7-Day Trekking Expedition Via Machame Route at Mount Kilimanjaro

Hike at the scenic Mount Kilimanjaro

Traverse through Mount Kilimanjaro

Venture to Mount Kilimanjaro

Hike at the scenic Mount Kilimanjaro

Climb at Mount Kilimanjaro

Highlights

Trek to the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro via the scenic and adventurous Machame Route

Explore diverse terrains, from lush rainforests to alpine deserts and the ice-capped summit

Acclimatize with strategically planned stops, including the iconic Lava Tower and Barranco Wall

Enjoy comfortable accommodations in Moshi before and after your trek

Celebrate your achievement with summit certificates at the Mweka Gate upon descent

Mount Kilimanjaro, Moshi

nature, climbing, camping

Group Tour

7 Days

Medium

English, French, German, Spanish

Description

Embark on an exhilarating 7-day adventure to conquer Africa’s highest peak via the stunning and challenging Machame Route! Experience breathtaking landscapes, from lush rainforests to alpine deserts, while trekking through steep ridges and valleys. Enjoy cosy accommodations in Moshi and savour the thrill of reaching the iconic Uhuru Peak for an unforgettable hiking journey.

Itinerary

Day 1- Drive to Kilimanjaro National Park Machame Gate, Hike to Machame Camp
- Drive from Moshi to the Mount Kilimanjaro National Gate Park takes about 45 minutes. The journey passes through Machame village, which is located on the lower slopes of the mountain.
- We depart the park gate and walk through the rainforest on a winding trail up a ridge.
- At lower elevations, the trail can be muddy and slippery. Gaiters and trekking poles are a good idea here.
- We continue a short distance until we reach the Machame Camp.
Elevation: 1830m/6000ft to 3050m/9950ft
Distance: 11km/7mi
Hiking time: 5-6 hours
Habitat: Montane Forest
Day 2- Hike Machame Camp to Shira Camp
- After breakfast, we leave the glades of the rainforest and continue on an ascending path, crossing the valley along a steep rocky ridge. The route now turns west onto a river gorge until we arrive at the Shira campsite.
Elevation: 3050m/9950ft to 3850m/12,600ft
Distance: 5km/3mi
Hiking time: 4-5 hours
Habitat: Moorland
Day 3- Hike Shira Camp to Lava Tower to Barranco Camp
- From the Shira Plateau we continue to the east up a ridge, passing the junction towards the peak of Kibo.
- As we continue, our direction changes to the South East towards the Lava Tower, called the “Shark’s Tooth” (elev 4650m/15,250ft).
- Shortly after the tower we come to the second junction which goes to the Arrow Glacier.
- We now continue down to the Barranco Camp.
- Although you end the day around the same elevation as when you began, this day is very important for acclimatization and will help your body prepare for summit day.
Elevation: 3850m/12,600ft to 4000m/13,000ft
Distance: 10km/6mi
Walking Time: 5-6 hours
Habitat: Semi-desert
Day 4- Hike Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp
- After breakfast, we leave Barranco and continue on a steep ridge up the Barranco Wall to the Karanga Valley and the junction which connects with the Mweka Trail.
Elevation: 4000m/13,000ft to 4050m/13,250ft
Distance: 5km/3mi
Hiking time: 34 hours
Habitat: Alpine Desert
Day 5- Hike Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp
- We continue up to the Barafu Camp.
- You have completed the South Circuit, which offers views of the summit from many different angles.
- Here we make camp, rest, enjoy dinner, and prepare for the summit day.
Elevation: 4050m/13,250ft to 4700m/15,350ft
Distance: 4km/2mi
Hiking time: 3-4 hours
Habitat: Alpine Desert
Day 6- Hike Barafu Camp to Summit, down to Mweka Camp
- Very early in the morning (midnight to 2 am), we continue our way to the summit between the Rebmann and Ratzel glaciers.
- You head in a northwesterly direction and ascend through heavy scree towards Stella Point on the crater rim. This is the most mentally and physically challenging portion of the trek.
- At Stella Point, you will stop for a short rest and will be rewarded with the most magnificent sunrise you are ever likely to see. Faster hikers may view the sunrise from the summit.
- From Stella Point, you may encounter snow all the way on your 1-hour ascent to the summit.
- Once at Uhuru Peak, you have reached the highest point on Mount Kilimanjaro and the continent of Africa!
- From the summit we begin our descent by continuing straight down to the Mweka Camp, stopping at Barafu for lunch.
- You may want gaiters and trekking poles for the loose gravel going down.
- We arrive at Mweka Camp and enjoy our last evening on the mountain.
Elevation: 4700m/15,350ft to 5895m/19,340ft
Down to : 3090m/10,150ft
Distance: 5km/3mi up / 13km/8mi down
Hiking time: 5-7 hours up / 5-6 hours down
Vegetation: Stone scree and ice-capped summit
Day 7- Hike Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate, drive to Moshi
- After breakfast, we continue the descent down to the Mweka Park Gate to receive your summit certificates.
- At lower elevations, it can be wet and muddy. Gaiters and trekking poles will help. Shorts and T-shirts will probably be plenty to wear (keep rain gear and warmer clothing handy).
- We will meet you at Mweka gate to drive you back to your hotel in Moshi (about 30 minutes).
Elevation: 3090m/10,150ft to 1680m/5500ft
Down to : 3090m/10,150ft
Distance: 10km/6mi
Hiking time: 3-4 hours
Habitat: Forest

