7 Days Kilimanjaro Calling Machame Route Trekking Adventure
Operator: GRAND MIGRATION SAFARIS CO
Overview
Embark on an exhilarating journey through the Machame Route, a seven-day trek on Kilimanjaro, beginning from Kilimanjaro Airport. This route offers breathtaking vistas, diverse landscapes, and an unforgettable experience. The journey unfolds across various camps, including Machame, Shira 2, Barranco, Karanga, Barafu, and Mweka, culminating at Uhuru Peak, the summit point of Kilimanjaro. Each day brings new challenges and awe-inspiring scenery, promising an adventure like no other.
Tour Activities
Inclusions & Exclusions
Inclusions
- Sleeping bag or bed linen
- Rescue fee
- Meals (as specified in the day-by-day description)
- All accommodation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional upgrade)
- Camping equipment (only sleeping bag/bed linen may be listed as excluded)
- All transportation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
- All Taxes/VAT
Exclusions
- Bath towels
- Rental vehicle
- Porterage
- Climbing gear
- Gorilla trekking permits
- Chimp trekking permits
- Park fees
- A professional driver/guide
- All activities mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
- All flights during the tour
- International flights to/from the start/end of the tour
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Tips: tipping guideline
- Personal items
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Package itinerary
• Distance: Machame Gate to Machame Camp (Approx. 11 km) • Hiking Time: About 5-7 hours • Temperature: Gradually decreasing from 20°C to 10°C • Landscape: Forested trails giving way to moorlands • Details: Begin the trek from Machame Gate through lush rainforests to Machame Camp, where you will spend your first night in tents amidst the captivating scenery.
Included for Day 1 : Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner,Drinking water
Accommodations: Machame Campsite
• Distance: Machame Camp to Shira 2 Camp (Approx. 5 km) • Hiking Time: Approximately 4-6 hours • Temperature: Around 10°C, with potential fluctuations • Landscape: Transitioning from moorlands to semi-desert • Details: Ascend to Shira 2 Camp, traversing picturesque landscapes with changing vegetation, offering glimpses of the surrounding vistas.
Included for Day 2 : Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner,Drinking water
Accommodations: Shira 2 Campsite
• Distance: Shira 2 Camp to Barranco Camp via Lava Tower (Approx. 10 km) • Hiking Time: Around 7 hours, including breaks • Temperature: Varies from 5°C to 15°C • Landscape: Alpine desert, passing Lava Tower and descending to Barranco Valley • Details: Experience altitude changes as you pass Lava Tower en route to Barranco Camp, nestled in a stunning valley.
Included for Day 3 : Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner,Drinking water
Accommodations: Barranco Campsite
• Distance: Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp (Approx. 4 km) • Hiking Time: Roughly 4 hours, including some steep sections • Temperature: Around 5-10°C • Landscape: Steep ascents and descents with scenic views • Details: Navigate through the Barranco Wall and ascend towards Karanga Camp, offering mesmerizing panoramas along the way.
Included for Day 4 : Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner,Drinking water
Accommodations: Karanga Campsite
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• Distance: Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp (Approx. 4 km) • Hiking Time: About 4 hours, with a steep incline • Temperature: Generally around 0°C • Landscape: Rocky terrain and sparse vegetation • Details: Ascend to Barafu Camp, your last stop before the summit, and prepare for the final push to Uhuru Peak.
Included for Day 5 : Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner,Drinking water
Accommodations: Barafu Campsite
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• Distance: Barafu Camp to Uhuru Peak and then to Mweka Camp (Approx. 13 km) • Hiking Time: Around 12-16 hours, including summit ascent and descent • Temperature: Varies significantly from -10°C to -20°C at the summit • Landscape: Rocky and icy trails leading to the summit • Details: Commence the summit attempt in the early hours, reaching Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa. Descend to Mweka Camp to rest after the accomplishment.
Included for Day 6 : Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner,Drinking water
Accommodations: Mweka Campsite
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• Distance: Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate (Approx. 10 km) • Hiking Time: About 3-4 hours • Temperature: Gradually warming up as you descend • Landscape: Forested paths • Details: Descend through lush rainforests to Mweka Gate, where a vehicle awaits to transport you back to Moshi or Arusha.
Included for Day 7 : Breakfast,Lunch,Drinking water
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Guests Reviews
Write reviewSofia Fernandez
The Machame Route was challenging yet rewarding. The team's professionalism and encouragement were vital. I will forever cherish the breathtaking views and the summit moment
Michael Johnson
The Machame Route was an unforgettable experience. The changing landscapes and camaraderie among fellow trekkers made it remarkable. However, some parts were more challenging than expected.
Michael Johnson
The Machame Route was an unforgettable experience. The changing landscapes and camaraderie among fellow trekkers made it remarkable. However, some parts were more challenging than expected.
Anna Müller
Kilimanjaro's Machame Route was awe-inspiring! The guides' expertise and encouragement kept us going. The climb was tough, but the views made it all worthwhile
David Thompson
The Machame Route challenged me physically and mentally, but reaching Uhuru Peak was life-changing. The guides' support and the stunning landscapes made it an adventure of a lifetime.
Maria Lopez
The Machame Route was demanding, but the guides' assistance and the breathtaking vistas kept me motivated. The summit day was tough, but the sense of achievement was unbeatable
Yusuke Tanaka
Kilimanjaro's Machame Route was a test of endurance, but the views made it worthwhile. The guides' professionalism and the group's camaraderie made this trek an amazing experience.
Emily Wilson
Trekking through Kilimanjaro's Machame Route was phenomenal. The team's support and the ever-changing landscapes made the challenging climb an unforgettable adventure
Luca Rossi
The Machame Route was both physically and mentally demanding, but the guides' expertise and the stunning scenery made every step worth it. The summit view was breathtaking
Luca Rossi
The Machame Route was both physically and mentally demanding, but the guides' expertise and the stunning scenery made every step worth it. The summit view was breathtaking
Sarah Chang
Despite the challenges, the Machame Route was an incredible journey. The guides' knowledge and the mountain's beauty made the trek unforgettable. The summit sunrise was magical
Ahmed Hassan
Trekking Kilimanjaro's Machame Route was a test of determination. The guides' support and the diverse landscapes made it a memorable adventure, though it was more strenuous than anticipated
Sophie Leclerc
The Machame Route challenged me physically, but the team's encouragement and the mountain's beauty made it an incredible journey. Reaching the summit was an unparalleled achievement
Sophie Leclerc
The Machame Route challenged me physically, but the team's encouragement and the mountain's beauty made it an incredible journey. Reaching the summit was an unparalleled achievement
