Day 1: Arrival in Tanzania and Transfer to Moshi

Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport and meet your guide
Transfer to your hotel in Moshi, where you can rest and prepare for the trek
Attend a briefing session with your guide, who will provide you with essential information and conduct an equipment check

Day 2: Machame Gate to Machame Camp

After breakfast, transfer to the Machame Gate (1,800 meters)
Complete the necessary registration and meet the trekking team
Begin your ascent through the lush rainforest, immersing yourself in the natural beauty
Trek for approximately 5-7 hours to reach Machame Camp (3,010 meters)
Set up camp, enjoy a warm meal, and spend the night surrounded by the tranquility of the mountain

Day 3: Machame Camp to Shira Camp

Wake up to a hearty breakfast and start your trek, leaving the rainforest behind
Ascend through the moorland, witnessing the changing landscape and panoramic views
Reach Shira Camp (3,845 meters) after 4-6 hours of trekking
Settle into your campsite, take in the breathtaking scenery, and enjoy a well-deserved rest.

Day 4: Shira Camp to Barranco Camp

Begin your day with breakfast, energizing yourself for the day’s trek
Continue your ascent, traversing the high desert terrain towards Lava Tower (4,630 meters)
Descend to Barranco Camp (3,960 meters), where you’ll spend the night
This day involves some steep inclines and descents, allowing for excellent acclimatization.

Day 5: Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp

Start the day with a nutritious breakfast and prepare for a challenging but rewarding trek
Ascend the iconic Barranco Wall, an exhilarating climb that offers stunning views
Traverse through alpine desert terrain and reach Karanga Camp (4,035 meters)
Enjoy the spectacular vistas and relax at the campsite, preparing for the final ascent.

Day 6: Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp, Summit, and Mweka Camp

Today is the summit day, starting with an early wake-up call in the middle of the night
Begin the ascent to Barafu Camp (4,680 meters) under the starry sky
Arrive at Barafu Camp and rest briefly before commencing the final push to Uhuru Peak
Trek through steep and challenging terrain to reach the summit (5,895 meters) at sunrise
Take in the breathtaking views from the rooftop of Africa and celebrate your achievement
Descend to Mweka Camp (3,100 meters), where you’ll spend your final night on the mountain.

Day 7: Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate and Return to Moshi

After breakfast, descend through the lush rainforest, reveling in the peaceful surroundings
Arrive at the Mweka Gate (1,640 meters), where you’ll receive your summit certificates
Meet your driver and transfer back to your hotel in Moshi
Celebrate your successful climb, share stories, and rest after an incredible journey.

Day 8: Departure from Tanzania

Check out from your hotel in Moshi
Transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your departure
Bid farewell to Tanzania, carrying cherished memories of your Kilimanjaro adventure
Note: The Machame Route offers a challenging yet rewarding experience, combining stunning scenery, diverse landscapes, and an opportunity to conquer the majestic Kilimanjaro. It is important to maintain a steady pace, stay hydrated, and listen to your guide throughout the trek. Proper acclimatization and physical preparation are key to a successful climb. The Machame Route provides an unforgettable adventure for those seeking to reach the “Roof of Africa.”