What's Included

All transfers to the mountain and back to your Moshi hotel

Professional, experienced, and friendly mountain guides

Medical evacuation with Kilimedair> Flying Doctors

2 nights and accommodations before and after the trek in good hotels.

Guides, Porters, Cook salaries, and park fees

Pulse-oximeter – To measure the oxygen level of each climber daily

Portable Emergency Oxygen tanks

Quality, waterproof, four-season private mountain sleeping tents

Sleeping Mattress

All meals while on the Mountain

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

Conservation fees (part of park fees)

Camping or Hut fees (part of park fees)

Rescue fees (part of park fees)

Arrival and Departure transfers

All Government Tax and Park Entrance Fees

VAT (18% charged by the Government)

What's Excluded

Tips for guides, cooks, and porters

Track your trek by satellite device services

Personal trekking equipment such as sleeping bags, hiking boots, clothes, etc (available for renting)

Tips and gratuities

Travel Insurance

Tanzania Visa on arrival

Personal Expenses (e.g. laundry, telephone, beverages, etc.)

Optional Tours (short safari after your climb etc)

Know Before You Go

Is it Safe to travel to Africa? Is it Safe to travel to Tanzania?

Africa is currently Safe. Tanzania is very safe and we are ready to organize your African epic holiday.Despite of the fact of how safe we are Safe mostly from

COVID-19

But still Tanzania has standard operating procedures in place to contain COVID-19 and ensure maximum safety. Some airlines have already resumed international flights and we can plan the entire trip for you. Tanzania welcomes you again!

Requirements to get into the country:

Visa

Visas are compulsory for all visitors and cost from $50. Visas are obtainable at the airport when you arrive, but rather have one before you land, as officials tend to “not have change”. Visas are obtainable from the Tanzanian Embassy. Please contact us should you want the Embassy address in your area. You will need 2 passport photos and 2 completed forms. Should you not have the time to organize a visa, please contact us and we will gladly assist you for a small fee.

Yellow Fever inoculation certificate

The inoculation is obtainable from your nearest travel clinic or from your local physician. Staple it into the front of your passport if you are afraid of losing it. Most African countries require this certificate, so don’t ever be without it when traveling in Africa.

Malaria Tablets

Zanzibar is situated in a malaria zone, so it is recommended that you consult your physician on the prescription right for you. Pregnant women are not allowed to take Malaria prevention drugs, and are cautioned before entering any malaria area. To set your mind at rest, we stayed in Zanzibar for 2 years, and fortunately never contracted malaria. This is not to say you won’t get it..

JUST BE CAREFUL.

Insect/ Mosquito repellent

Mosquitoes, like little vampires, favor night conditions. Be sure to take a repellent, and cover all exposed areas of your body (e.g. neck and arms). We recommend that you wear trousers at night and long-sleeved shirts should you be outdoors. If the heat is too much and you wear a short-sleeved shirt, make sure you smear/ spray your arms with repellent. At night before you go to bed, make sure your mosquito net is either touching the ground, or is tucked in, and your exposed areas (especially your ankles) are protected with repellent.

