Embark on a thrilling adventure to the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro via the Machame Route, one of the most scenic and popular routes on the mountain. This 6-day climb offers a perfect balance of challenge and breathtaking beauty, making it ideal for both seasoned climbers and those new to high-altitude trekking. As you ascend through diverse ecosystems, from lush rainforests to barren alpine deserts, you’ll experience unparalleled views of the surrounding landscapes and the distant plains of Tanzania.
The Machame Route, often referred to as the “Whiskey Route,” is known for its picturesque trails, with stunning vistas at every turn. The journey begins at Machame Gate and winds through dense tropical forests before reaching the moorlands and high-altitude deserts. Each day brings new challenges and rewards, culminating in a midnight ascent to Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa. With expert guides by your side, you’ll be well-supported throughout the trek, ensuring a safe and memorable climb.
This package is designed for those seeking an unforgettable experience on Africa’s tallest mountain, blending adventure with the chance to immerse yourself in the natural wonders of Kilimanjaro National Park.
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Pick up at 08:30am from Medan Lodge and transfer to Machame gate where trekking formalities are done. Formalities take about 30minutes to 1 hour. From there you will start your easy track through a dense forest for the first hour. The path continues to follow the ridge rising steadily with several steep sections. The gradient eases slightly as the forest merges into heather covered ground. A walk will be done for 7.5hours. Elevation change +1500m. Estimated distance 10km. Final elevation 3100m.Dinner and Overnight Machame Camp FB
Early after breakfast continue from Machame camp across the stream onto its west bank and follow the path up the steep rocky ridge rises – a crossing a few times before reaching Shira Camp at the base of semicircular wall of rocks. Hike time 5-6hours. Elevation change 740m. Estimated distance 6km. Final elevation 3,840.Dinner and Overnight Shira Camp
SHIRA CAMP 3,850M TO BARRANCO CAMP 3,950M
From Shira Camp hike to Lava Tower 4,700m and then proceed to Barranco 3,950m via the great Barranco Wall. This route offers panoramic views of Kibo through Karanga Valley as we hike high and sleep low, dropping back down from Barranco after lunch. Today’s hike will most of the day. Barranco Campsite is located on elevation of 3,950m. Hike time 5hours. Elevation change 110m. Estimated distance 8km. Dinner and Overnight Barranco Campsite
BARRANCO CAMP 3,950M TO KARANGA VALLEY CAMP 3,930
Today walk from Barranco to Karanga Valley where by you can go down to karanga valley for acclimatization with hot lunch. Dinner and overnight at Karanga Valley Camp.
KARANGA VALLEY 3,930M TO BARAFU CAMP 4,600M
Today involves gaining a little more elevation acclimatization and resting for the summit attempting the next morning. This day takes us 4hours of walking. Elevation change +650. Estimated distance 7km. Final elevation 4,600m.Dinner and Overnight Barafu Camp
BARAFU CAMP 4,600M TO THE SUMMIT 5,895M.
We will start trekking early before sunrise (1-2am) as the walk will take 10- 14 hours. We will avoid the mist that sets in later in the day. The snow will still be safely frozen. The 1,100m (3,600) ascent in just over 3km will take us about 6 – 8hours. After brief stay at the summit of the highest point in Africa, Uhuru Peak at over5, 895 m we descent via the Mweka route in 12km in obout 2hours to Mweka Camp. Dinner and Overnight at Mweka Camp
MWEKA CAMP 3,100M TO MWEKA GATE 1,600M:
Today we descend about 1,500 meters through the forest on a jungle path for about 10km in 3 to 4 hours to reach Mweka gate where you will meet our driver for transfer to Arusha.
Today will be picked up from your Hotel and transfer to the airport for drop off.
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| Office In: | Tanzania |
| City: | Arusha |
| Since: | 2016 » (10) Years of Experience. |
| Size: | 14 - Employees |
Kilimanjaro Hiking Machame Route 8days.
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