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Summit Kilimanjaro via Machame Route: 7 Days

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Summit Kilimanjaro via Machame route

Climb high and sleep low for better acclimatization

Enjoy scenic views along the way

Itinerary

Summiting Mount Kilimanjaro is a dream for many adventurers, and the 7-day Summit Kilimanjaro via Machame Route trip makes it an achievable reality. This guided trekking tour leads you up Africa’s highest peak, following the scenic and popular Machame route. Known for its dramatic landscapes, the trail takes you through diverse ecological zones, offering both the southwestern and southeastern views of the mountain.

Though challenging, the Machame route is favored for its high summit success rate, thanks to its 'trek high, sleep low' approach, which aids acclimatization. This trip is ideally suited for fit, determined trekkers eager for an iconic African adventure. The itinerary includes accommodation, meals, transport, and experienced guides to support you every step of the way.

What sets this trek apart? Its blend of breathtaking scenery and increased summit success, giving you the best chance to stand atop the Roof of Africa. For those seeking an unforgettable climbing experience, this trip delivers both the challenge and the reward.

day 1Machame Gate (1,800m) to Machame Camp (2,835m)

After breakfast, you will be picked up from your hotel at around 8:00 am and transferred to Machame Gate. On the way, you will see coffee and banana plantations belonging to the Chagga people.
Complete park formalities such as registration on reaching Machame Gate and start your trek to the top of Mount Kilimanjaro. Call it a day on reaching Machame Camp, where you will spend the night.

Accommodation: Camping
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Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

day 2Machame Camp (2,835m) to Shira Cave Camp (3,750m)

day 3Shira Cave Camp (3,750m) to Barranco Camp (3,900m)

day 4Barranco Camp (3,900m) to Karanga Camp (4,000m)

day 5Karanga Camp (4,000m) to Barafu Camp (4,640m)

day 6Barafu Camp (4,637m) to Uhuru Peak (5,895m)

day 7Mweka Camp (3,100m) to Mweka Gate (1,630m)

Summit Kilimanjaro via Machame Route: 7 Days

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What's Included

7 Breakfasts, 7 Lunches and 7 DinnersPrivate transport to & from Kilimanjaro International Airport to your hotel in MoshiTwo nights' accommodation in a hotel one day before the trip starts and on the final day of this tour. All accommodation in camps during the trekExperienced, English-speaking tour guides & mountain crewNational park entrance feesMountain tents, pulse oximeter, first aid kit & emergency oxygen as well as sleeping bags and sleeping mats, all for the duration of the trekFresh water & fruits

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