Climb Kilimanjaro 7 Days Machame Route

7 Days Machame Route Kilimanjaro Climb

The 7-day Machame Route is an exhilarating trail for ascending Mount Kilimanjaro in Tanzania. Renowned for its breathtaking scenery and diverse landscapes, this route provides an extensive journey to the summit. Trekking through lush rainforests, expansive moorlands, and rocky terrains, climbers experience a gradual and well-paced ascent. The route includes a crucial acclimatization day at Karanga Camp, aiding in altitude adaptation for a higher chance of summit success. Its extended duration offers an excellent balance between scenic beauty and proper acclimatization, attracting adventurers seeking an immersive and rewarding climb to Kilimanjaro's peak, Uhuru Peak.

Departure & Return Location

Moshi/ Arusha

Departure Time

1 Hour Before

Included And Not Included

Tour Inclusion
  • Two nights accommodation in Hotel with the breakfast
  • All park fees and taxes include 18% VAT of the goverment fee
  • Camping equipment; mountain tents, sleeping mats, chairs and table
  • All three meals on the mountain ;breakfast, lunch and dinner
  • 18% VAT on tour fees and services
  • All transfers;pick up from the airport,transfer to the entrace gate,back to the hotel after climb and finally drop off to the airport.
  • Guides porters and cook accommodations and their entry fees on the mountain
  • Fair wages to guides, porters and cook/chef as approved by Kilimanjaro National Park Authorit
  • First Aid and Emergency Equipment;portable oxygen tank and pulse oxmeter and daily Medical check-ups
  • Private portable toilets; We provides this because of Improved Hygiene,Environmental Protection,Comfort and Privacy and Health and Safety

  • Tour Exclusion
  • Travel insurance/International flights
  • Any Private Expenses
  • Flight Ticket
  • Camera Man
  • Insurance
  • Personal gear rentals
  • Lunch and dinner in the hotel
  • Tips to mountain crew
  • Laundry services

Tour Itinerary


Day 1: Machame Gate to Machame Camp

The trek begins at Machame Gate, passing through lush rainforests teeming with diverse flora and fauna. The day's hike involves moderate climbs, and after around 6-7 hours, you'll reach Machame Camp situated amidst the beautiful forest.


Day 2: Machame Camp to Shira Camp

Ascending from the rainforest, the trail gradually opens up to moorland landscapes. You'll traverse through scenic valleys and ridges, gaining elevation as you proceed. The hike takes around 4-6 hours, concluding at Shira Camp, where you'll enjoy breathtaking views of the Shira Plateau.


Day 3: Shira Camp to Barranco Camp via Lava Tower

The trail ascends to Lava Tower, offering stunning panoramic views. The climb to this high point aids acclimatization. Descending from Lava Tower, you'll reach Barranco Camp, nestled beneath the impressive Barranco Wall, after approximately 6-7 hours of trekking.


Day 4: Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp

The day begins with a challenging ascent up the Barranco Wall, followed by a descent into the Karanga Valley. The hike is relatively shorter, lasting about 3-4 hours, with the Karanga Campsite set in a sheltered valley.


Day 5: Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp

Continuing the journey, the trail ascends steadily toward Barafu Camp, the base camp for the summit attempt. The terrain becomes increasingly rocky as you traverse alpine desert landscapes. After roughly 4-5 hours of trekking, you'll rest at Barafu Camp to prepare for the summit push.


Day 6: Barafu Camp to Uhuru Peak to Mweka Camp

Wake at midnight to a light breakfast and then prepare for your summit ascent. The goal is to climb before dawn so that you can reach Uhuru Peak shortly before or after sunrise. The trails is a series of switchbacks up steep scree or possibly snow, and reach Stella Point on the crater rim at 5,861 m/18,640 ft between 4 and 5 AM. At this point you will be having the views of the fabled crater and its glaciers facing you. Then after 1 hour of hiking along the Kibo crater rim near the celebrated snows takes you to Kilimanjaro true summit, Uhuru Peak. Here you will spend some times for taking photo’s but it will depend on how you feel. After your summit activities done, you will descend back to the Barafu campsite, for lunch, rest, collect your equipment, and continue down through moorland and heath zone to Mweka campsite, Dinner and overnight


Day 7: Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate

In the morning after breakfast you will be trekking down to Mweka gate. The trek is a pleasant one through the lower rain-forested slopes and down to Mweka Gate (1,640 meters). Although you cover 9km / 5.5 miles, the trek only takes 3-4 hours. Assuming you successfully reach Stella Point or Uhuru Peak you will be presented with official certificates – a green certificate for the former and a gold certificate for the latter. It is customary to tip your trekking crew before being transported back to your hotel in Moshi


Departure Time

12 : 00 PM

Included And Not
  • Two nights accommodation in Hotel with the breakfast
  • All park fees and taxes include 18% VAT of the goverment fee
  • Camping equipment; mountain tents, sleeping mats, chairs and table
  • All three meals on the mountain ;breakfast, lunch and dinner
  • 18% VAT on tour fees and services
  • All transfers;pick up from the airport,transfer to the entrace gate,back to the hotel after climb and finally drop off to the airport.
  • Guides porters and cook accommodations and their entry fees on the mountain
  • Fair wages to guides, porters and cook/chef as approved by Kilimanjaro National Park Authorit
  • First Aid and Emergency Equipment;portable oxygen tank and pulse oxmeter and daily Medical check-ups
  • Private portable toilets; We provides this because of Improved Hygiene,Environmental Protection,Comfort and Privacy and Health and Safety

  • Tour Exclusion
  • Travel insurance/International flights
  • Any Private Expenses
  • Flight Ticket
  • Camera Man
  • Insurance
  • Personal gear rentals
  • Lunch and dinner in the hotel
  • Tips to mountain crew
  • Laundry services

Day 1: Arrival Airport

Sahazalal. International Airport (Google Map)

Day 1: Arrival Airport

Included And Not
  • Air fares
  • 3 Nights Hotel Accomodation
  • All Drinks
  • All Tickets Meuseum
  • Guide Service Fee
  • Any Private Expenses

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