7-Day
Kilimanjaro
Machame
Route
Summit Africa's Roof
From
$2,200
per person sharing
An Extraordinary Journey Through Tanzania's Wilderness
Classic 7-day Kilimanjaro climb via the scenic Machame Route with 85-90% success rate.
Climb Africa's highest peak via the scenic Machame Route, known for its diverse landscapes and excellent acclimatization profile. Seven days provide optimal time to adjust to altitude while enjoying rainforest, moorland, alpine desert, and glacial zones.
Day-by-Day Itinerary
7 days of unforgettable encounters
Machame Gate to Machame Camp
Meet at hotel and drive to Machame Gate (1,800m). Begin trek through lush rainforest. Arrive Machame Camp (3,000m). Trek: 11km, 5-7 hours.
Machame Camp to Shira Camp
Climb out of the forest into heath zone. Stunning views open up. Arrive Shira Plateau (3,850m). Trek: 5km, 4-6 hours.
Shira to Barranco via Lava Tower
Acclimatization day: climb high, sleep low. Reach Lava Tower (4,630m), descend to Barranco (3,960m). Trek: 10km, 6-7 hours.
Barranco to Karanga Camp
Climb the famous Barranco Wall - hands required but not technical. Continue to Karanga (4,035m). Trek: 5km, 4-5 hours.
Karanga to Barafu Camp
Cross rocky terrain to base camp. Rest and prepare for summit. Barafu Camp (4,640m). Trek: 4km, 3-4 hours.
Summit Day - Uhuru Peak
Midnight start. Climb through the night to Stella Point, then Uhuru Peak (5,895m) for sunrise. Descend to Mweka Camp. Trek: 17km, 12-14 hours.
Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate
Final descent through rainforest. Certificate ceremony at the gate. Transfer to Moshi. Trek: 10km, 3-4 hours.
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This is more than a safari—it's a transformative encounter with the raw beauty of the African wilderness. Secure your place on this life-changing adventure.
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“The Serengeti is not just a destination—it's an experience that transforms you. After 20 years guiding here, I still feel the same wonder each time.”
Emmanuel Mollel
Senior Safari Guide, ODA Tours
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