Our 7-Day Machame Route offers both Standard and All-Inclusive Packages, allowing each climber—whether solo or in a group—to select their preferred option.
We depart from Arusha, embarking on a 1.5 to 2-hour drive to Machame Gate (5,718ft / 1,748m). Our trek begins here, leading us through the lush Tropical Rainforest Zone to Machame Camp (9,350ft / 2,850m).
- Trekking time: 5-7 hours
- Overnight at Machame Camp
Leaving Machame Camp, we ascend into the Moorland/Heather Zone, where trees thin out and small plants take over. Our destination is Shira 2 Camp (12,621ft / 3,847m).
- Overnight at Shira 2 Camp
We trek from Shira 2 Camp to Barranco Camp (13,066ft / 3,983m), stopping for lunch at Lava Tower. As we descend toward Barranco Camp, we enter the Alpine Desert Zone, with its striking, barren landscapes.
- Overnight at Barranco Camp
- Great views of the Barranco Wall
Our journey continues as we ascend the Barranco Wall, a non-technical climb guided by our experts. We then proceed to Karanga Camp (13,106ft / 3,994m).
- Trekking time: 4-5 hours
- Afternoon rest and acclimatization
- Overnight at Karanga Camp
We hike to Barafu Camp (15,239ft / 4,644m), our final stop before the summit push.
- Trekking time: 4-5 hours
- Early rest in preparation for summit night
- Overnight at Barafu Camp
We begin our summit ascent at midnight, reaching Uhuru Peak (19,341ft / 5,895m) by sunrise. After celebrating our achievement, we descend via Stella Point to Mweka Camp (10,204ft / 3,110m).
- Summit ascent: ~7 hours
- Descent: 6-8 hours
- Overnight at Mweka Camp
After breakfast, we descend to Mweka Gate (5,423ft / 1,653m), where we sign the Kilimanjaro National Park Register and receive a certificate of completion.
- Descent time: 3-4 hours
- Return drive to Arusha (~3 hours)
- Mid-afternoon arrival at the hotel
Congratulations! You’ve conquered Kilimanjaro’s 7-Day Machame Route. 🎉
