KILIMANJARO TRAVEL
Machame Route
Climb Kilimanjaro via the scenic Machame Route, known for beautiful landscapes, strong acclimatization, and rewarding summit views.
Scenic Kilimanjaro Trek
Machame Route Kilimanjaro Climb
The Machame Route is one of Kilimanjaro's most popular climbing routes, offering beautiful scenery, varied landscapes, and a good acclimatization profile.
The trek passes through rainforest, moorland, alpine desert, and high mountain terrain before reaching Uhuru Peak. It is ideal for climbers looking for a scenic and challenging adventure.
Duration
6â7 Days
Difficulty
Moderate to Challenging
From
US$1,650
Trek Highlights
- âScenic route with varied landscapes
- âGood acclimatization profile
- âRainforest, moorland and alpine desert
- âExperienced mountain guides and support crew
- âRewarding summit attempt at Uhuru Peak
Trek Itinerary
7-Day Machame Route
Day 1: Machame Gate to Machame Camp
Begin your trek through lush rainforest to Machame Camp. Enjoy beautiful scenery while gradually gaining altitude.
Day 2: Machame Camp to Shira Camp
Leave the rainforest behind and enter the moorland zone with spectacular views of Mount Meru and the Shira Plateau.
Day 3: Shira Camp to Barranco Camp
Hike via Lava Tower for acclimatization before descending to Barranco Camp, following the climb high, sleep low principle.
Day 4: Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp
Climb the famous Barranco Wall and continue across alpine terrain to Karanga Camp.
Day 5: Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp
Reach Barafu Camp, your base for the summit attempt. Rest, prepare your gear, and sleep early.
Day 6: Summit Day â Uhuru Peak to Mweka Camp
Start before midnight, reach Uhuru Peak at sunrise, then descend to Mweka Camp for your final overnight stay.
Day 7: Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate
Descend through the rainforest to Mweka Gate where you receive your certificate before returning to Arusha.
What Is Included
- â Park entrance fees
- â Camping fees
- â Professional mountain guide
- â Assistant guides
- â Porters and cook
- â Mountain tents
- â Meals during the trek
- â Drinking water
- â Transfers to and from the mountain
What Is Excluded
- â Flights
- â Travel insurance
- â Personal trekking equipment
- â Tips for the mountain crew
- â Personal expenses
- â Alcoholic drinks
What To Bring
Prepare for Your Machame Climb
- âĸ Warm trekking clothes
- âĸ Waterproof jacket
- âĸ Hiking boots
- âĸ Sleeping bag
- âĸ Headlamp
- âĸ Trekking poles
- âĸ Sun hat and sunscreen
- âĸ Personal medication
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