7-Day Mount Kilimanjaro Trek – Machame Route

Price: US $2050 (per person)

Description

Climb Africa's highest mountain via the famous Machame Route, known for its stunning scenery and excellent acclimatization profile. The 7-day itinerary offers one of the highest summit success rates on Kilimanjaro, taking you through rainforest, moorland, alpine desert, and finally to the snow-capped summit of Uhuru Peak (5,895m). Perfect for adventurous trekkers seeking an unforgettable Kilimanjaro experience.

7 Days Machame Route – Mount Kilimanjaro Trek

Safari Itinerary

Day 1: Machame Gate (1,800m) – Machame Camp (3,000m)

Hiking time: 5–7 hours

Distance: 11 km

Habitat: Rainforest

After registration at Machame Gate, begin your trek through the lush rainforest to Machame Camp.

Overnight: Machame Camp.

Day 2: Machame Camp (3,000m) – Shira Camp (3,840m)

Hiking time: 4–6 hours

Distance: 5 km

Habitat: Moorland

Ascend through heather and moorland with spectacular views of Kibo Peak.

Overnight: Shira Camp.

Day 3: Shira Camp (3,840m) – Lava Tower (4,630m) – Barranco Camp (3,960m)

Hiking time: 6–8 hours

Distance: 10 km

This is an important acclimatization day. Climb high to Lava Tower before descending to Barranco Camp.

Overnight: Barranco Camp.

Day 4: Barranco Camp (3,960m) – Karanga Camp (4,035m)

Hiking time: 4–5 hours

Distance: 5 km

Climb the famous Barranco Wall and enjoy incredible views of the southern glaciers.

Overnight: Karanga Camp.

Day 5: Karanga Camp (4,035m) – Barafu Camp (4,640m)

Hiking time: 3–4 hours

Distance: 4 km

Reach Barafu Camp and prepare for the midnight summit attempt.

Overnight: Barafu Camp.

Day 6: Barafu Camp – Uhuru Peak (5,895m) – Mweka Camp (3,100m)

Hiking time: 10–14 hours

Distance: 17 km

Begin the summit push at midnight and reach Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa. Descend to Mweka Camp for overnight.

Overnight: Mweka Camp.

Day 7: Mweka Camp (3,100m) – Mweka Gate (1,640m)

Hiking time: 3–4 hours

Distance: 10 km

Descend through the rainforest to Mweka Gate and receive your summit certificate.

Transfer back to Moshi.

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Cost Included

Park fees and rescue fees
Professional mountain guides and porters
Camping equipment and tents
Meals on the mountain
Airport transfers
Accommodation before and after the climb
Oxygen and safety equipment.