6 Days Kilimanjaro trekking via Machame Route + 2 nights hotel stay
Overview
Machame Route gives a diverse landscape and fantastic views offers a unique experience to test your will power, fitness finesse, and mental strength. The route takes you through lush rain-forest, where colobus monkeys roam, into heath and moorland, with its many ferns and ericas, until finally reaching the icy caps of the mountain top. Varying altitudes, as well as a little help from lady luck, offer a good environment for acclimatization, enhancing your chances of reaching the summit. Overnights on these routes are in the tents.
Based on the number of participants. Price in UD$ per person. VAT included. Updated on 31.10.22
| ONE PARTICIPANT | $1,551 |
| TWO AND ABOVE PARTICIPANTS | $1,500 |
OTHER CLIMBING ROUTES
Day 0 | Arrival in Moshi
Welcome to Tanzania! Upon your arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, a representative from Langa Africa Safaris will greet you and transfer you to your accommodation at Tulia boutique lodge or a similar retreat in Moshi. Relax, enjoy the serene surroundings, and prepare for your adventure ahead. In the evening, attend a pre-trek briefing with your guide to review the climb details and ensure you have all the necessary gear.
Included Meals: Dinner
Accommodation: Weru Weru River Lodge or similar
Day 1 | Moshi to Machame Gate to Machame Camp
Your adventure begins with a transfer to Machame Gate (1,640 m). After registration, start your trek through the lush rainforest, where you’ll encounter diverse flora and fauna. Arrive at Machame Camp (2,835 m) in the late afternoon, where your team will have set up camp.
Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Elevation: 1,640 m to 2,835 m
Hiking Time: 5–7 hours
Distance: 11 km
Difficulty: Moderate
Habitat: Rainforest
Day 2 | Machame Camp to Shira Camp
Start your day with a hearty breakfast before trekking through heather and moorland. The trail becomes steeper as you ascend to Shira Camp (3,750 m), offering stunning views of Mount Meru and the Shira Plateau.
Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Elevation: 2,835 m to 3,750 m
Hiking Time: 5–6 hours
Distance: 5 km
Difficulty: Moderate
Habitat: Moorland
Day 3 | Shira Camp to Lava Tower to Barranco Camp
Today’s trek takes you to Lava Tower (4,600 m) for acclimatization before descending to Barranco Camp (3,950 m). This challenging day offers incredible scenery and a closer look at the mountain’s unique landscapes.
Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Elevation: 3,750 m to 4,600 m to 3,950 m
Hiking Time: 7–9 hours
Distance: 10 km
Difficulty: High
Habitat: Moorland and Alpine Desert
Day 4 | Barranco Camp to Barafu Camp
Begin with the Barranco Wall, a thrilling climb offering panoramic views. Continue through Karanga Valley before reaching Barafu Camp (4,640 m), the base camp for your summit attempt. Rest and prepare for the midnight ascent to Uhuru Peak.
Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Elevation: 3,950 m to 4,640 m
Hiking Time: 8–10 hours
Distance: 9 km
Difficulty: High
Habitat: Alpine Desert
Day 5 | Ultimate Ascent to Uhuru Peak and Descent to Mweka Camp
Experience the thrill of summiting the highest peak in Africa with Langa Africa Safaris, renowned for their expert guides and unparalleled service. Your journey begins at midnight with warm drinks and light snacks to energize you for the final push to Uhuru Peak (5,895 m). Trek under a starlit sky through the challenging terrain to Stella Point (5,739 m), where the first rays of sunlight will greet you. Take a moment to marvel at the stunning views before continuing to the summit, where you’ll celebrate your achievement with breathtaking 360-degree vistas.
After your triumphant moment at Uhuru Peak, descend carefully back to Barafu Camp for a warm brunch and some rest. Your descent continues to Mweka Camp (3,110 m), where a delicious dinner and a cozy campsite await to celebrate your accomplishment.
Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Elevation: 4,640 m to 5,895 m (Uhuru Peak), then down to 3,110 m
Hiking Time: 12–16 hours
Distance: 15 km
Difficulty: Very high
Habitat: Arctic to Moorland
Day 6 | Descent From Mweka Camp To Mweka Gate
Your journey concludes with a scenic descent through the verdant rainforest to Mweka Gate (1,640 m). The atmosphere is filled with joy and camaraderie as you share stories and triumphs with your fellow climbers. Upon arrival at the gate, Langa Africa Safaris will present your official summit certificates, a testament to your resilience and achievement.
Our team will then transfer you back to Moshi, where a refreshing stay at Tulia boutique lodge or a similar retreat awaits. Here, you can unwind and reflect on your incredible adventure with a celebratory meal prepared by the lodge’s skilled chefs.
Included Meals: Breakfast
Elevation: 3,110 m to 1,640 m
Hiking Time: 3–4 hours
Distance: 10 km
Difficulty: Low
Habitat: Rainforest
Day 7 | Departure from Moshi
After breakfast, depending on your departure schedule, enjoy a leisurely morning at the lodge or explore Moshi town for souvenirs and cultural experiences. Our team will then transfer you to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your onward journey, marking the end of your unforgettable adventure with Langa Africa Safaris.
Included Meals: Breakfast
Included
Transfers:
- Pick-up and drop-off at Kilimanjaro International Airport;
- Transfer to the trailhead – entry gate to Kilimanjaro National Park;
- Pick-up at the exit from Kilimanjaro National Park and transfer to the hotel;
𝙀𝙣𝙩𝙧𝙮 𝙛𝙚𝙚𝙨:
- All park fees collected by the Kilimanjaro National Park (conservation fees, camping fees, crew fees, vehicle fee, rescue fee and all other fees collected by the Tanzania National Parks Authority).
𝘼𝙘𝙘𝙤𝙢𝙢𝙤𝙙𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣:
- One night at 3* hotel (Weru Weru River Lodge or Similar) before the expedition and one night after; The hotels have everything for your comfortable stay – caring staff, nice rooms, reliable Wi-Fi, restaurant and swimming pool);
- Tented accommodation on Mount Kilimanjaro (modern comfortable 4-season North Face VE-25 tents).
𝙋𝙡𝙚𝙖𝙨𝙚 𝙣𝙤𝙩𝙚: All accommodation is on sharing basis (i.e. you will be sharing with your travel companion a twin/double room in the hotel and a tent during the hike. If you travel alone, we will match you with a same-sex adventurer). 𝙈𝙚𝙖𝙡𝙨:
- Breakfast in the hotel before and after the hike
- All meals on the hike. Our Kilimanjaro diet includes energy-rich and highly nutritious meals prepared by our professional high-altitude cooks. A typical diet on Kilimanjaro includes different soups, garnishes, several types of fish and meat, fresh fruit and vegetables; vegetarian/gluten- free/halal options are available at no extra cost;
- All drinks on the hike (coffee, tea, hot chocolate and water).
𝐇𝐢𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐬𝐚𝐟𝐞𝐭𝐲 𝐞𝐪𝐮𝐢𝐩𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭:
- 4-inch (10-cm) thick and comfortable sleeping mats;
- All group equipment (spacious and comfortable dining tent, camping table and chairs, crockery and cutlery);
- Oxygen cylinders and oximeters;
- Complete medical kits.
- Climbing crew:
- Professional guides, licensed by Kilimanjaro National Park. All our guides are the holder of Wilderness First Responder or Wilderness First Aid certifications. All our guides have 10+years of successful mountaineering experience;
- Dedicated support crew (assistant guides, camp master, porters, cooks, etc.).
Excluded
- Airline tickets;
- Alcoholic and soft drinks
- Visa fees
- Tips
- Personal spending money for souvenirs etc.
- Travel insurance
- Personal gear rentals;
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