7-Day Machame Route Mountain Climbing

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

Machame Gate to Machame Camp

After pickup from your hotel or airport, drive to Machame Gate, the starting point of your Kilimanjaro adventure. Upon arrival, complete the necessary park registration and permit formalities while your mountain crew prepares for the trek.

Begin your hike through the lush montane rainforest, following a scenic trail surrounded by towering trees, dense vegetation, and beautiful birdlife. Trek at a comfortable pace as you gradually gain altitude and enjoy the peaceful forest atmosphere.

After approximately 5–7 hours of trekking, arrive at Machame Camp, where you’ll enjoy dinner and a well-deserved rest in preparation for the next stage of your journey.

Main Destination:

Machame Gate (Mt Kilimanjaro)

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• on Mt Kilimanjaro

Meals & Drinks:

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

Machame Camp to Shira Camp

After breakfast, continue your trek from Machame Camp toward Shira Camp. The trail becomes steeper as you leave the rainforest behind and enter the heath and moorland zone, surrounded by unique vegetation and dramatic mountain scenery.

As you gain altitude, enjoy spectacular views of Kibo Peak and the surrounding landscape. Continue across rocky terrain toward the beautiful Shira Plateau, where the open landscape provides breathtaking panoramic views.

After approximately 4–6 hours of trekking, arrive at Shira Camp. Enjoy dinner, relax, and allow your body to acclimatize to the increasing altitude.

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)

Shira Camp to Barranco Camp

After breakfast, continue across the spectacular Shira Plateau, heading east toward the higher slopes of Mount Kilimanjaro. Today is an important acclimatization day as you climb high and sleep low.

The trail gradually ascends through the alpine desert toward Lava Tower (4,630 m / 15,190 ft), offering dramatic views of Kibo Peak and the surrounding volcanic landscape. After a short rest and lunch, begin the descent toward Barranco Camp.

As you descend, enjoy changing landscapes and impressive views of the Barranco Wall. Arrive at Barranco Camp in the afternoon, where you’ll have dinner and rest in preparation for the next day’s adventure.

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, begin one of the most exciting sections of the Machame Route as you tackle the famous Barranco Wall. With the support of your experienced guides, carefully climb the rocky wall while enjoying spectacular views of Kibo Peak and the surrounding valleys.

After reaching the top of the wall, descend into the beautiful Karanga Valley and continue along the trail toward Karanga Camp. This relatively short trekking day allows you to maintain a comfortable pace while continuing to acclimatize.

Arrive at Karanga Camp in the afternoon, where you can relax, enjoy the magnificent mountain scenery, and prepare for the next stage of your journey.

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

After breakfast, continue your ascent from Karanga Camp toward Barafu Camp, the final base camp before your summit attempt. The trail climbs steadily through the rugged alpine desert, with sparse vegetation and spectacular views of Kibo Peak.

Upon reaching Barafu Camp (4,673 m / 15,331 ft), you will have completed the Southern Circuit. Enjoy lunch and spend the afternoon resting while your guide provides a final summit briefing and checks your equipment.

Have an early dinner and get as much rest as possible before beginning your challenging midnight ascent toward Uhuru Peak.

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 to Summit (Uhuru Peak) and Descend to Mweka Camp

Begin your summit attempt around midnight, leaving Barafu Camp under the stars. Ascend slowly and steadily through steep scree toward Stella Point (5,739 m / 18,829 ft) on the crater rim.

As dawn approaches, enjoy the spectacular sunrise over the African landscape. From Stella Point, continue along the crater rim for approximately one hour to Uhuru Peak (5,895 m / 19,341 ft), the highest point in Africa. Celebrate your achievement and take in the breathtaking views from the Roof of Africa.

After spending a short time at the summit, begin your descent to Barafu Camp for a well-earned rest and lunch. Continue downhill through the alpine desert and moorland toward Mweka Camp, where you’ll enjoy dinner and rest after this challenging and rewarding day.

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

After breakfast, begin your final descent from Mweka Camp through the lush montane rainforest toward Mweka Gate. Enjoy the beautiful scenery and fresh forest atmosphere as you gradually descend to lower elevations.

Upon reaching Mweka Gate, complete the park formalities and receive your Kilimanjaro summit certificate as a memorable recognition of your achievement. Take part in a short appreciation and farewell ceremony with your guides and porters before saying goodbye to your mountain crew.

Your vehicle will then transfer you to your hotel or airport, depending on your onward travel arrangements, marking the successful end of your 7-Day Machame Route Kilimanjaro Trek with Eretoto Adventures.

Main Destination:

Mweka Gate (Mt 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.