7 Days Trekking Mount Kilimanjaro, Machame Route.

Begin summit attempt around midnight Trek through steep and challenging terrain Reach Stella Point (5,685 meters) at the crater rim Continue to Uhuru Peak (5,895 meters), the highest point in Africa Descend back to Barafu Camp for a short rest Continue descent to Mweka Camp at around 3,100 meters Trekking time: 11-15 hours

Descend through rainforest Reach Mweka Gate, where you'll receive your summit certificates Transfer back to Moshi/Arusha Celebrate your achievement with a well-deserved meal and rest Trekking time: 3-4 hours Depart from Tanzania or continue with further travel plans

Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport Transfer to hotel in Moshi Attend a pre-climb briefing with your trekking company Final gear check and preparation

Drive from Moshi to Machame Gate (1-2 hours) Complete park formalities at the gate Begin trekking through the rainforest Ascend through dense vegetation Reach Machame Camp at around 3,000 meters Trekking time: 5-7 hours

Continue trekking through the thinning rainforest Enter the moorland zone with unique plant life Ascend through rocky ridges and valleys Reach Shira Camp at around 3,840 meters Trekking time: 4-6 hours

Trek across the Shira Plateau with expansive views of the surroundings Ascend to Lava Tower (4,600 meters) for acclimatization Descend to Barranco Camp via the Barranco Wall, a challenging but rewarding climb Reach Barranco Camp at around 3,950 meters Trekking time: 6-8 hours

Continue trekking through alpine desert terrain Traverse the Karanga Valley Ascend to Barafu Camp, the final base camp before the summit Rest and prepare for the summit attempt Hydrate and eat a hearty meal Trekking time: 7-9 hours