7 Days Machame Route

Day 1:  Machame Gate 1,800 m to Machame Camp 3,000 m

Hiking Time: Approximately  7 hours

Habitat: Montana Forest

After breakfast, you’ll get picked up from your hotel/hostel in Moshi and driven to the starting point at Machame Gate approximately 45 min After registration, and our crew cooker and porter preparing all equipment for trip  you will begin your journey to the first camp Machame camp we’ll using a well-maintained trail through Montana Forest. On the way, you’ll walk through dense rainforest with a short break, while your guide proved more interpretation about Kilimanjaro local flora and fauna .until halfway we’ll get lunch at the forest then pole pole walk to the camp .arrive at camp mainly it can be in evening. You’ll get hot water for washing while cook will prepare dinner every day after dinner our guide provide briefing to you about Tomorrow.

Day 2: Machame Camp 3,000 m to Shira Camp 3,840 m

Hiking Time: Approximately 6 hours

Habitat: Moorland Zone

On the second day, you’ll rise early for breakfast and begin climbing a lightly steeper through the moorland vegetation zone. Here you will start to get fantastic views of Kibo peak the summit cone of Mt. Kilimanjaro, while continuing along a rocky ridge to Shira Plateau. Shira is actually a collapsed volcanic crater and was the first of Kilimanjaro’s three volcanic cones to existing .we’ll have a hot lunch at the camp, at the evening we’ll walk around the camp for acclimatization. If it’s a clear day, you’ll enjoy superb panoramic views while the sundown. Shira Camp is very exposed and will feel much colder with temperatures dropping below freezing point during the night.

Day 3: Shira Camp 3,840 m to Barranco Camp 3,850 m

Hiking Time: Approximately 6 to 7 hours

Habitat: Alpine desert

The best day for acclimatization we’ll climb high and we’ll sleep low, the route now takes you into semi-desert and rocky landscapes surrounding Lava Tower, a 300ft high volcanic rock formation. You’ll then ascend the rocky screen path to Lava Tower for great panoramic views; we’ll get hot lunch at lava towel, before a steep descent into the Barranco Valley. You may find this trek a little tougher than the previous days as some hikers usually start to experience symptoms of altitude sickness. Although you will finish today’s climb at almost the same elevation as you started, this is very good practice for acclimatization and will help prepare your body for summit day. Barranco wall in a beautiful, sheltered valley.

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Day 4: Barranco Camp 3,850 m to Karanga Camp 4,100 m

Hiking Time: Approximately 4 to 5 hours

Habitat: Alpine desert

This will be a shorter day of hiking to allow for acclimatization. After breakfast, you will begin to ascend the Barranco Wall and hike glacial valleys – but don’t worry, it is easier than it looks! From the top of the wall, you will enjoy the viewing of Mount Meru if it’s a clear day,Advisable for a nice place for a jumping photo, then cross a series of hills and valleys before descending into Karanga Valley. After one steeper climb, you’ll reach Karanga Camp where you will relax for the afternoon at the evening you’ll walk around the camp for acclimatization and an overnight rest.

Day 5: Karanga Camp 4,100 m to Barafu base Camp 4,674 m

Day 6:Barafu Camp 4,674 m to Uhuru Peak 5,895 m then descending to Mweka Camp 3,110 m

Hiking time: 6 to 7 hours to Uhuru Peak; 7 to 8 hours to Mweka Camp

Habitat: Arctic conditions

This is where the going gets really tough! Just before midnight, you will venture into the night and begin your final ascent to the summit of Mt Kilimanjaro. Head northwest through the heavy stone screen following multiple ridge rocky until you reach Stella Point (5,685m).This section is probably the most challenging part of the route, and will require great physical and mental effort. Continue to move slowly, always listening to your guide. Always be transparent to express what you feel.

After a short rest at Stella Point, you will hike along the crater rim for another hour before reaching your ultimate goal – Uhuru Peak 5,895m Weather conditions on the summit will determine how long you will be able to spend there, but it is important to start your descent within good time to ensure you get enough rest back at Barafu Camp. After your rest, you’ll gather the rest of your belongings and descend to Mweka Hut 3,100m where you’ll enjoy dinner and a well-earned sleep.

Day 7: Mweka Hut 3,100 m to Mweka Gate 1,980 m

Hiking time: Approximately 3 to 4 hours

Habitat: Rainforest

After eating breakfast, you will begin the easiest part of your adventure on Mount Kilimanjaro via scenic path through the forest to Mweka Gate. Successful hikers who made it to Stella Point and Uhuru Peak will be awarded their certificates at the gate. Then it’s time to drive back to your hotel to enjoy a shower, dinner and Kilimanjaro beer.