Arrival Day in Tanzania:

Arusha - Upon arriving at Kilimanjaro International Airport, our transfer driver will welcome you and take you to Arusha Planet Lodge, located near Arusha. The rest of the day is yours to enjoy as you wish. You can choose to relax by the lodge pool or explore the town of Arusha. In the late afternoon, our team will brief you on what to expect during your upcoming trek.

Arusha – Machame Gate (1,790m) – Machame Camp (3,010m):

Mount Kilimanjaro - After breakfast, you will be picked up from your lodge and driven to the Kilimanjaro National Park gate. Once all the necessary paperwork is completed, your adventure begins. Today’s destination is Machame Camp. You will soon be hiking through the lush rainforest, with its ancient trees, primeval ferns, and endemic flowers like the Impatiens kilimanjari. You might also spot black and white colobus monkeys peeking through the leaves. Upon reaching the campsite, you will have time to relax, stretch your legs, and enjoy a hearty meal before settling into your tent for the night.

Machame Camp (3,010m) – Shira Camp (3,845m):

Mount Kilimanjaro - Today’s early start is not due to a long distance but to allow you to reach Shira Camp by mid-afternoon. As you walk, you will notice a dramatic change in the landscape, from lush green rainforest to dry moor and heathland. Upon arriving at your campsite, a beautiful view of the mountain range will unfold before you. The glaciers of Kibo glisten in the golden hue of the setting sun as you enjoy another lovingly prepared meal before retiring to your tent.

Shira Camp (3,845m) – Lava Tower Hut (4,640m) – Barranco Camp (3,960m):

Mount Kilimanjaro - Today is all about acclimatization. You will climb roughly 800 meters but will sleep at a level not much higher than the previous night. Starting at Shira Plateau, you will make your way up to Lava Tower. Here, you will rest for a while before continuing through the Barranco Valley to the beautiful Barranco Camp. The trek will take approximately 6 to 7 hours, but the various distractions of the alpine desert and the Barranco Valley, with its small lobelia plants and giant senecios, will keep your mind off the distance still ahead. A well-deserved dinner and overnight stay await you at Barranco Camp.

Barranco Camp (3,960m) – Karanga Camp (4,035m):

Mount Kilimanjaro - Today, you will face the Barranco Wall. Some sections will require you to use your hands for a better grip, but no actual climbing is necessary. Your guide will be with you every step of the way to lend a helping hand. The route, with its numerous ascents and descents, allows for further acclimatization and leads you to the mountain ridge. Walking along the ridge, you can take in the beautiful landscape with its stunning contrasts of desert and vegetation before finally reaching the cloudy Karanga Camp. Your trek will take between 3 to 4 hours, leaving plenty of time to rest and play a game of rummy. Evening meal and overnight stay at Karanga Camp.

Acclimatization at Karanga Valley (14,800):

Mount Kilimanjaro - Hike time: 3.5 hrs., Elevation change: +100 M
Estimated distance: 4km, Maximum elevation: 4590 M
Final elevation: 4000 M
From Barranco Hut, we climb up through the edge of the great Barranco. 95% of the day’s walking will be at an elevation of 4250m. We will end our day at Karanga Valley campsite at an elevation of 4,000m. Walking time is 4 to 5 hours on this day.

Barafu Camp (4,640m) – Uhuru Peak (5,895m) – Mweka Camp (3,080m):

Mount Kilimanjaro - Around midnight, your guide will wake you with a warm cup of tea and biscuits to prepare you for your final ascent. The moon and your headlamps will be your only sources of light as you make your way up to Stella Point (5,730m), reaching the crater rim in about 5 to 7 hours. Another 1 to 2 hours will take you to Uhuru Peak, where you can enjoy the sunrise over the African landscape, casting a pink hue over the snowy peak and making the glaciers sparkle like diamonds around you. After capturing this incredible view and achievement on film, you will start your descent along the same route back to Barafu Camp, where your team awaits you with snacks and refreshments. Rested and relaxed, you will make your way to Mweka Camp for your last night on the highest mountain in Africa.

Mweka Camp (3,080m) – Mweka Gate (1,630m) – Drive Back to Arusha:

Mount Kilimanjaro - A scrumptious breakfast is followed by a traditional farewell ceremony from your mountain crew before you start your final stretch down the mountain. You will once again trek through the rainforest, giving you another opportunity to spot the cheeky colobus monkeys, finally reaching the Mweka Gate. You will be met at the gate and taken back to the Meru View Lodge for a long shower and a relaxed day by the pool.

Departure Transfer:

Arusha - If your time in Africa ends today, our transfer team will drive you back to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) for your departure. If you have booked a safari or a few days to unwind on the pristine sandy beaches and tropical waters of Zanzibar, we will help you comfortably transition from your climb to your next Tanzanian adventure.

Please Kindly Note: Hotel check-out is at 11:00 AM. If you need a late check-out due to an evening flight, there is an option to extend your hotel stay for an extra cost.

• All park/entry fees collected by KINAPA
• Professional and experienced climbing crew (porters, camp masters, cooks)
• All ground transportation
• Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) pickups and drop-off transfers
• 2 nights accommodation at Arusha Planet Lodge Bed and Breakfast basis
• First Aid Kit
• Certified Wilderness First Responder guides
• Mountain Hardware tents on Mount Kilimanjaro - 2 hikers per tent (except solo climbs)
• Equipment (dining tent, Sleeping pads, Table, Chairs, Crockery & Cutlery, etc.)
• Lunch, Dinner, and Breakfast
• Vegetarian, Vegan, Lactose-free, Gluten-free, Halal and other meal plans are available
• Drinks on Mount Kilimanjaro (tea, coffee, juices, etc.)

• Air tickets - the cost of getting to Tanzania is not included.
• Hiking outfit (Boots, Sleeping bag, etc.) that you need for the hike. will be available for hire.
• The town hotel price includes breakfast only. Average price for lunch or dinner is USD 15 per person
• Insurance. Highly recommended! Should cover mountain trekking activities.
• Tips for crew (optional and based on your satisfaction with the trip).
• Single accommodation at the hotel and in a tent is available at extra charge.

The Machame Route provides a one-of-a-kind experience to test your physical and mental fortitude, as well as your fitness finesse, with its diverse terrain and breathtaking views. The trail will take you through lush rainforests, inhabited by colobus monkeys, and into heath and moorland, where ferns and ericas thrive, before ultimately reaching the icy summit of the mountain. The route spans seven days, with varying altitudes and a touch of good fortune, creating an ideal environment for acclimatization, increasing your chances of reaching the summit. During the Machame Route tour, overnight stays will be in tents.

• Trek will be led by a professional mountain guides.
• Airport pickups/departure transfers provided.
• Multiple nights accommodation included.
• Beverages and high energy food supplied.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.