Mount Kilimanjaro trek via the Machame Route, 7 days
Join one of our certified mountain guides to hop on this amazing week-long trek to Mount Kilimanjaro via the challenging Machame Route.
Private
East African Mountains
7 Days
All year
High
Intermediate
Highlights
- Reach the top of Africa via the challenging Machame Route.
- Witness incredible vistas of towering peaks.
- See a beautiful sunrise from Stella Point, the crater rim of the peak.
Description
We invite you to climb the highest mountain in Africa, Mount Kilimanjaro via the scenic Machame route. For 7 days, you’ll hike on steep scree slopes while enjoying incredible views of the neighboring peaks and also get to sleep in tents for a complete mountain experience!
Also known as the Whiskey route, the Machame route is a challenging route popular among many climbers. Keep in mind that all this medium grade trek requires is a fit body and a high spirit! The climb is not technical, however, previous climbing experience is definitely welcome.
The journey will begin at Machame gate. Located at the southern base of the mountain, the gate leads onto a lush rainforest. The trail further leads onto Shira Plateau, before winding along the southern circuit, offering spectacular views all along.
As you’ll rise, you’ll see a dramatic shift in the landscape with rainforest giving way to moorland. We’ll climb up the Great Barranco Wall and pass underneath the Heim and Kersten glaciers to reach the Karanga Camp. At the camp, you’ll have ample time for acclimatization, so you don’t have to worry.
The last days of the trek will take us to Barafu Camp where we’ll prepare for the daunting summit hike.
The final leg of the journey is a bit strenuous but equally thrilling. We’ll start just past midnight and climb up scree slopes for a good 4-5 hours to get to the crater rim, Stella Point to see an enchanting sunrise. The spot also offers wonderful views of Mawenzi peak. Another climb of an hour or so takes us to Uhuru Peak- a great accomplishment indeed!
After relishing our time here, we’ll descend via the same route until we reach Mewka gate to end this incredible hike.
So, if you are up for this exciting challenge in Tanzania, send a message now to book your seat on this amazing trek. Also, check out our page for some more exciting adventures in Tanzania.
Price includes
- Accommodation included
- Guiding fee
- Transport during the trip
- Transportation start and back
- Permit and entrance fees
- Porters
- Tents
- Sleeping pad
- Clean drinkable water
- Hot shower
Price details
- Price of $ 1750 Per Person for a group of 810 and $ 1700 Per Person for a group of 11 people and above. Price Incudes: Taxes, Rescue fee, 3 Meals per day while on the Mountain, Portable Oxygen Tanks, Oximeter & First-aid kit.
- Not Included:
- Meals at your hotel before and after the climb, Travel Insurance, Portable Flush Toilet & Tips.
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive in Tanzania
We’ll pick you up from the Kilimanjaro International Airport and transfer you to your hotel in the town of Moshi town.
Meals: No Meals Included
Day 2: Machame Gate( 1790 m) to Machame Camp(3010 m)
A drive of 1-hour will take us from Moshi to Machame gate, where after completing the park formalities, we’ll begin to climb! The initial trail passes through dense rainforest and includes some wet and muddy patches.
Distance covered: 10.8km / 6.7mi
Approx. time: 6 hours
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 3: Machame Camp (3010 m) to Shira Camp
We’ll continue up the forest until we reach the steep ascent onto the Shira Plateau, from where you’ll get to see spectacular views of the mountain. You’ll see clear vistas of Mt Meru rising high above the town of Arusha.
Distance covered: 5.4km / 3.4mi
Approx. time: 5 hours
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 4: Shira Cave( 3845 m) to Barranco Camp ( 3960 m)
You’ll see a dramatic shift in the landscape with forest giving way to moorland. We’ll traverse the southwest side of Kilimanjaro, passing underneath the Lava Tower and cross the final section of the Western Breach to finally reach Barranco camp.
Distance covered: 10.8km / 6.7mi
Approx. time: 8 hrs
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 5: Barranco Camp (3960M) to Karanga Camp ( 3963 m)
We’ll climb the Great Barranco Wall, which divides us from the southeastern slopes of Kibo. It’s a bit of a strenuous climb over the rock but is not technical. Passing underneath the Heim and Kersten glaciers, we head towards the Karanga valley. Ascending up from Karanga valley, we’ll continue until we reach the Karanga camp (3963m). Here, we can also choose a mid-afternoon acclimatization trek up to around 4200m before returning back to camp for the night.
Distance covered: 5.5km / 3.4mi
Approx. time: 5 hours
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 6: Karanga Camp ( 3963 M) to Barafu Camp( 4640 m)
We’ll set off on our walk to Barafu camp at 4640m. Ascending scree slopes, we’ll arrive at the camp and spend the afternoon resting and preparing for the summit hike the next day.
Distance covered: 3km / 1.9mi
Approx. time: 3 hours
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 7: Barafu Camp ( 4640 M) to Uhuru Peak( 5895 M) & Down to Millennium Camp
We begin at around midnight and climb the summit glaciers. Ascending on scree slopes for about 4 to 5 hours, we’ll reach the crater rim at Stella Point (5739m) to see a beautiful sunrise. You’ll see stunning views of the Mawenzi peak from here. Continuing further for about an hour, we’ll get to Uhuru Peak (5895m).
We’ll descend via the same route to reach Millennium Camp.
Distance covered: 13.4km / 8.3mi
Approx. time: 12 – 15 hours
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 8: Descend from Millennium Camp (3790M) to Mweka Gate (1630M)
We’ll descend via the rain forest to get to Mweka Gate, and you will be transferred to your hotel in Moshi.
Distance covered: 12.1km / 7.5mi
Approx. time: 6 hours
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
Day 9: Depart from Tanzania
Say goodbye to Tanzania with some incredible memories.
Meals: Breakfast
About the guide
Top Climbers
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My name is Manase Mwanga, I am the founder and Managing Director of Top Climbers Expedition, a small local company, offering a wide range of unique safaris, including Mount Kilimanjaro ascent, wildlife adventures, bike tours, beach holidays and cultural tourism. I am Tanzanian, born and raised in the Kilimanjaro region. I have extensive experience and a great team of people and guides, that guarantees the highest quality service to our clients.
As a Director my focus is on organizing tours with an ethical and professional approach to exceed tourist expectations. All our tours benefit native people i.e. hard-working local porters and guides by creating job opportunities in order to eradicate poverty. We utilize natural resources in a sustainable way, taking care of the benefits of it for present and future generations. We are not the agency that rents guides. WE are the guides and we always take care of your satisfaction.
Languages
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What people are saying about Top Climbers
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Isabelle
Thank you so much it was amazing, the climbing, the kilimanjaro and also Top Climbers was perfect. I recommend your organisation and the Kilimanjaro of course! Best regards Isabelle
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