9-Day Mount Kilimanjaro Machame Route Trek with Uhuru Peak Sunrise

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Day 01

Arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport

• When you arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport, our guide will be there waiting for you.
• He will drop you off at your hotel, where you can relax after your flight. Before the beginning of your climb, he will brief you and give you details such as what to wear, what to put in your backpack, and other important tips to make the climb as comfortable as possible for you.

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Day 02

Machame Gate to Machame Camp

• Our guide will pick you up from the hotel in the morning and take you to Machame Gate, where your unforgettable Kili climb begins. As you ascend through the stunning landscapes, lush rainforests gradually transition into heather moorlands. After a five- to six-hour hike, you reach Machame Camp on the edge of the forest area in the heath zone. This is your first day at this altitude.

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Day 03

Machame Camp to Shira Camp

• This second day on the mountain starts with another pleasant climb that is a little steeper. You first pass a small circular cliff known as Picnic Rock, where you are rewarded with stunning views of Kibo, one of Kilimanjaro's peaks, and Shira, one of the other volcanic peaks. From Picnic Rock, you hike to Shira Camp via a beautiful route to have lunch and rest. If you wish, you can take an acclimatization walk towards Lava Tower to an altitude of 4,120 meters over a distance of 2 km.

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Day 04

Shira Camp via Lava Tower to Barranco Camp

• From Shira Camp, you trek to the beautiful Lava Tower for lunch. This part of the climb has many ascents and descents and offers beautiful views along the way. It is important to find the right pace, as this is a longer hike and you might feel a bit uncomfortable due to the increased altitude. After lunch, you descend to Barranco Camp at the foot of the imposing Barranco Wall, which is impressive in both its sheer size and steepness.

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Day 05

Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp

• After breakfast, depart from Barranco Camp for the Barranco Wall. For many people, this is their favorite part of the climb. Once at the top of the Barranco Wall, you have a spectacular view of Kibo Volcano and Mount Meru. This route has many ascents and descents, so keep the right pace. Have lunch at the camp, and after a rest, take an acclimatization hike toward Barafu Camp.

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Day 06

Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp

• Today, you hike to Barafu Camp, the starting point for your ascent to Uhuru Peak, the top of Kilimanjaro. You will arrive at the camp around lunch. Rest, and after you regain your strength, take an acclimatization hike to Kosovo Summit Camp at 4,800 m and back. Enjoy breathtaking views of the surrounding peaks and experience the thrill of high-altitude camping as you prepare for the final push to the summit around midnight.

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Day 07

Barafu Camp to Uhuru Peak and Millennium Camp

• Around midnight, you start from Barafu Camp and head to Uhuru Peak. The climb follows good trails, and the most challenging part is the high altitude.
• Once you reach the summit, you can enjoy a beautiful and impressive sunrise at this height.
• After a short time at the top, where you celebrate your ultimate triumph, you descend slowly to the scenic Millennium Camp.

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Day 08

Millennium Camp to Mweka Gate and Hotel

• When you wake up today, you will experience a pleasant feeling due to the reduced altitude and the satisfaction of reaching the summit. Millennium Camp is located in a tropical rainforest.
• After breakfast, you take an easy walk to Mweka Gate, the exit of Kilimanjaro National Park.
• Your driver will bring you back to the hotel for a well-deserved rest and celebration of your remarkable achievement.

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Day 09

Departure or Optional Extension

• On the 10th day of your itinerary, it is time to say goodbye and depart. However, if you are interested, we would be delighted to arrange a post-climbing safari trip or a day trip for you to continue your African adventure. Please let us know if you want to extend your stay with us.