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Plan your unforgettable adventure to Kilimanjaro. Trek the Machame Route for stunning views and high success rates during your climb.
Embark on a 7-day Kilimanjaro trek via the Machame Route. The best times to trek are January–March and June–October for clear skies and high success rates. Prepare physically, gear up, and choose a reliable tour company for an unforgettable adventure.
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Itineraries
Day 1
Machame Gate to Machame Camp
Depart from Moshi town and drive to Machame Gate (~49 min)
Pass through Machame Village
Begin hike through lush rainforest
Reach Machame Camp, first overnight stop
Elevation:5,380 ft to 9,350 ft
Distance:11 km / 7 miles
Hiking Time:5–7 hours
Habitat:Rainforest
Day 2
Machame Camp to Shira Camp
Hike towards Shira Ridge, bypass rainforest
Arrive at Shira Plateau in heath and moorland zone
Overnight at Shira 2 Camp
Elevation:9,350 ft to 12,500 ft
Distance:5 km / 3 miles
Hiking Time:4–6 hours
Habitat:Heath
Day 3
Shira Camp to Barranco Camp
Trek towards Lava Tower, past scenic landscapes
Pass Senecio forest at high altitude
Descend to Barranco Camp for acclimatization
Elevation:15,190 ft to 13,044 ft
Distance:10 km / 6 miles
Hiking Time:7–8 hours
Habitat:Alpine Desert
Day 4
Barranco to Karanga Camp
Descend into gulley below Barranco Wall
Ascend Barranco Wall (274m cliff, no technical climbing)
Traverse hills and valleys to Karanga Valley
Overnight at Karanga Camp
Elevation:13,044 ft to 13,106 ft
Distance:5 km / 3 miles
Hiking Time:4–5 hours
Habitat:Alpine Desert
Day 5
Karanga to Barafu Camp
Hike to junction meeting Mweka trail
Trek through rocky terrain to Barafu Hut Camp
Enjoy 360° views of Kibo and Uhuru Peaks
Overnight at Barafu Camp
Elevation:13,106 ft to 15,331 ft
Distance:4 km / 2 miles
Hiking Time:4–5 hours
Habitat:Alpine Desert
Day 6
Barafu to Uhuru Peak to Mweka
Midnight ascent to summit, witness sunrise at Stella Point
Reach Uhuru Peak, highest point in Africa
Begin descent to Mweka Hut via Barafu Camp
Overnight at Mweka Camp
Elevation:15,331 ft to 19,341 ft (ascent), 19,341 ft to 10,065 ft (descent)
Distance:5 km / 3 miles (ascent), 12 km / 7 miles (descent)
Hiking Time:7–8 hours (ascent), 4–6 hours (descent)
Habitat:Arctic / Rainforest
Day 7
Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate
Continue descent via Mweka Route to Mweka Gate
Receive summit certificates
Vehicle transfer to hotel in Moshi Town
Elevation:10,065 ft to 5,380 ft
Distance:10 km / 6 miles
Hiking Time:3–4 hours
Habitat: Rainforest
Professional, English-speaking guide
Well-equipped mountain crew
Meals and drinking water
National Park fees and permits
Airport transfers
Gate transfers
Flights
Visa fees
Travel or Medical Insurance
Personal spending money
Tips for porters and crew
Personal hire gear
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