7-Day Kilimanjaro Climb Machame Route–The Best Path to Uhuru Peak
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Moshi Urban

Embark on a 7-day private climbing adventure through the stunning Machame Route to Kilimanjaro. With a high success rate, breathtaking scenery, and expert support, this is your best shot at reaching the summit.

Duration: 7 days
Cancellation: 3 days learn more
Highlights

Machame Gate (1490m) – Machame Camp (2980m)

Machame - Begin your adventure at Machame Gate. Hike through the lush rainforest, spotting unique flora and fauna before arriving at Machame Camp.

Elevation: 1,800m to 2,835m
Trekking Time: 5-7 hours

Machame Camp (2980m) – Shira Camp (3840m)

Shira Camp - The trail continues through heath and moorland, offering panoramic views of Kibo Peak and the surrounding valleys. Reach Shira Camp on the Shira Plateau by the afternoon.

Elevation: 2,835m to 3,750m
Trekking Time: 4-6 hours

Shira (at 3840m) – Lava Tower (at 4630m) – Barranco camp (at 3950m)

Barranco Camp - Hike to Lava Tower for acclimatization at 4,600m, then descend to Barranco Camp. This day features one of the most stunning landscapes, as you pass through alpine desert zones.

Elevation: 3,750m to 4,600m to 3,900m
Trekking Time: 6-8 hours

Barranco Camp (3950m) – Karanga Camp (3950m)

Karanga Camp - Climb the Barranco Wall, a thrilling yet safe scramble, followed by a trek through valleys to reach Karanga Camp. This day is crucial for acclimatization and preparation for the summit.

Elevation: 3,900m to 4,035m
Trekking Time: 4-5 hours

Karanga Camp (3959m) – Barafu Hut (4600m)

Barafu Camp to Uhuru Peak and Descend to Mweka Camp

Mweka camp (3100m) – Mweka Gate (1980m) - Moshi

What's Included
  • Fresh Water for drinking & Hot water for a wash daily
  • Qualified mountain guide, assistant guides, porters and cook + Their Wages
  • Return transfers Kilimanjaro airport to Moshi and Moshi to Kilimanjaro airport
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Breakfast
  • Emergency oxygen (for use in emergencies only – not as summit aid) & Basic first aid kit
  • All fees and/or taxes
  • Camping equipment (tents, camp chairs, tables & sleeping mattress)
What's Not Included
  • Flights and Visas
  • Travel & Health Insurances (Yellow fever vaccination is compulsory)
  • Gratuities
  • items of personal nature
  • Personal hiking/trekking gear–you opt to rent the gears from equipment stores in Moshi
  • Optional but highly recommended Portable toilet
  • Personal medicine and water purifying tablets
  • Meals & drinks not specified and snacks
Additional Information

Embark on the adventure of a lifetime with the 7-Day Machame Route, one of the most popular and scenic paths to the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro. This challenging yet rewarding trek offers hikers a diverse journey through lush rainforests, alpine deserts, and stunning ridgelines, leading to the majestic Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa. Known for its excellent acclimatization opportunities, the Machame Route increases your chances of summit success, while providing unforgettable views of Kilimanjaro’s iconic landscapes. Perfect for both seasoned adventurers and first-time climbers, this trek is a must for anyone looking to conquer Kilimanjaro.

Location
Moshi Urban
Kindly inform us of your spot (It may be a hotel, a restaurant, a bus stop etc.) and with our excellent knowledge of the region, we will reach you.
Cancellation Policy