Anti-histamine cream

For those irritating bites

Currency

Traveler’s cheques and cash are accepted at hotels and Bureau de Changes. US$ are the preferred currency. If you plan on taking cash, make sure you take large bills (e.g. $50 or $100) as these for some unknown reason always get a better rate. Don’t go running to the first Bureau you see at the airport, as these, along with the hotels and resorts, normally have the worst exchange rate. If you are planning on taking a taxi into town, rather pay the fare in US$ and go to a bureau in town. There are many all over town. Try to negotiate a better rate, you never know.

Try to pay for as much as possible in the local currency (Tanzanian Shillings), always bearing in mind the exchange rate. If the locals see you have foreign currency, they will try to relieve you of it. ALWAYS haggle or bargain and try to pretend you know what you are doing. Remember to keep some of your home currency for your return, just in case. You will also have to pay a departure tax of $30 when you leave.

Embassies

There are a few consulates on the island, but all embassies are situated in Dar Es Salaam.

Do I need Vaccinations to travel Tanzania and Zanzibar?

The vaccination should be acquired a minimum of 10 days before travel to Tanzania and Zanzibar A certificate of vaccination for Yellow Fever will be necessary for arrival from Kenya or other neighboring East African Countries, and if you have traveled recently in any other areas at risk of Yellow Fever, including South America and parts of Asia.

Travel Insurance

It is imperative that you have travel insurance. Even though they do not check any certificates when you enter the airports, for your own peace of mind, make sure that you are adequately covered.

What to pack

Light sandals or rubber flip-flops. Some places require you to remove your shoes before entering. Good walking shoes if you plan on doing a lot of sight seeing.

Raincoat or umbrella if you are traveling in the rainy season. Monsoon rains are heavy.

Flashlight, for those irritating power cuts. Many hotels do have generator backup systems though.

Clothes – these should be light as it is very hot and humid. A jersey or windbreaker is recommended for those winter nights (just in case). Women are “frowned upon” for wearing revealing clothes. Mini-skirts are a definite no. Try to wear shorts (no not hot pants) or a long skirt, and try to keep the shoulders covered.

Communications

There are many Internet cafes in major towns and at some of the hotels and resorts, so in a non-emergency, this is the best form of communication. Charges range from Tsh1,000 to Tsh5,000 (about $1 to $5) for an hour’s connection. The local telephone company TTCL is inadequate, so if you need to phone internationally, best you ask at the Internet café. They usually have facilities, or they will be able to direct you to someone who has. Be careful, it may be expensive.

Electricity

This is the same as the UK and in South Africa, being 220/230 V. Do not leave appliances plugged in all day, as there are many power fluctuations which might destroy them. US Citizens will have to get an adapter and a transformer for Zanzibar power. If your plug does not match, then enquire at a local shop, they should be able to assist.

Driving

If you are planning on renting a car or motorbike, make sure you have a VALID international driver’s license. You will be stopped in one of the many roadblocks, and often police are just looking for a bribe. Bribery has become a culture amongst the police, so make sure you have the correct documentation, to avoid having to pay a bribe.

If you plan on driving in Stone Town, make sure you know the roads, as there are many one-way streets and the drivers are reckless. If a police car approaches with a siren hailing, you have to pull over to the side of the road and stop, no matter which way it is going. Once it has passed, you may pull out and continue.

Crime

As with all cities, Zanzibar is not free of crime. Unfortunately, it has been on the increase, so make sure you do not take valuables on holiday with you. If you do take expensive jewelry, make sure it is either locked up when you go out or hidden from sight.

Be careful not to walk the streets at night alone, this invites trouble. If you are confronted, do not resist, and try to report the matter to the police as soon as possible. The police are sometimes rude and arrogant, but an attempt will be made to recover your property.

The shorter rainy period of October to December often has thunderstorms that pass over the mountain, dropping rains as they go. Typical the cloud disappear in the evening leaving the nights and mornings very clear with excellent visibility.

January and February are usually dry, warm, and clear with brief rain showers which make good climbing condition

Even though one can climb throughout the year, January, February and September are the best months with July, August, November, and December also good.

