Explore the world with tourHQ
Tanzania · Trekking
The journey
Trek to Mount Kilimanjaro via the Machame route, enjoying splendid views and landscapes along the way. Spend your nights at camp, sleeping under the stars and taking in the serene nature as you ascend through forest, savannah, and alpine desert zones. This 6-day climb includes acclimatization via Lava Tower before the summit push to Uhuru Peak, where you can enjoy a wonderful sunrise view over Mawenzi, the Usambara Mountains, and Mount Meru. Experience the incomparable natural beauty of Kilimanjaro on this rewarding trek.
Enjoy the wonderful sunrise view and see Mawenzi Mountain, the Usambara Mountains, and Mount Meru.
From the itinerary
At a glance
Day by day
After breakfast, drive to Machame Gate.
After getting the entrance permit and meeting the team - guides, cook, and porters - weigh the luggage and begin the 5-hour trek to Machame Camp. The route passes through forest until near the camp. If the weather is clear, enjoy wonderful views of the summit of Kilimanjaro.
Stay overnight at the camp in a tent with full board.
After breakfast, proceed to Shira Camp. The zone is savannah, with some steep sections.
If the weather is clear, enjoy wonderful views of Kibo, Mount Meru, and Mawenzi Mountain. The walk takes 4-4.5 hours, with a hot lunch at the camp.
Overnight at the camp in a tent with full board accommodation.
After breakfast, move to Barranco Camp. One part of the zone is savannah, while the other part is desert.
Before arriving at the camp, pass Lava Tower (4600 m) for acclimatization. Take a hot lunch before descending towards the camp.
If the weather is clear, enjoy wonderful views of Kibo, Mount Meru, and Mawenzi Mountain. The walk takes 6-7 hours, with a hot lunch at the camp.
Overnight at the camp in a tent with full board accommodation.
After breakfast, proceed towards Barafu Camp. The zone is desert, with some steep sections.
It takes 3 hours to reach Barafu Camp.
Have a hot lunch at the camp.
Overnight at the camp in a tent with full board accommodation.
After dinner, sleep early.
Wake up at midnight for the final preparation and take a cup of tea with a biscuit.
Begin walking slowly.
As the area is steep, climb in a zigzag motion for 6-7 hours to reach the summit.
Enjoy the wonderful sunrise view and see Mawenzi Mountain, the Usambara Mountains, and Mount Meru.
After spending some time at the summit, return to camp (3-4 hours for the descent) for a short break and a full breakfast.
Pack everything and continue descending for 4 hours to Mweka Camp.
Overnight at camp with full board accommodation.
After breakfast, depart towards Mweka Gate to meet the driver for the transfer back to the hotel.
Certificates are provided for those who reached the summit. The descent takes 3-3.5 hours, with full board.
Where this trip takes you
Machame Camp, Lava Tower, Barafu Camp, Mawenzi
The route
The fine print
Airport transfers
2 nights at the hotel on half board before and after climbing Kilimanjaro
Transfer from the hotel to the climbing starting point according to the itinerary (gate)
Transfer from the gate (end of climbing) to the hotel
English-speaking Kilimanjaro guide
All park fees
Hut fees
Rescue fees
Salaries of guides
Salaries of cooks
Salaries of porters
Equipment for cooking
All accommodation during the ascent (morning tea, breakfast, hot lunch, and dinner)
Cylinder of oxygen for emergencies
1 bottle of Kilimanjaro water for the first day per person
Fill your water bottle at the hut before leaving
Tips for the local team (guides, cook, and porters)
Warm, windproof jacket with hood
Good warm sleeping bag
Waterproof jacket and over trousers
Water bottle (2 to 3 litres)
Walking trousers
Shirts and pullover
Water purification tablets and filter
Warm underwear
Wash kit, towel, toilet paper
Walking socks
First aid kit (including blister plasters, lip salve, headache pills, sun cream, and personal medication)
Good, comfortable walking boots
Torch with extra batteries
Trainers (for evenings)
Sunglasses
Gaiters, walking pole(s), and glasses
Warm gloves, rucksack, or duffel bag
Sun hat
Warm hat or balaclava
Logistics
Your 6 days finish where they began, in Arusha.
Watch the film
Create your own adventure
Say goodbye to travel stress.
Starting from
Estimated room rates
When
Travellers
Total
—
