7 DAYS MACHAME ROUTE

High-Altitude Adventures

Trek Tanzania's Legendary Peaks

7 Days 6 Nights Trekking

This 7-day Kilimanjaro trek follows the popular Machame Route, beginning with a pre-trek briefing and equipment check in Moshi. The ascent starts through lush rainforest to Machame Camp, then continues through moorland and alpine desert, with a crucial acclimatization day at Lava Tower and Barranco Camp. Highlights include climbing the Barranco Wall, trekking to Barafu Camp, and a challenging midnight summit push via Stella Point to Uhuru Peak (5,895 m) – the highest point in Africa. The descent takes you to Mweka Camp and finally to Mweka Gate, where you receive summit certificates before returning to your Moshi hotel. The itinerary includes all meals on the mountain and transfers.

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Day 0

Pre-trek Briefing

If you have opted for airport transfers, we will pick you up from Kilimanjaro or Arusha Airport and transfer you to your hotel in Moshi. You should plan to arrive at least one day before the trek starts. Today includes a pre-trek briefing, where we review your equipment and arrange any rental gear needed. Overnight at your Moshi hotel.

Day 01

Hotel to Machame Camp

Drive 45 minutes from Moshi to Machame Gate, passing through the village of Machame. From the park gate, walk through the rainforest on a winding ridge trail; gaiters and trekking poles are recommended for muddy sections. Continue to Machame Camp. Elevation: 1,830m to 3,050m. Hiking time: 5–6 hours. Meals: Lunch and dinner included.

Day 02

Machame Camp to Shira Camp

After breakfast, leave the rainforest and ascend along a steep rocky ridge, crossing a river gorge before arriving at Shira Camp. Elevation: 3,050m to 3,850m. Hiking time: 4–5 hours. Habitat: Moorland. Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included.

Day 03

Shira Camp to Lava Tower to Barranco Camp

Continue east up a ridge towards Lava Tower (4,650m), then descend to Barranco Camp. This day is crucial for acclimatization. Elevation: start 3,850m, reach 4,650m, end at 4,000m. Hiking time: 5–6 hours. Habitat: Semi-desert. Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included.

Day 04

Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp

After breakfast, climb the steep Barranco Wall and descend into Karanga Valley, meeting the Mweka Trail junction. Elevation: 4,000m to 4,050m. Hiking time: 3–4 hours. Habitat: Alpine Desert. Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included.

Day 05

Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp

Continue to Barafu Camp, completing the South Circuit with excellent summit views. Rest, enjoy dinner, and prepare for summit night. Elevation: 4,050m to 4,700m. Hiking time: 3–4 hours. Habitat: Alpine Desert. Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included.

Day 06

Barafu Camp to Summit (Uhuru Peak) to Mweka Camp

Start very early (midnight–2am), ascending through scree to Stella Point on the crater rim. After a rest and sunrise, continue 1 hour to Uhuru Peak (5,895m) – the highest point in Africa. Descend to Barafu for lunch, then continue to Mweka Camp. Elevation: 4,700m up to 5,895m, down to 3,090m. Total hiking time: 10–13 hours. Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included.

Day 07

Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate to Hotel

After breakfast, descend to Mweka Park Gate, where you receive your summit certificates. A vehicle will drive you back to your hotel in Moshi (about 60 minutes). Elevation: 3,090m to 1,680m. Hiking time: 3–4 hours through forest. Meals: Breakfast included

Total cost for 2pax is: - USD $3,784

Total cost for 4pax is: - USD $7,568

Total cost for 6pax is: - USD $11,352

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