HIGHLIGHTS: Trekking to the highest mountain in Africa

Two-night hotel accommodation in Moshi at Mountain Inn Lindrin Lodge or Similar

LOCATIONS: Tanzania/Kilimanjaro

ACTIVITIES: Mountain Trekking

Please confirm your trip in advance to propagate your special offer.

Please note: we provide tents and Mattress free for our clients.

Climbing gear are available on hire.

The hiking boot is from $30 we also have a -18 and -20degree/season sleeping bag and the price is only USD$30. The price for each piece of equipment it will cover the trip.

Please feel free to ask any question and our Kilimanjaro Local guides will be very happy to work with you in organizing your tour.

The minimum of this route is 6 days.

What To Bring

Plan your perfect Kilimanjaro climb -

Training and preparation for climbing the mountain Kilimanjaro

The very best way to prepare for climbing to high altitude is to climb to high altitude. Although this is difficult for most people, remember that the higher the altitude and the longer the hikes, the better. Whether it be to hike 2,000 feet to the top of the local hill or climbing larger mountains further afield; just being out hiking uphill is the best. This also allows you to get used to your backpack and boots.

Running and biking are also very good and at least take you outdoors so you can test your equipment. Stair masters and climbing machines at the gym will work if outdoor hiking isn’t an option. Try not to go for short hard blasts of exercise but long sustained workouts instead. An adequate training regime is to maintain 80% of your max heart rate (220 minus your age) for an hour, three to four days a week. Remember high altitude mountain climbing requires acclimatization and a strong mind is as important as a strong body. If you are fairly fit and choose a climbing itinerary that allows plenty of time to acclimatize you have the formula for success.

So we recommend you to :

Do aerobic exercises for the body to function with less oxygen as on summit day there is less oxygen

Hike on hills and mountains or on a gym trail machine to practice hiking

Increase hiking distance and time of hiking to increase your stability as on the mountain you will have long hiking days.

Wear your boots and day park on hiking as you hike daily on the mountain.

Eat more fruit and vegetables. Reduce red meat, smoke, and alcoholic

Getting your body shape and physical trails

Rest and Sleep well.

Our Guides

There are so many types of guides, but our guides are people`s people and extraordinary guides. These are the types of guides with great personalities and the best guides in Africa. These are the guides with true love over a broad ground of subject. They are funny all the time and you will be happy and laughing all the time. They will go the extra mile to spend extra time with you to make sure your holiday goes beyond your expectations. On the mountain, we call them mountainous doctor due to their techniques and unique knowledge of dealing with high-altitude sickness.

Our Porters

These are very strong and hard-working men who have a lot of experience in climbing Kilimanjaro for a number of years. They are very funny and friendly and always walk fast than you and reach the camp before you so that they can prepare a place for you to rest and to have your delicious natural food from our friend's cook. When we see you tired and exhausted we shall speak a few courageous words in the Swahili language, that is “pole pole hakuna matata,` which means “slowly slowly don`t worry. On the way to the summit, our guides will comfort and encourage you every single minute by singing a rhythm melody of Africa, which will make you regain again and conquer the roof of Africa.

Meeting Point

Kilimanjaro International Airport, Kilimanjaro Airport Road, Tanzania

Cancellation Policy

For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -

Refund of 80% of the tour price.

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7-Day Trekking Expedition Via Machame Route at Mount Kilimanjaro

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Itinerary

Day 1- Drive to Kilimanjaro National Park Machame Gate, Hike to Machame Camp

Day 2- Hike Machame Camp to Shira Camp

Day 3- Hike Shira Camp to Lava Tower to Barranco Camp

Day 4- Hike Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp

Day 5- Hike Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp

Day 6- Hike Barafu Camp to Summit, down to Mweka Camp

Day 7- Hike Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate, drive to Moshi

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7-Day Trekking Expedition Via Machame Route at Mount Kilimanjaro

Highlights

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Description

Itinerary

Day 1- Drive to Kilimanjaro National Park Machame Gate, Hike to Machame Camp

Day 2- Hike Machame Camp to Shira Camp

Day 3- Hike Shira Camp to Lava Tower to Barranco Camp

Day 4- Hike Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp

Day 5- Hike Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp

Day 6- Hike Barafu Camp to Summit, down to Mweka Camp

Day 7- Hike Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate, drive to Moshi

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