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Overview
A seven day ascent of Mount Kilimanjaro via the Machame Route, known for its dramatic scenery and gradual acclimatization profile, which gives climbers one of the best chances of a successful summit at Uhuru Peak.
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Summit Success Rate
95
Summit Success Rate
* Based on guided expeditions with our professional support team.
Day-by-Day Itinerary
DAY
1
1
Machame Gate to Machame Camp
1,800m to 3,000m
After registration at Machame Gate, trek through lush rainforest to Machame Camp. Dinner and overnight at the campsite.
1,800m to 3,000m
Full Board
Machame Camp
DAY
2
2
Machame Camp to Shira Camp
3,000m to 3,840m
Leave the rainforest behind and climb through heath and moorland, with spectacular views of Mount Meru and the Shira Plateau. Overnight at Shira Camp.
3,000m to 3,840m
Full Board
Shira Camp
DAY
3
3
Shira Camp to Barranco Camp via Lava Tower
3,840m to 4,630m to 3,960m
Ascend gradually to Lava Tower for altitude acclimatization before descending to Barranco Camp, the most important acclimatization day of the trek.
3,840m to 4,630m to 3,960m
Full Board
Barranco Camp
DAY
4
4
Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp
3,960m to 4,035m
Climb the famous Barranco Wall before continuing through the Karanga Valley to Karanga Camp, a shorter day that allows for further acclimatization.
3,960m to 4,035m
Full Board
Karanga Camp
DAY
5
5
Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp
4,035m to 4,640m
Continue to Barafu Camp, the final base before the summit push. Rest and have an early dinner in preparation for the midnight summit attempt.
4,035m to 4,640m
Full Board
Barafu Camp
DAY
6
6
Summit Day - Uhuru Peak to Mweka Camp
4,640m to 5,895m to 3,100m
Begin the summit climb shortly after midnight, reaching Stella Point before continuing to Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa. After celebrating your achievement, descend to Mweka Camp for your final night on the mountain.
4,640m to 5,895m to 3,100m
Full Board
Mweka Camp
DAY
7
7
Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate
Descend through the rainforest to Mweka Gate, where you will receive your summit certificate before transferring back to Moshi or Arusha.
Breakfast
Pricing
All prices are per person in USD.
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Prices include all services listed under "What's Included". International flights and personal equipment are not included.
What's Included
Included
- Park entrance and conservation fees
- Professional English-speaking mountain guides
- Experienced porters and cook
- Camping equipment (tents and sleeping mats)
- Three meals per day on the mountain
- Drinking water
- Rescue fees
- Government taxes
- Transport to and from the mountain gate
- Summit certificate
Not Included
- International and domestic flights
- Tanzania visa
- Travel insurance
- Sleeping bag (available for rent if needed)
- Personal hiking gear
- Tips for guides, porters and cook
- Personal expenses
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