Kilimanjaro Climbing – The Machame Route - East Africa Safari in Tanzania

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8-day guided climbing tour of Mount Kilimanjaro in Tanzania via the The Machame Route.

Climbing Kilimanjaro - The Machame Route is an 8-day, 7-night climb of Africa's highest mountain, staying at Machame, Shira, Barranco, Barafu and Mweka huts en route.

Climbing Kilimanjaro on the Machame route is a more natural climb in comparison to the Marangu Route, which has been modified to make an easier path. The Machame Route is more demanding, but a much quieter and more scenic route which makes climbing Kilimanjaro all the more rewarding. Overnights are spent camping in tents, which are carried and pitched by the accompanying porters. Highlights of this route are the Shira Plateau, Barranco wall and the Karanga Valley reaching the summit via Stella Point.

Because this route is more taxing it is recommended that climbers should be physically fit. You will need to acclimatise. With the additional day on trek there is a good chance of reaching the summit. It will be a tough challenge but we know you have it in you!

Killimanjaro Machame Climb - view of Killimanjaro

Killimanjaro Machame Climb - The Machame route


"Meals" Descriptions:

	B	-	Breakfast
	BB	-	Bed & Breakfast
	HB	-	Half Board
	FB	-	Full Board
	DBB	-	Dinner, Bed & Breakfast
	LD	-	Lunch & Dinner


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Day 1: Arusha

On arrival in Kilimanjaro, you will be met and transferred to the Impala Hotel for the night. In the evening, meet your guide to be briefed on your excursion, and hire equipment if required. Relax, focus and prepare before having dinner at the hotel

Meals : D
Accommodation : Impala Hotel

Day 2: Machame Camp (Approx 2hr30min drive)

You are transferred to the Kilimanjaro National Park Gate at Machame for the 1st section of the climb. Climbing Kilimanjaro begins here where you will walk through the lush rainforest to Machame, which is about 3000m above sea level, for your overnight camping (6-7hr).

Meals : FB

Day 3: Shira Camp

After breakfast a shorter walk starts by climbing up a steep ridge to reach a small semi-circular cliff known as Picnic Rock. Here there are excellent views of Kibo's glaciated dome. Enjoy the views & scenery whilst you hike to a large gorge, which you cross to reach Shira Camp where you will overnight. This walk takes about 4-6hr and takes you to a height of 3800m.

Meals : FB

Day 4: Barranco Camp

Heading eastwards towards Kibo, you will cross a broad valley and continue climbing to a ridge crest. Enjoy the views, take a break and then cross to scree slopes and a river valley before reaching Kilimanjaro Barranco Campsite. It will take about 5-7hr to reach the height of 3900m where you will spend the night.

Meals : FB

Day 5: Barafu Camp

The path climbs steeply out of the Barranco Valley, crosses the Karanga River which is the last water point on this route climbing Kilimanjaro. There is a steep climb over rocky slabs to Barafu Campsite, your overnight camping site, at a height of 4600m. This has stunning views of the ice fields. Before you fall asleep, know you are nearly there.

Meals : FB

Day 6: Mweka Camp

You start climbing at about 1am to reach the crater rim in time for sunrise. After taking in the amazing view you then walk to Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa: 6-7hr and 5896m. From here you will descend via Barafu Campsite through the forest to Mweka Campsite to stay overnight and relax after a long, but worthwhile climb: 5-7hr and 3000m).

Meals : FB

Day 7: Arusha

Descend through the forest to the park gate at Mweka Wildlife College, 4-6hr, were you will be met and transferred to your hotel for dinner and overnight stay. With a feeling of achievement, relax and unwind for the night.

Meals : FB
Accommodation : Impala Hotel

Day 8: Day of Departure

You spend your day at leisure and enjoy a last lunch with your group before transferring to Kilimanjaro Airport for your onward flight.

Meals : B




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