If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

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B1989xvjonathank
Jul 10, 2024
Kindest people and amazing leadership - I cannot say enough about how amazing Frazier and his team were in guiding us to the top of Kilimanjaro. By the end of the journey we felt bonded to everyone. The team did everything to make sure we were safe, comfortable and well fed! Most of all they embodied Hakuna Matata, a positive attitude!
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Hjeffl99
Feb 3, 2022
I will forever remember this team!! - "What can I say. This was the most amazing trip of my lifetime. Everything about it was truly exceptional. From the pre-trip organisation and advice, to the safety and care from the whole team in Moshi. The team of guides led admirably by Justin, Innocent, Kabu were amazing. Safety always came first but their support and determination to get everyone to the top and back again was astounding. The quality of the food from Kareem the chef was excellent and ensured we all had the right diet to provide the energy needed. Particular mention should also made of the large support team of porters, cooks, tent erectors, and even the toilet attendant. Without all of this, ascending Kilimanjaro would not have been possible. Thank you so much. You were all amazing!
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571sammyj
Jul 30, 2021
I've Just got back from doing Kilimanjaro - I’ve just got back from doing Kilimanjaro, the 7 day Machame Route. I’ve had an amazing, unforgettable time, thanks to the wonderful Pinnacle Team. The team from Pinnacle which included the guides and the porters were absolutely fantastic. The expertise of Robert, our lead guide made us feel very safe and secure as we put our lives into his hands. Robert’s commitment to his enormous responsibility throughout the week was very evident as he looked after us and his team. I was massively impressed how well organised the whole trek was making sure all our needs were met where possible. Throughout the week it felt like nothing was too much trouble. The guides were fun, patient, caring and generous with their time. The porters worked so hard and were so conscientiousness in the roles that they were doing to make sure everything was right for us. In my opinion the guides and porters went above and beyond what I would have expected from them and the whole experience with them was very humbling. 🙏 I would wholeheartedly recommend to do this trip with pinnacle. I should also add that when booking the trip the customer service that I received from Sammy and other members of staff was excellent. Again, nothing seemed like too much trouble. After booking the trip I phoned on several occasions to ask questions and talk a few things through and the staff were always happy to spend time on the phone. When planning my next adventure I’ll definitely be coming to pinnacle.
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Jonathanchenn
Jul 12, 2021
Such an Amazing Team - My two cousins and I did Kilimanjaro with Pinnacle Adventures and Safaris, our team was simply the best. We had beyond what we expected. From meals on the mountain, the care our guides showed us, they frequently checked on us to see if the oxygen level was perfect especially before the summit. Words won't be enough to express our gratitude to the porters who worked really hard to make sure our triple was memorable. I highly recommend Pinnacle Adventures for Mount Kilimanjaro and Safaris. We also had a chance to a day trip in Tarangire, perfectly organized by Pinnacle. We shall definitely come back for more.
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Reganbrao
Aug 13, 2020
Choose Pinnacle team for Kili - This was my second time climbing Kibo Peak, and I feel blessed that I chose Pinnacle for this experience. We chose a seven-day trek and went via Machame up to the summit and down via Marangu, which I have since found out is not an easy thing to arrange with the park authorities. The leaders of our climb (Jonas, Manase, and Seif) paid attention to every detail - lodging, tents, food, etc. - so we could focus on our adventure and develop memories that will last a lifetime. You could really sense our guides' joy in being a part of these expeditions, and I must say their enthusiasm was infectious. I felt like we mattered to them and were more than clients, but were friends as well. This is not just a job for the Pinnacle staff. This is their passion. These guys rock!!!
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Lukas_taylor
Jul 3, 2020
MEMORIES TO LAST A LIFETIME - Have been home for 1 year and 7 months now and can't stop thinking about my Kilimanjaro trip! Pinnacle Adventures were amazing from start to finish - Joan and Frazier were both fantastic and extremely helpful. Our main guide, Abraham was really great and motivated us to keep on going on summit night when we felt like giving up, and Meshack and Peter were amazing too. All were really knowledgeable and were able to provide us with all the information about Kilimanjaro and its history we could wish for, and kept us informed as to the names of the various flora and fauna we encountered on our journey to the summit.  The food on the trip was absolutely incredible and far exceeded all of our expectations! Rama was truly a magician - how he managed to make the meals he made halfway up a mountain I have no idea. Colman kept us entertained and amused at all times and Richard was always there at the end of a hike to take our bags from us and put them in our tents. There were 5 of us in our group and all 5 made it to the top! Climbing Kilimanjaro is one of the hardest things I've ever done but I enjoyed every minute of it. I would definitely like to do another trip like this again and would not hesitate to use Pinnacle Adventures & Safaris Ltd. Thank you for creating amazing memories which will last a lifetime! Lukas
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