KILIMANJARO – MACHAME ROUTE – 7 DAYS

Climbing Mount Kilimanjaro via the Machame route is one of the most scenic and the most reputable route as much more as none of other routes in comparison. Nicknamed the “Whiskey Route”, the Machame route most especially in comparison with the Marangu route which is being referred to as a “Coca-Cola route.”

The Marangu route is arguably one of the most challenging routes in terms of its high elevations and altitudes; but it is better suited for adventurous trekkers and those familiarized with mountain trek experience.

The Machame route is proven to be scenically the most beautiful and appealing route comparing to other routes. Taking you through the stunning sights across the Shira plateau, from Barranco Wall to Lava tower and all the way up to the summit, the Machame route has much more to offer than the amazing memories of the Kilimanjaro adventure experience. Some parts of this route are steeper than the Marangu and Rongai routes and strategically more demanding but is strenuously easier comprehensive.

However, the Machame route is highly reputable for its rising and falling elevations with trek high and sleep low geomorphology that offers a better acclimatization hike as we move from one camp to another.

Overnights on the 7-day Machame Route will be in tents.

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Itinerary:

Day 0: Arrival in Tanzania – drive to Moshi

Our representatives will be waiting to meet you at the Kilimanjaro International Airport (KIA) on your arrival with our transferring driver and drive to the Hotel in Moshi for relaxation and overnight. Upon your arrival, depending on time; your trekking guide will meet you at the hotel for a short briefing concerning the trip and conduct a quick equipment check should you require and trekking gear to be borrowed as soon as possible. Your trek will commence the next day early morning for the long awaited adventure of a life time.

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Day 1: Machame Entrance Gate (1,800m / 5905.6ft) to Machame Camp (3,000 m / 9842.6ft)

Distance: 10km/6.3miles

Duration: 5-6 hours

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included

Accommodation: Spacious 2-person tents, on sharing basis

Day 2: Trekking Machame Camp (3,000m / 98426ft) to Shira Cave Camp (3,750m / 12303.6ft)

Distance: 6km/3.8mi

Duration: 4-5 hours

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included

Accommodation: Spacious 2-person tents, on sharing basis

Day 3: Shira Cave Camp (3,750m / 12303.2ft) to Lava Tower (4,600m / 15091.9ft) to Barranco Camp (3,940m / 12926.6ft)

Distance: 10km/6miles

Duration: 6 – 7 hours

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included

Accommodation: Spacious 2-person tents, on sharing basis

Day 4: Barranco Camp (3,940m / 12926.6ft) to Karanga Camp (3963m / 13,002ft)

Distance: 6km / 3.8mi

Duration: 3 – 4 hours

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included

Accommodation: Spacious 2-person tents. Accommodation is on sharing basis

Day 5: Karanga Camp (3963m / 13,002ft) to Barafu Camp (4,640m / 15,224ft)

Distance: 4km / 2.5mi

Duration: 3 – 4 hours

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included

Accommodation: Spacious 2-person tents. Accommodation is on sharing basis

Day 6: Barafu Camp (4640m / 15,224ft) to UHURU PEAK (5895m / 19,341ft) & down to Millennium Camp (3790m / 12,434ft)

Distance: 13.5km / 8.4mi

Duration: 12 – 15 hours

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included

Accommodation: Spacious 2-person tents. Accommodation is on sharing basis

Day 7: Trek Millennium Camp (3790m / 12,435ft) to Mweka Gate (1600m / 5,250ft)

Distance: 13.5km / 8.4mi

Duration: 5 – 7 hours

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included

Accommodation: Accommodation is at Kilele Lodge / Other

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