7-Day Kilimanjaro Climb — Machame Route
- Duration7 days
- Travel stylePrivate
- Group sizeMax 8 people
- AccommodationMid-range
- Start / endMoshi / Moshi
Overview
The most scenic way to the Roof of Africa, with an acclimatisation day built in and a sunrise summit on Uhuru Peak (5,895 m).
The Machame route climbs through rainforest, heath and alpine desert to the glaciers of Kibo. Seven days gives your body time to adjust: on day three you climb high to Lava Tower and sleep low in the Barranco valley, the best-known way to acclimatise.
Your crew — a certified mountain guide, assistant guides, a cook and porters — carries the tents and food, sets up camp and cooks hot meals every day. You only carry a day pack. Summit night starts around midnight so that you reach Uhuru Peak at sunrise.
Highlights
- The most scenic route on the mountain
- Acclimatisation day built in: climb high, sleep low
- The Barranco Wall scramble
- Sunrise on Uhuru Peak, 5,895 m
- Certified guides, a cook and porters who are paid fairly
- Hot meals, tents and all park fees included
Day-by-day itinerary
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Day 1
Machame Gate to Machame Camp (3,000 m)Machame
Drive from Moshi to Machame Gate (1,800 m), register with the park and walk 5–6 hours up through the rainforest.
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Day 2
Machame Camp to Shira Camp (3,850 m)Shira Plateau
Leave the forest for heath and moorland, with the first wide views of the summit.
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Day 3
Lava Tower (4,600 m) to Barranco Camp (3,950 m)Barranco
The key acclimatisation day: climb high to Lava Tower, then walk down to sleep in the green Barranco valley.
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Day 4
Barranco Wall to Karanga Camp (3,995 m)Karanga
Scramble up the famous Barranco Wall — easier than it looks — and follow the mountain's southern side to Karanga.
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Day 5
Karanga to Barafu Camp (4,673 m)Barafu
A short climb to base camp. Early dinner and rest before summit night.
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Day 6
Summit day: Uhuru Peak (5,895 m), down to Mweka (3,100 m)Uhuru Peak
Start around midnight, reach Stella Point at dawn and Uhuru Peak soon after. Walk down to Mweka Camp for a well-earned sleep.
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Day 7
Mweka Gate and back to MoshiMweka – Moshi
Walk down through the rainforest to Mweka Gate, collect your summit certificate and transfer to your hotel.
B = breakfast, L = lunch, D = dinner
Route map
Included
- Kilimanjaro park, camping and rescue fees
- Certified mountain guide, assistant guides, cook and porters
- Mountain tents, sleeping mats and a mess tent
- All meals and drinking water on the mountain
- Transfers Moshi – gate – Moshi
- Summit certificate
Not included
- International flights and visa
- Travel insurance that covers high altitude
- Sleeping bag and personal gear (can be rented)
- Hotel nights in Moshi before and after the climb
- Tips for the mountain crew
Prices & seasons
| Rainy months (April–May) | US$1,990 per person (2 sharing) |
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| Main climbing seasons | US$2,150 per person (2 sharing) |
Price per person for a private climb of two. Solo climbers and groups of three or more — ask us. Hotel nights before and after the climb can be added. Climbers must be at least 10 years old.
Children 3–11 pay 70% of the adult rate. Infants travel free.
Booking & cancellation
Nothing is paid when you request a date. Once we confirm, a 30% deposit secures your trip and the balance is due 45 days before travel. Cancel more than 60 days ahead for a refund minus bank fees. Booking terms
Questions about this trip
How fit do I need to be?
You do not need climbing experience, but you should be able to walk 5–7 hours a day for several days. Regular walks or hikes in the months before help a lot.
Can I rent gear?
Yes. Sleeping bags, jackets, poles and more can be rented in Moshi. Tell us what you need when you book.
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