7-Day Climb Kilimanjaro Through Machame Route

• A transfer from the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Arusha to Machame Gate

After breakfast, you will transfer to the Kilimanjaro Park Gate at Machame. You will begin the first section of your climb through the mountain forest. You will walk five to seven hours before you reach the Machame campsite at 10000ft/3000m. Your meals and overnight stay will be at the camp.

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

At 7:00 a.m., following breakfast, you'll depart from the camp and ascend along a steep ridge, traversing through heath and moorland terrain towards Picnic Rock and the Shira Plateau. Renowned for its breathtaking scenery, the hike to Shira Camp 2 offers panoramic views of the mountain. Beginning in the tropical rainforest, the trail swiftly transitions into a shrubland setting, often referred to as moorland or low-alpine landscape. Expect the walk to the Shira Campsite (12,500ft/3,800m) to take approximately five to seven hours. Your dinner and overnight accommodations will be provided at the camp.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• On Mt Kilimanjaro

Meals & Drinks:

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

Shira Camp to Baranco Camp

While the elevation remains relatively constant throughout the day, this stage is crucial for acclimatization. Departing from Shira Plateau, we proceed eastward along a ridge, passing the junction towards Kibo peak. Continuing southeast, we reach the Lava Tower, often referred to as the “Shark’s Tooth” (elevation: 4650m/15,250ft). Following the tower, we encounter a second junction, leading to the Arrow Glacier. From there, we descend to Barranco Camp for our overnight stay, with meals provided (B, L, D).

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

This day is dedicated to acclimatization: following a night at Baranco Great Wall, you'll embark on a trek lasting around 4 hours, descending to Heim Glacier en route to the picturesque Karanga Valley. Along the way, you'll be treated to summit views from various perspectives. Dinner and overnight accommodations await you at Karanga Valley Camp (4,200m), with meals provided (B, L, D).

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

Altitude: 4034m/13,235ft to 4662m/15,295ft
Altitude gained: 628m

Continuing our ascent towards Barafu Camp, you will have now traversed the South Circuit, providing diverse and awe-inspiring views of the summit from various perspectives. Upon arrival, an early dinner will be served as we prepare for summit night. Overnight stay at Barafu Camp with meals provided (B, L, D).

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 Uhuru Peak

Following breakfast, we embark on the descent towards the Mweka Park Gate to retrieve your summit certificates. As we descend to lower elevations, anticipate encountering wet and muddy conditions, making gaiters and trekking poles essential. Dressing in shorts and t-shirts should suffice, but it's wise to keep rain gear and warmer clothing handy.

Our Kiliclimb Africa Safaris vehicle will be awaiting you at the Mweka gate for your journey back to your hotel in Arusha, which is approximately a 2-hour drive away.

Elevation: 3090m/10,150ft to 1680m/5500ft
Distance: 10km/6mi
Hiking Time: 3-4 hours
Habitat: Forest
Meals: Breakfast.

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 to Mweka Gate to Arusha

Descending to Mweka Gate (1,980m) takes approximately 3 to 4 hours. Here, those who reached Uhuru Peak are awarded Golden certificates, while those who reached Gilman’s Point receive Green Certificates. Afterwards, you will be transported back to Arusha town and spend the night at Tulia Hotel.

Main Destination:

Arusha (City)

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.
• A transfer back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.