Mt Kilimanjaro Trek - Machame Route (8 Days) - 8 Days
Who is this trip for
Genders
- Female57%
- Male43%
Average age
Start / End
- Moshi
- Moshi
Physical rating
Group size
1 - 12Meals included
18Highlights
- Conquer Africa's highest peak
- Witness the curvature of the earth
- Trek past verdant forests and silent glaciers
- Watch sunrise from Uhuru Peak.
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Summary
Possibly the most scenic route to the summit, Machame boasts several paths to its highest point and back. En route to Uhuru, emerge onto high-alpine deserts with amazing views of ice fields and the peak of Mt Kilimanjaro! Known as the "Whiskey Route" because of the tougher challenge, this path leads you through magnificent forests before traversing a ridge leading through moorland to the Shira Plateau. It offers great scenery beneath the glaciated precipices of the southern ice fields before summiting from the higher Barafu Camp. Camp along the route with support from local guides and porters. As a world leader in Kili treks, we'll take you to new heights in adventure!
Itinerary
Day 1
Moshi
Arrive at any time.
Day 2
Moshi/Machame camp
Most of the day is spent in the gorgeous and fascinating, forested slopes of Mt. Kilimanjaro, most of which is considered to be rainforest zone.
Depending on the weather, the trail will be soggy and possibly muddy if it rains.
Day 3
Machame camp/Shira 2 Camp
Hike through lower alpine moorland to Shira 2 camp and observe the spectacular views of Kibo Peak.
Day 4
Shira 2 Camp/Barranco Camp
Hike to Barranco Camp via Lava Tower. Enjoy the fantastic view of Western Breach and the Breach Wall.
Day 5
Barranco Camp/Barafu Camp
View the Great Barranco Wall and climb up the eastern wall, passing below the Helm Glacier.
Day 6
Barafu Camp/Mweka Camp
The route from Barafu Camp to the summit is mentally and physically, the longest, most challenging day of the entire trek. Despite the difficulty, the memory of conquering Mt Kilimanjaro will stay with you forever.
Day 7
Mweka Camp/Moshi
Arrive to Moshi in the afternoon. Time to relax, take a shower, and celebrate with a drink. Cheers to climbing Mt Kilimanjaro! Before dinner, you will be welcomed and congratulated on your climb by the mamas of the Moshi Women’s Cooperative, a project supported by the tour operator. They will present you with a gift and a certificate to remember all your efforts on the mountain.
Opt to pre-book the Lala Salama Spa & Beauty Aromatherapy Massage, which partners with Moshi Women's Cooperative, by adding it to your checkout page, or ask your GCO or travel agent for assistance.
Day 8
Moshi
Depart at any time.
What's Included
Accommodation
Simple hotels (2 nts), full-service alpine camping (5 nts).
Meals
Breakfasts: 7, Lunches: 6, Dinners: 5
Vegetarian options are available on all meals throughout the adventure.
Vegetarian options availableLocal Guide
GuidedThis adventure is led by a local guide throughout. The main language of this adventure is English. Please contact us for other languages available.
Wifi
Wifi is available during the adventure. In some areas and / or accommodation / transport Wifi may be free.
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Customer reviews & ratings
Extremely well looked after
Alexander Oct, 2024 VerifiedBrutal, beautiful and rewarding. Truly one of the best experiences of my life. Still processing how incredible this was. The hike itself was just as much mental as it was physical. Reaching the top was a dream come true. No better feeling. Our G adventures team were incredible and truly made this an experience of a lifetime. Couldn?t recommend it enough! Ethical company, great pre departure information (itinerary and app features), focus on giving back to the community, well organised & reliable.
Kate Oct, 2024 Verified
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