro
Meals & Drinks:
All meals included
Non-alcoholic drinks
- After a hearty breakfast, you’ll continue your ascent, gradually leaving the rainforest behind and entering the open moorland zone. The day’s trek, which covers around 5 kilometers, leads you to the Shira Camp. Situated at an altitude of approximately 3,800 meters, this camp provides a fantastic viewpoint for admiring the surrounding landscapes.
Main Destination:
Mount Kilimanjaro
Accommodation:
Budget camping
On Mt Kilimanjaro
Meals & Drinks:
All meals included
Non-alcoholic drinks
- Today’s trek offers a unique combination of challenges and awe-inspiring scenery. You’ll ascend to Lava Tower, reaching an elevation of about 4,600 meters. This higher point contributes significantly to your acclimatization process. Subsequently, you’ll make your way to the Barranco Camp, positioned at around 3,960 meters. The total distance covered on this day is approximately 10 kilometers.
Main Destination:
Mount Kilimanjaro
Accommodation:
Budget camping
On Mt Kilimanjaro
Meals & Drinks:
All meals included
Non-alcoholic drinks
- Your journey continues with a challenging climb up the Barranco Wall, a thrilling and memorable segment of the route. After conquering the wall, you’ll trek to the Karanga Camp, perched at an elevation of about 4,035 meters. The day’s hike encompasses roughly 6 kilometers.
Main Destination:
Mount Kilimanjaro
Accommodation:
Budget camping
On Mt Kilimanjaro
Meals & Drinks:
All meals included
Non-alcoholic drinks
- You’ll embark on a relatively shorter trek, around 4 kilometers, as you make your way to the Barafu Camp. This high-altitude campsite, situated at approximately 4,600 meters, marks your last stop before the summit attempt. The terrain becomes more alpine and rugged, with stunning vistas of the surrounding landscape.
Main Destination:
Mount Kilimanjaro
Accommodation:
Budget camping
On Mt Kilimanjaro
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Photos
Meals & Drinks:
All meals included
Non-alcoholic drinks
- This day is the pinnacle of your journey, both in terms of challenge and reward. Your summit attempt begins in the early hours, with a steep and demanding ascent to Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa, just before the break of dawn. After celebrating your achievement, you’ll descend to the Mweka Camp, nestled at an altitude of about 3,100 meters. This is a long and challenging day, covering a total distance of approximately 18 kilometers.
Main Destination:
Uhuru Peak (Mt Kilimanjaro)
Accommodation:
Budget camping
On Mt Kilimanjaro
Meals & Drinks:
All meals included
Non-alcoholic drinks
- The final day of your Machame Route Kilimanjaro Trek takes you from the Mweka Camp to the Mweka Gate, descending through the lush rainforest zone. The journey spans about 10 kilometers and offers a different perspective of the mountain. Upon reaching the Mweka Gate, you’ll receive your summit certificates and express your gratitude to your dedicated guides and porters.
Main Destination:
Mount Kilimanjaro
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
Non-alcoholic drinks
