7 Days Kilimanjaro Climbing Machame Route
From $1,985* / 7 Days & 6 Nights
7 Days Kilimanjaro Climbing Machame Route
The Machame route, the most popular route on the mountain approaches from the southwest and descends using Mweka. Climbers will have a view of the, Shira Plateau, an optional scramble up Lava Tower, and a climb up the Great Barranco Wall. The descent occurs on the Mweka route. Climbers sleep in supplied tents at designated campsites, and eat meals either outdoors or inside a large dining tent. Crews/porters prepare all meals and sets up the tents for you. The minimum number of days required for this route is six days, although seven days is recommended. Machame route is the most scenic route compared to Marangu and much better for acclimatization, the days on Machame are longer and the walks are steeper. It is considered a difficult route, better suited for more adventurous folks, and those with some hiking or backpacking experience.
Pricing
- Day 1
Arrival
Accommodation
Lindrin Lodge
One of our guides will welcome you at Kilimanjaro International Airport and drive to Lindrin lodge (https://lindrinlodge.com/) in Moshi, where you will be able to refresh and prepare for your trek experience.
Meal Plan:
BreakfastTravel Time:
45min drive from Kilimanjaro International Airport to Moshi
- Day 2
Moshi to Machame Gate to Machame Camp
We will pick you up from your hotel in Arusha at 0800 and drive to the Machame Gate. After registration and clearances, begin your trek through a spectacular forest area, reaching Machame camp after 6 or 7 hours. There you will have dinner and overnight (3,000M-about 9,000 Ft).
Meal Plan:
Lunch & Dinner
- Day 3
Machame Camp to Shira Camp
Around 08:30, you will begin your trek towards Shira Plateau You will follow a ridge with nice view before passing a superb bivi cave, just before arriving at Shira Camp, at 3,800 M (about 12,400 Ft), where you will have dinner and overnight. Today’s climb is about 5-6 hours. Start about 8:30 and trek until about 1:30.
Meal Plan:
Breakfast, Lunch, & Dinner
- Day 4
Shira Camp to Baranco Camp
Trek from Shira camp to Baranco Camp via Lava Tower, starting at 8 Am until 1:30 PM. You will have dinner and overnight at Baranco Camp. During the day you will climb to 4,600 M (about 13,800 Ft), then descend to 3,950 M (about 11,850 Ft) at Baranco Camp for overnight.
Meal Plan:
Breakfast, Lunch, & Dinner
- Day 5
Baranco Camp to Karanga Camp
Trek from Baranco Camp starting at about 8:30 AM to Karanga Valley, 4,100 M (about 13,325 Ft).You will arrive about 11:30 AM.
Meal Plan:
Breakfast, Lunch, & Dinner
- Day 6
Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp
Beginning about 9 AM, trek to Barafu camp, 4,600 M (about 14,788 Ft), arriving about 12:00 PM., where you will rest until your final ascent to the top.
Meal Plan:
Breakfast, Lunch, & Dinner
- Day 7
Barafu Camp to Summit to Mweka Camp
Shortly after midnight, arise and begin the final ascent to Uhuru Peak. You will then begin your ascent to Uhuru Peak, 5,896 M (about 19,620 Ft) about 12:30 AM and arrive at the summit at sunrise, about 7 AM. On your way back you will have a break at Barafu Camp where you can also have a short lunch break. You will descend to Mweka Camp 3,100 M (9,300 Ft). Alternatively, you can descend to Millennium Camp at 3,800 M (about 12,400 Ft), instead.
Meal Plan:
Breakfast, Lunch, & Dinner
- Day 8
Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate to Moshi
After completing your descent to Mweka Gate around 3-4 hours, arriving by about noon, you will receive your Summit Certificate and transfer back to your hotel in Moshi.
Meal Plan:
Breakfast & Lunch
- Day 9
Departure
This day one of our drivers will pick you up at your accommodation and transfer to the airport for your departure.
Included
- Airport Transfer
- Accommodation Before and After Trek
- VAT
- Flying Doctor
- All Park, Hut, and Rescue Fees
- Transport Between Moshi and Gates at Start and Finish of Climb
- Services of Licensed, Experienced, English-Speaking Mountain Guide
- Licensed Assistant Guide for Groups of Two or More People
- Porters
- Cook
- Three Meals a Day Provided: Full breakfasts with options such as eggs, sausage, toast or pancakes, hot cereal, fruit, and juice, tea or coffee; Lunches (sometimes packed, sometimes hot, varying daily); Dinners including meat dishes (beef, chicken, or fish), fresh vegetable dishes, pasta, rice, potatoes, homemade soups, fresh fruits, desserts, juice, tea, and coffee
- Camping Gear (tents, mountain mats; you may also use your own if you wish)
Excluded
- Soft Drinks
- Alcohol or Tips for Guide and Porters
- Required Nalgene Bottles or Camelbacks for Water
- Personal Gear or Clothing for the Climb (not provided but available for hire)
- Additional Transfers Back to Hotel for Anyone Descending Early (not included)
- Extra Expenses Incurred
- Delivery of Baggage Arriving Late (brought to mountain after climb has commenced)
- Tips for porters ($10 - $15 per porter per day). One porter is your cook and usually receives a bit more.
- Tips for the guides ($20 - $25 per person per day or a group amount)
