Embark on an unforgettable adventure to the summit of Africa’s tallest peak, Mount Kilimanjaro, via the famous Machame Route. This 7-day journey is designed for adventurers looking to experience the thrill of trekking through lush rainforests, alpine deserts, and icy glaciers. With expert guides, breathtaking views, and the chance to conquer the “Roof of Africa,” this trip offers an exhilarating challenge for trekkers of all skill levels.
Highlights
- Climb to Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa (5,895m) Scenic trek through five distinct ecological zones Stunning sunrise views from the summit Accompanied by experienced guides and support crew No technical climbing skills required, just determination and physical fitness
After all custom formalities you will appear at the arrival area where you will meet Mountain Lion and Safaris driver guide holding a sign board with your booking names in the list. After checking that you have all your luggage and belongings, the driver will take you with your group and transfer to the Hotel.
This is day is designed for your trip briefing and gear check and also recovering from Jet Lag. The Guide will check your gears in the morning after breakfast to make sure you all have proper and all the climbing equipment needed. After lunch you will have time to visit Arusha town with visit to a local market on walking from your Hotel or you can use Vehicle. You are back to the Hotel later in the evening for more relaxation or go for a swimming pool for all who will be interested.
Drive from Arusha to Machame Gate takes about 1 hr to 45 minutes. The journey passes through the village of Machame, which is located on the lower slopes of the mountain. It will take a short time to registration and the after that we will have lunch before we start our hike. We depart the park gate and walk through the montane rain forest on a winding trail up the ridge.
Drive from Arusha to Machame Gate takes about 1 hr to 45 minutes. The journey passes through the village of Machame, which is located on the lower slopes of the mountain. It will take a short time to registration and the after that we will have lunch before we start our hike. We depart the park gate and walk through the montane rain forest on a winding trail up the ridge.
At lower elevations the trail can be muddy and slippery. Gaiters and trekking poles are a good idea to have them on. We continue a short distance until we reach the Machame Camp.
Elevation: 1830m/6000ft to 3050m/9950ft
Distance: 11km/7miles
Hiking Time: 5-6 hours
Habitat; Montane Forest
Meals; LD
After breakfast we leave the glades of the rain forest and continue on an ascending path, crossing the valley along a steep rocky.
After breakfast we leave the glades of the rain forest and continue on ascending path, crossing the valley 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/12600ft
Distance; 5km/3miles
Walking time; 4-5 hours
Habitat; moorland
Meals; BLD
From 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 elevation 4650m/15250ft.
Shortly after the tower we come to the second junction which goes up to Arrow Glacier. We now continue down to the Barranco Camp. Although you will 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. In another way we say climb high sleep low
Elevation; 3850m/12600ft to 4000m/13000ft
Distance; 10km/6miles
Walking time; 5-6 hours
Habitat; semi desert
Meals; BLD
After breakfast, we leave Barranco and continue on a steep up the Barranco Wall, through the Karanga Valley to the junction, which connects, with the Millennium to Mweka Trail. 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 with views of the summit in the distance.
Elevation; 4000m/13000ft to 4700m/15350ft
Distance; 9km/6miles
Walking time; 6-8hours
Habitat; Alpine desert
Meals; BLD
Very early in the morning, we continue our way to the summit between the Rebmann and Ratzel glaciers. You head in a northwesterly direction and ascend through heavy stone loose 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 ever seen. 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.
From the summit we will descend down to 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/15350ft to 5895 to 19340ft
Down to 3090m/10150ft
Distance; km/3miles up to 13km/8miles down
Hiking time; 5-7hours up/5-6 hours down
Habitat; Stone loose screed and ice –capped summit
Meals; BLD
After breakfast we continue to descend 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).
Our vehicles will be waiting for you at Mweka gate where our final lunch is prepared and there is possibility of shopping at a nearby souvenir shop and then drive you back to your hotel in Arusha (about 2 hours).
Elevation; 3090m/10150ft to 1680m/5500ft
Distance; 10km/6miles
Hiking time; 3-4 hours
Habitat; forest
Meals; BL