8-Day Mount Kilimanjaro Machame Route Trek
Highlights
Nairobi, Arusha, Moshi
nature, trekking, photography
Private Tour
8 Days
Easy
English, French, German, Spanish
Languages
English, French, German, Spanish
Description
Embark on an unforgettable 8-day Mount Kilimanjaro Machame Route trek. Experience diverse landscapes from lush rainforests to alpine deserts and glaciers as you climb to Uhuru Peak, Africa’s highest point. With professional guides, quality camping, and full-board meals, enjoy a safe and rewarding adventure. Witness breathtaking views of Kibo Peak, Lava Tower, and Barranco Wall, and celebrate your achievement with a summit certificate, your trusted trekking partner.
Itinerary
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Day 1: Nairobi to Arusha
- Begin your Kilimanjaro adventure and transfer from Nairobi to Arusha by shuttle bus.
- Arrive in time for lunch and shop for trekking gear before dinner and overnight at your Arusha hotel.
Meals: Dinner
Accommodation: Arusha Hotel
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Day 2: Machame Gate to Machame Camp (1490m–2980m)
- Start your trek with professional mountain team.
- Hike through lush rainforest, surrounded by diverse flora and fauna, to reach Machame Camp.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Machame Camp
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Day 3: Machame Camp to Shira Camp (3840m)
- Climb steadily through the moorland zone, enjoying breathtaking views of Kibo Peak.
- Arrive at Shira Camp for dinner and a night beneath the stars.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Shira Camp
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Day 4: Shira to Lava Tower to Barranco Camp (4630m–3950m)
- Ascend to Lava Tower for acclimatisation and enjoy dramatic alpine scenery.
- Descend to Barranco Camp, surrounded by spectacular views of glaciers and the Great Barranco Wall.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Barranco Camp
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Day 5: Barranco Camp to Barafu Camp (4550m)
- Trek through the alpine desert and conquer the Barranco Wall.
- Reach Barafu Camp, your base for the final summit attempt.
- Rest early and prepare for the midnight climb to Uhuru Peak.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Barafu Camp
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Day 6: Summit Day – Uhuru Peak (5895m) to Mweka Camp (3100m)
- Begin your ascent at midnight and reach Uhuru Peak at sunrise to stand atop Africa’s highest point.
- Celebrate with photos, then descend to Mweka Camp for a well-earned rest.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Mweka Camp
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Day 7: Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate to Moshi
- Descend through lush forest trails to Mweka Gate.
- Receive your Kilimanjaro summit certificate and transfer to Moshi for dinner and celebration.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Moshi Hotel
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Day 8: Moshi to Nairobi – Departure
- Enjoy breakfast before transferring back to Nairobi by shuttle.
- Transfer to your hotel or Jomo Kenyatta International Airport.
Meals: Breakfast
What's Included
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Cancellation Policy
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For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.
Price
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| 1 to 10 | /person |
| Child | |
| 1 to 10 | /person |
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This is a private tour |
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