8-Day Comfort Kilimanjaro Trekking Machame Route

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

Arrival

Airport Pick-Up: We’ll welcome you at Arusha or Kilimanjaro Airport and provide transportation, including your return trip.

Hotel Accommodation: Relax on your first night in a comfortable hotel, where you’ll enjoy a pleasant stay. You will spend your final night in the same hotel, ensuring a seamless experience.

Main Destination:

Arusha (City)

Accommodation:

Green Mountain Hotel

• Budget hotel located in Arusha (City)

Meals & Drinks:

• Meals at own expense
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Machame Gate to Machame Camp

The journey begins with a drive from Arusha to the Mount Kilimanjaro National Park Gate. Along the way, you’ll pass through the village of Machame, nestled on the lower slopes of the mountain.

Once you leave the park gate, your trek into the rainforest begins. You’ll follow a winding trail up a ridge. The lower sections of the trail can be muddy and slippery, so gaiters and trekking poles are highly recommended.

Continue along the trail through the lush rainforest until you reach Machame Camp, where you’ll set up camp for the night. Your accommodation will be in a spacious, comfortable tent with a private toilet and hot shower, while the staff takes care of all camp chores.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• On Mt Kilimanjaro

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Machame Camp to Shira Camp

Begin your day with a hearty breakfast before leaving the rainforest behind and following an ascending path. You’ll continue along the trail, crossing a small valley and climbing a steep, rocky ridge blanketed in heather until you reach the ridge’s end.

The path then turns west, guiding you into a river gorge, where you can take a break and enjoy dinner. You’ll conclude the day at the Shira campsite, where you’ll spend the night. Your accommodation will be in a spacious, comfortable tent featuring a private toilet and hot shower, with all camp chores handled by the staff.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• On Mt Kilimanjaro

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Shira Camp to Lava Tower to Barranco Camp

Start your day by heading east from the Shira Plateau, ascending along a ridge. You’ll pass the junction that leads to Kibo Peak.

As you continue, your route shifts southeast toward the Lava Tower, often called the “Shark’s Tooth.” After visiting the Lava Tower, you’ll reach a second junction that takes you up to Arrow Glacier at an altitude of 16,000 feet.

Next, you’ll descend to the Barranco Hut, situated at 13,000 feet. Here, you can rest, enjoy dinner, and spend the night. Although you’ll be at the same elevation as when you started, this day is vital for acclimatization, helping your body prepare for the summit. Your accommodation will be in a spacious, comfortable tent with a private toilet and hot shower, with all camp chores managed by the staff.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• On Mt Kilimanjaro

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp

After breakfast, begin your day by departing from Barranco. You'll navigate a steep ridge, tackling the challenging Barranco Wall, until you reach the Karanga Valley campsite for lunch.

From Karanga, follow the trail to the junction that connects with the Mweka Trail, then continue ascending until you arrive at Barafu Hut.

Congratulations, you’ve now completed the South Circuit, offering unique views of the summit from various angles. Set up camp, rest, enjoy dinner, and prepare for the exciting summit day ahead.

While at Barafu Hut, take in the stunning vistas of both Mawenzi and Kibo, the two prominent peaks of Kilimanjaro. Your accommodation will be in a spacious, comfortable tent with a private toilet and hot shower, with all camp chores managed by the staff.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• On Mt Kilimanjaro

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Barafu Camp to Summit to Mweka Hut

Begin your summit climb between midnight and 12 AM, heading northwest through challenging scree terrain towards Stella Point on the crater rim.

Take a brief break at Stella Point (18,600 ft) and, if the weather permits, enjoy a breathtaking sunrise. Then continue your ascent to Uhuru Peak, the highest point on Kilimanjaro and in Africa.

After reaching the summit, begin your descent directly to Mweka Hut, stopping for lunch at Barafu along the way. Gaiters and trekking poles are essential for navigating the loose gravel on your descent.

As you reach Mweka Camp in the late afternoon, you may encounter mist or rain in the upper forest. Enjoy your final dinner on the mountain that evening, followed by a well-deserved rest. Your accommodation will be in a spacious, comfortable tent with a private toilet and hot shower, with all camp chores handled by the staff.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• On Mt Kilimanjaro

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Mweka camp to Mweka gate

After breakfast, begin your descent to the Mweka Park Gate, where you’ll receive your summit certificates.

Be prepared for potentially wet and muddy conditions at lower elevations; gaiters and trekking poles will be helpful. Light clothing, such as shorts and t-shirts, should be sufficient, but make sure to keep your rain gear and warmer layers easily accessible.

Once you reach the gate, we’ll transport you back to your hotel in Arusha.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

Green Mountain Hotel

• Budget hotel located in Arusha (City)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Departure

Transportation to the airport is included following your final night at the hotel, ensuring a seamless transition as you prepare to depart after an unforgettable adventure.

Main Destination:

Kilimanjaro Airport

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.