Embark on a thrilling six-day adventure along the Machame Route to summit Mount Kilimanjaro, Tanzania's iconic peak. Beginning at Machame Gate, you'll traverse diverse ecosystems, from lush rainforests teeming with life to barren alpine deserts. As you ascend, the landscape transforms, offering breathtaking views of Kilimanjaro's glaciers and rugged terrain. Highlights include the challenging Barranco Wall and the stunning Lava Tower, where you'll acclimatize before continuing your journey. Summit day presents the ultimate challenge as you navigate steep scree slopes to reach Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa. Descending via the Mweka Route, you'll reflect on your incredible achievement as you bid farewell to Kilimanjaro's majestic slopes.
Itinerary
Day 1: Machame Gate (1,490m/4,890ft) to Machame Camp (2,850m/9,350ft)Begin your trek at Machame Gate after registration, where you'll meet your guides and porters.
Hike through lush rainforest, enjoying the sights and sounds of the diverse flora and fauna.
Arrive at Machame Camp, your first overnight stop, and settle in for the night.
Day 2: Machame Camp (2,850m/9,350ft) to Shira Camp (3,750m/12,300ft)Continue your ascent through the rainforest, with the vegetation gradually thinning out as you gain altitude.
Enter the heath and moorland zone, where you'll enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding landscape.
Reach Shira Camp, situated on a plateau beneath the towering peaks of Kilimanjaro, for overnight stay.
Day 3: Shira Camp to Lava Tower and descent to Barranco CampShira Camp (3,750m/12,300ft) to Lava Tower (4,630m/15,190ft) and descent to Barranco Camp (3,950m/12,960ft)
Ascend to Lava Tower for acclimatization, where you'll enjoy stunning views of the surrounding glaciers.
Descend to Barranco Camp via the scenic Barranco Wall, a challenging yet exhilarating climb.
Spend the night at Barranco Camp, nestled in a valley beneath the towering cliffs.
Day 4: Barranco Camp (3,950m/12,960ft) to Karanga Camp (3,995m/13,106ft)Traverse the Barranco Valley, known for its unique flora and geological features.
Ascend the Karanga Valley, with stunning views of the southern glaciers of Kilimanjaro.
Reach Karanga Camp, situated on a rocky ridge, for overnight stay.
Day 5: Karanga Camp (3,995m/13,106ft) to Barafu Camp (4,673m/15,331ft)Ascend to Barafu Camp, the high camp for the summit attempt.
The terrain becomes increasingly barren as you climb higher, with loose scree slopes.
Rest and prepare for the summit push ahead.
Day 6: Summit Day - Barafu Camp to Uhuru Peak and descent to Mweka CampDay 6: Summit Day - Barafu Camp (4,673m/15,331ft) to Uhuru Peak (5,895m/19,341ft) and descent to Mweka Camp (3,100m/10,170ft)
Begin the summit attempt in the early hours of the morning, usually around midnight.
Ascend steeply up the scree slopes to Stella Point (5,739m/18,831ft), on the crater rim.
Continue along the crater rim to Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa.
Descend back to Barafu Camp for a short rest before continuing down to Mweka Camp for the night.
Inclusion
All transfers to the mountain and back to your Moshi hotel
Professional, experienced, mountain guides
Guides, Porters, Cook salaries and park fees
Quality, waterproof, four-season mountain sleeping tents (on twin sharing basis)
Sleeping Mattress
Emergency Oxygen Cylinder
All meals while on the Mountain
Quality Mess tents with table and chairs
Large portions of fresh, healthy, nutritious food
Clean, purified drinking water
Conservation fees (part of park fees)
Camping or Hut fees (part of park fees)
Rescue fees (part of park fees)
VAT (18% charged by the Government)
Kilimanjaro summit certificate
Exclusions
Tanzania Visa
International and domestic flights
Hotel (available as an optional addon)
Transfers (available as an optional addon)
Personal trekking equipment such as sleepings bags, hiking boots, clothes, etc (available for renting)
Tips and gratuities
Travel insurance
Personal Expenses (e.g. laundry, telephone, beverages, etc.)
Meals not listed in the itinerary
Liquors, beers and bottled beverages
Surcharge for online payment of advance and balance (5% on each payment)
