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Tanzania · Trekking
The journey
Trek Mount Kilimanjaro via the Machame Route, approaching the mountain through forest on the western side before joining other trekking routes and traversing beneath the southern ice fields of Kibo. Over 6 days, this climb combines rainforest trails, acclimatisation at Lava Tower, and the final ascent to the summit. Experience the incomparable natural beauty of Kilimanjaro and stand at Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa.
Experience the incomparable natural beauty of Kilimanjaro and stand at Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa.
From the itinerary
At a glance
Day by day
After breakfast at 08:00 am, you will be picked up from the hotel and driven a short distance to Machame Gate, where all park formalities will be completed.
Begin the hike to Machame Hut with a picnic lunch along the way. The walk takes 5-6 hours through the rainforest.
Dinner and overnight at Machame Hut.
After breakfast, hike slowly to Shira Camp.
Enjoy a picnic lunch on the way. The walk takes about 3 to 4 hours.
Dinner and overnight at Shira Camp.
After breakfast, continue ascending to Barranco Hut via Lava Tower for acclimatisation.
Enjoy lunch at Lava Tower.
After a short rest, begin descending to Barranco Hut for dinner and overnight.
After breakfast, begin ascending through the Barranco Wall.
Have lunch at Karanga Valley.
After lunch, proceed to Barafu Camp. This walk takes approximately 5-6 hours.
Dinner and overnight at Barafu Camp.
Early in the morning at 5 o'clock, prepare to ascend to the summit, which takes about 4-5 hours.
After successfully reaching the summit, begin descending slowly back to Mweka Camp for dinner and overnight.
After breakfast, continue descending to Mweka Gate, where the driver will be waiting.
After a hot lunch brought by the driver, the guide will present certificates to those who have successfully climbed Kilimanjaro to the summit.
Drive back to the hotel, where a small celebration party will be held.
Where this trip takes you
Machame Gate rainforest, Lava Tower acclimatisation, Barranco Wall, Uhuru Peak summit
The route
The fine print
2 nights' accommodation in Moshi at Keys Hotel
Quality, waterproof, four-season private mountain sleeping tents
Professional, experienced, English-speaking Kilimanjaro mountain guides
All park fees
Rescue fees
All meals while on the mountain
Arrival and departure transfers
Guides', porters', cook salaries, and park fees
Quality mess tents with tables and chairs
Large portions of fresh, healthy, nutritious food
Clean, purified drinking water
Crisis management and safety procedures
Fair and ethical treatment of porters
Sleeping mattress
Tanzania visa
Personal expenses (e.g. laundry, telephone, beverages, etc.)
Meals not listed above
Optional tours (short safari after your climb, etc.)
Tips and any items of a personal nature
Our Climbing Guides
Our guides are well trained and equipped, and their communication skills are of a high standard.
Be Properly Equipped
An essential part of your preparation is to ensure that you are well equipped for your summit attempt.
Be Physically Prepared
It is important that your body is adequately prepared for the physical challenges of Mount Kilimanjaro.
Mental Preparation
It is possible to summit Kilimanjaro successfully. Many before you have succeeded.
This should be foremost in your mind when preparing for the summit attempt.
You should always remain in a positive state of mind.
Adequate Travel Insurance
Ensure that you have adequate travel and medical insurance, which also provides cover for the climb up Kilimanjaro.
Advance Booking
This will enable you to travel in the high season, which is January-March and September-October.
The high season is a good time to go because the weather conditions are safest for climbing.
Pack Well
Pack light, but make sure you have everything you need to deal with altitude and variations in temperature.
Choose Your Route
Make sure your hike is at least 6-7 days for maximum success. Any shorter, and you will not be properly acclimatized.
Routes vary in degree of difficulty, traffic, and scenic beauty.
The least difficult routes are Marangu and Rongai; the more difficult route is Machame.
The longer routes may have more difficult hiking, but you will be more acclimatized, and your chances of reaching the summit are therefore higher.
The longer western routes also allow you to start your summit day at a more reasonable hour.
Go Slowly
Go slowly -
Logistics
Your 6 days finish where they began, in Moshi.
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