8-Day Summit Kilimanjaro via the Machame Route

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

Arrival in Tanzania

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you will be met by our representative and transferred to your hotel in Arusha.
In the evening, you will meet your mountain guide for a detailed trek briefing and equipment check to ensure you are fully prepared for the climb.

Main Destination:

Kilimanjaro Airport

Accommodation:

Greenside Hotel

• Mid-range hotel located in Arusha (City)

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Meals & Drinks:

• Dinner (Breakfast & lunch not included)
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Arusha - Machame Gate to Machame Camp

After breakfast, drive to Machame Gate for registration before beginning your trek through the lush rainforest zone.
The trail winds through dense forest filled with giant trees, colorful birds, and occasional monkey sightings. The ascent is gradual but steady as you make your way to Machame Camp.

Hiking Details:
Elevation: 1,800m to 3,000m
Distance: 11 km
Hiking Time: 5–7 hours
Habitat: Rainforest.

Main Destination:

Machame Gate (Mt Kilimanjaro)

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• on Mt Kilimanjaro

Meals & Drinks:

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

Machame Camp to Shira Camp

Today the trail leaves the rainforest and enters the moorland zone. The landscape opens dramatically with stunning views of Mount Meru and Kilimanjaro’s summit.
You will trek across rocky ridges and scenic valleys before arriving at Shira Camp on the Shira Plateau.

Hiking Details:
Elevation: 3,000m to 3,840m
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 to Barranco Camp via Lava Tower

This is an important acclimatization day. You will climb gradually to Lava Tower before descending to Barranco Camp.
Although the day ends at nearly the same altitude as it begins, the higher ascent greatly improves acclimatization and increases summit success chances.

Hiking Details:
Elevation: 3,840m to 4,630m to 3,960m
Distance: 10 km
Hiking Time: 6–8 hours
Habitat: Semi-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 to Karanga Camp

After breakfast, climb the famous Barranco Wall, one of the most exciting and rewarding sections of the Machame Route.
At the top, enjoy panoramic views before continuing across rolling alpine terrain towards Karanga Camp.

Hiking Details:
Elevation: 3,960m to 4,035m
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 to Barafu Camp

Today’s trek is shorter but important as you move into the summit zone.
Upon arrival at Barafu Camp, you will have an early dinner and rest while preparing for the midnight summit attempt. Your guides will conduct a final briefing and equipment check.

Hiking Details:
Elevation: 4,035m to 4,640m
Distance: 4 km
Hiking Time: 3–5 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)

Barafu Camp – Uhuru Peak – Mweka Camp

Around midnight, begin your summit attempt under the stars. This is the most demanding yet most rewarding stage of the trek.
After several hours of ascent, reach Stella Point before continuing to Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa. Celebrate your achievement and enjoy breathtaking sunrise views above the clouds.
Afterward, descend back to Barafu Camp for a short rest before continuing to Mweka Camp for overnight.

Hiking Details:
Elevation: 4,640m to 5,895m to 3,100m
Distance: 17 km
Hiking Time: 10–14 hours
Habitat: Arctic / Rainforest.

Main Destination:

Uhuru Peak (Mt Kilimanjaro)

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• on Mt Kilimanjaro

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate - Arusha

After breakfast, descend through the rainforest to Mweka Gate, where you will receive your summit certificate.

You will then be transferred back to Arusha or the airport for your onward journey.

Hiking Details:
Elevation: 3,100m to 1,640m
Distance: 10 km
Hiking Time: 3–4 hours.

Main Destination:

Mweka Gate (Mt Kilimanjaro)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

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