7-Day Machame Route- Mount Kilimanjaro

• You'll be collected from the airport.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Machame Gate – Machame Camp

Your climb begins with a drive to Machame Gate, where registration takes place inside Kilimanjaro National Park. After meeting the mountain crew, the trek starts through lush rainforest filled with towering trees, ferns, and wildlife. The trail gradually climbs to Machame Camp, where you will spend your first night on the mountain.

Elevation: 1,800 m to 3,000 m

Distance: 11 km

Hiking Time: 5–7 hours

Habitat: Rainforest.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• on Mt Kilimanjaro

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Machame Camp – Shira Camp

After breakfast, the trail becomes steeper as you leave the rainforest and enter the moorland zone. The vegetation changes to giant heather and volcanic rock formations. As you climb higher, you will enjoy spectacular views of Mount Kilimanjaro and the surrounding landscapes.

Elevation: 3,000 m to 3,840 m

Distance: 5 km

Hiking Time: 4–6 hours

Habitat: Moorland.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• on Mt Kilimanjaro

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Shira Camp – Lava Tower – Barranco Camp

Today is an important acclimatization day. The trail climbs gradually toward the famous Lava Tower before descending to Barranco Camp. This “climb high, sleep low” strategy helps your body adjust to the altitude.

Elevation: 3,840 m to 4,600 m then down to 3,960 m

Distance: 10 km

Hiking Time: 6–7 hours

Habitat: Alpine Desert.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• on Mt Kilimanjaro

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Barranco Camp – Karanga Camp

The day begins with the exciting climb up the famous Barranco Wall, a steep but manageable scramble with incredible views. After reaching the top, the trail continues through valleys and ridges before arriving at Karanga Camp.

Elevation: 3,960 m to 4,035 m

Distance: 5 km

Hiking Time: 4–5 hours

Habitat: Alpine Desert.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• on Mt Kilimanjaro

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Karanga Camp – Barafu Camp

Today’s trek leads to Barafu Camp, the base camp for the summit attempt. The terrain becomes more rugged and rocky as you climb higher into the alpine desert zone. After arriving at camp, you will rest and prepare for the midnight summit attempt.

Elevation: 4,035 m to 4,640 m

Distance: 4 km

Hiking Time: 3–4 hours

Habitat: Alpine Desert.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• on Mt Kilimanjaro

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Barafu Camp – Summit – Mweka Camp

Your summit attempt begins around midnight. The climb is challenging but incredibly rewarding as you ascend to Stella Point and finally reach Uhuru Peak (5,895 m), the highest point in Africa. After celebrating and taking photos, descend to Mweka Camp for rest.

Elevation: 4,640 m → 5,895 m → 3,100 m

Hiking Time: 10–14 hours

Habitat: Arctic to Rainforest.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• on Mt Kilimanjaro

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Mweka Camp – Mweka Gate

After breakfast, descend through the lush rainforest to Mweka Gate. Here you will receive your summit certificate before transferring back to Moshi to celebrate your incredible achievement.

Elevation: 3,100 m to 1,640 m

Distance: 10 km

Hiking Time: 3–4 hours.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• You'll be dropped off at the airport.