Arusha to Machame Gate (1790m) then to Machame Camp (3010m)

Kilimanjaro National Park - The journey from Arusha to the Machame Gate takes approximately 4 hours. The route travels through the village of Machame, situated on the mountain’s lower slopes. Upon leaving the park gate, the path leads through a lush rainforest along a winding trail up a ridge until reaching Machame Camp.

Machame Camp (3010m) To Shira Camp (3845M)

Kilimanjaro National Park - Departing from the rainforest glades, the trail ascends along a steep, rocky ridge. On the Shira Plateau, hikers traverse heather and open moorlands, crossing a significant river gorge to arrive at Shira Camp.

● Machame Camp to Shira Camp
● Elevation: 9,350 ft to 12,500 ft
● Distance: 5 km/3 miles
● Hiking Time: 4-6 hours
● Habitat: Heath

Shira Cave (3845m) TO Barranco Camp (3960m)

Kilimanjaro National Park - The route continues eastward up a ridge, then southeast towards the Lava Tower, a 300 ft volcanic rock formation. Descending to Barranco Camp, hikers pass through the unique and beautiful Senecio Forest, reaching an altitude of 13,000 ft. Although the day begins and ends at the same elevation, time spent at higher altitudes aids acclimatization.

● Machame Camp to Shira Camp
● Elevation: 12,500 ft to 15,190 ft
● Distance: 7 km/4 miles
● Hiking Time: 4-5 hours
● Habitat: Alpine Desert

● Lava Tower to Barranco Camp
● Elevation: 15,190 ft to 13,044 ft
● Distance: 3 km/2 miles
● Hiking Time: 2-3 hours
● Habitat: Alpine Desert

Barranco Camp (3960m) To Barafu Camp (4640m)

Kilimanjaro National Park - The day begins with a descent into the Great Barranco, a vast ravine. The trail then ascends steeply up the Great Barranco Wall, separating hikers from Kibo’s southeastern slopes. The climb is over rock, not technical, but lengthy and tiring. Passing beneath the Heim and Kersten glaciers, the path leads to the Karanga valley, the last stop for fresh water before the summit. The terrain becomes scree as the route continues through arid and desolate land towards Barafu Camp.

● Barranco Camp to Barafu Camp
● Distance: 8 km/5.3 miles
● Hiking Time: 7-8 hours
● Habitat: Arctic

Barafu Camp (4640m) To Uhuru Peak (5895m) & Down To Millennium Camp (3790m)

Kilimanjaro National Park - The ascent to the summit begins very early in the morning (around midnight). This section is the most mentally and physically demanding part of the trek. The wind and cold at this elevation and time can be intense. The climb is done in darkness for several hours with frequent, short breaks. Near Stella Point (18,900 ft), a breathtaking sunrise over Mawenzi Peak awaits. Finally, hikers reach Uhuru Peak, the highest point on Mount Kilimanjaro and the African continent.

After the summit, the descent continues directly to the Mweka Hut campsite, with a stop at Barafu for lunch. The trail is rocky and can be tough on the knees; trekking poles are beneficial. Mweka Camp is located in the upper forest, where mist or rain is common in the late afternoon. In the evening, the last dinner on the mountain is enjoyed, followed by a well-deserved rest.

Trek Millennium Camp (3790m) To Mweka Gate (1630m)

Kilimanjaro National Park - On the final day, the descent continues to Mweka Gate, where summit certificates are collected. At lower elevations, conditions can be wet and muddy. From the gate, the journey continues for another hour to Mweka Village. A vehicle will be waiting at Mweka Village to transport hikers back to Moshi Town.

● Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate
● Elevation: 10,065 ft to 5,380 ft
● Distance: 10 km/6 miles
● Hiking Time: 3-4 hours
● Habitat: Rain Forest

• Private transportation
• Bottled water
• 3 hot meals daily while on the mountain
• Lunch
• Dinner
• Breakfast
• Friendly and professional mountain guides, cook and porters
• Transportation to & from the Kilimanjaro gate
• Emergency first-aid kit
• Tea and coffee
• Mountain tents
• Other
• Fair wages for the mountain crew
• Hot water for washing
• Team Kilimanjaro Rescue fees
• Sleeping Mats

• Sleeping bag
• Personal items and toiletries
• Laundry (Available at hotel)
• Flights
• Portable flush toilet with a toilet tent is available for extra charges $ 80 for the entire trek.
• Travel insurance
• Accommodations before and after climb

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